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The Traffic Light Check-In: A tip for measuring your well-being
This is a concept discussed by Françoise Mathieu in her workbook on Compassion Fatigue. It can be a useful way to help people measure how they’re feeling and whether or not it’s time to reset and recharge. If you’re beginning the Read more
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What is Yoga Nidrā?
Yoga Nidrā is made up of two words: Yoga in Sanskrit means union and Nidra means sleep. Yoga Nidrā has also been known as: Yogic Sleep, Psychic Sleep, Sleep of the Buddhas, Dynamic Sleep/Rest. In academic circles, alongside practices like Read more
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Shinrin Yoku: The Japanese Tradition of Forest Bathing
It has now been well established that time in nature can be good for the mind, body and soul. Research shows that people who are more connected with nature are usually happier in life. It also suggests that rather than Read more
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Spiritual Bypassing: When ‘spirituality’ isn’t what we think it is
Note to reader: this article makes reference to trauma and difficult experiences. Always contact your healthcare team if you’re worried about your well-being. When we invest energy in living spiritually and we do this with self-awareness and compassionate self-reflection, this Read more
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Rules for Living: The narratives and beliefs that can hold us back
⚠️ This article touches briefly on controlling behaviours and potentially unhealthy memories of childhood. Please take care of yourself if you choose to read this article. This list of links may also be useful. Have you ever heard phrases like Read more
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Should I Trust My Intuition? Why it matters (and what might help)
Intuition is our ability to know something instinctively without having to discover it or rationalise it intellectually – a deep sense of ‘knowing’ without analytical process. You can’t explain to anyone why – you don’t have statistics or research to back Read more
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