by Rushi Vartak | Nov 23, 2020 | Goals, Gratitude, Mental health, Mindfulness
By Dr Karen Hallam Can one change their thinking? The short answer is yes. The long answer… it takes some work. As we all go through life, our thoughts, whether conscious or running through the back of our minds, often dictate how we experience the world around us. An...
by Rushi Vartak | Oct 8, 2020 | Gratitude, Mental health, Mindfulness
By Dr Karen Hallam There is an analogy I have used since becoming a psychologist with nearly everyone I have seen who struggles with stress, anxiety and depression. The analogy is one of a cup. This cup in turn represents how ‘full’ we feel and relates to stress. We...
by Rushi Vartak | Aug 21, 2020 | Exercise, Mental health, Nutrition, Updates
By Dr Tim Crowe You are what you eat. It’s a common saying, but when it comes to your mental health, what you eat can have a profound impact on your mood and how you feel. And it is the gut microbiome and the bacteria in it that have co-evolved with humans that are...
by Rushi Vartak | Aug 14, 2020 | Mental health, Nutrition
By Dr Tim Crowe A healthy diet is a common factor linked to a positive mental outlook. But are people who are experiencing depression or anxiety more likely to eat poorly because of their mood? Or does a poor diet worsen depressive and anxiety symptoms? Fortunately,...
by Rushi Vartak | Aug 13, 2020 | Exercise, Mental health, Mindfulness, Nutrition, Sleep
By Dr Tim Crowe Eating fruits and vegetables is good for your health in so many different ways. But did you know that eating more of these powerhouse foods has been linked to substantial increases in people’s happiness levels? Fruits and vegetables have an abundance...
