Physical wellbeing
Physical wellbeing is the exploration of self- what makes you feel fittest & best in your own skin. Energy, balance & life longevity, that works for you.
The clock change means we lose an hour in bed — and sleep anxiety makes it even harder
The clocks going forward could cost you more than just one hour of sleep, as sleep anxiety and racing thoughts can make it feel even worse. Psychotherapist Laura Payne shares expert tips and nighttime routines to help you rest better despite the change. With most of us relying on digital devices to tell us the […]
Cherry Healey: My UTI landed me in hospital — it’s not fair to treat women like this
From chronic UTIs and endometriosis to menopause and misdiagnosis, women’s health is still overlooked — with serious consequences for wellbeing, equality and independence Cherry Healey has spent more than a decade listening to women talk about their bodies, and what she’s heard has stayed with her. “I’ve been working in the women’s health space for […]
I’m worn out, but my mind is racing: Why ADHD makes sleep harder than you think
From spinning thoughts to disrupted routines and late-evening energy surges, ADHD and sleep can interact in ways that make switching off impossible. Maybe you were scrolling until 12:30am. Maybe one more episode of Bridgerton turned into three. Or maybe your brain simply refused to switch off. For people with ADHD, restless nights aren’t just occasional — racing […]
How I learned to read body language at work – and change my career forever
From crossed arms to awkward silences, body language at work can be a minefield, but understanding it better can transform the way we lead You know the moment. A meeting is ticking along smoothly when something shifts. A pause lingers. A tone cools. Someone folds their arms. No one names it, but the atmosphere changes. […]
The happiness diet: Eat your 5-a-day for a sunnier outlook
It’s a breakthrough that’s been described as ‘gold dust’ by scientists: a study has revealed the foods that help you glow with good health and vitality, also make you joyful!
Winter Wellness: Top supplements to stay healthy this season
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Your perimenopause mind: managing mood, memory and sleep
Kellie Gillespie-Wright discovers how hormonal changes impact memory, mood, sleep, and energy, why misdiagnosis is common, and how lifestyle, medical care, and emotional support can help women adapt, reframe, and thrive through perimenopause. Words: Kellie Gillespie-Wright. Images: Shutterstock, Pexels Panic attacks. Social withdrawal. Brain fog. A collapsing tolerance for other people’s nonsense. For many women […]
Best perimenopause supplements for mood, sleep and focus
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Zoe Williams: ‘Approaching menopause has definitely given me motivation’
TV doctor Zoe Williams wants to help more women understand the changes menopause can bring, and make them feel empowered to face them with confidence Images: PA; Ian West; Lucy North; supplied. Words: Lauren Taylor She may not be experiencing any menopause symptoms yet, but at 45, Dr Zoe Williams is making big changes so […]
