Stress: recognising it and managing it
Stress is a totally normal response when things get a bit overwhelming. Sometimes though, the way we react to stress can start to get in the way of daily life. Normally, stress is triggered by
Mindfulness in 5 steps – why is it so useful NOW?
How we experience the world, relate to others, and find meaning in life are dependent upon how we have come to regulate our emotions. (Siegel, 1999:273) During these challenging times we experience heightened emotions as
When stress becomes burnout and how to deal with it in times of Covid-19
‘Even though burnout is one of the most widely discussed mental health problems in today’s society, it is still disputed and not officially recognized as a mental disorder in most countries.’ (Heinemann and Heinemann: 2017)
Top tips for managers to manage stress in the workplace
A key aspect of being a manager is having a duty of care to protect the health and welfare of the people you work with. Focusing on what are the most likely potential sources of
Self-care routines
Developing a self-care routine to make time during the day to focus on yourself and check to see how you're feeling can be very useful, especially when facing challenging times. Learning to identify your stress
Mindfulness in 5 steps – why is it so useful NOW?
How we experience the world, relate to others, and find meaning in life are dependent upon how we have come to regulate our emotions. (Siegel, 1999:273) During these challenging times we experience heightened emotions
Journalling during Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed our lives dramatically and it’s completely understandable if we feel confused and overwhelmed at times. Writing your thoughts and feelings down on paper is a great way to contain your
When stress becomes burnout and how to deal with it
‘Even though burnout is one of the most widely discussed mental health problems in today’s society, it is still disputed and not officially recognized as a mental disorder in most countries.’ (Heinemann and Heinemann: 2017)
Understanding your stress response – how to work with your body
In the previous article I talked about the stress response in our body that we inherited from our ancestors. Here’s the bottom line. Our physiology has not caught up with the XXIst century and its