F4L Blog
Morning Light and how to make it a habit
I always advise people who are prepared to listen that a good nights sleep starts in the morning. With natural light - in your eyes for a good 10 minutes or more. Light exposure helps to regulate your circadian rhythm — your body’s internal clock. Intentional sun...
Loneliness is an important global issue
According to The Lancet, Japan enacted their Act on Promotion of Policy for Loneliness and Isolation on 1 April, 2024. Japan’s proactive stance follows a 2022 survey revealed that 40% of Japanese adults felt lonely.Why does loneliness matter? Research from 18...
The Power of Your Thoughts: A Not-So-Secret Secret to Wellbeing
You clicked, hello fellow thought-wanderer! Have you ever paused to ponder the potency of your own thoughts? Well, grab a seat and let’s dive into the juicy world of why your thoughts are more than just fleeting notions—they’re the secret sauce to your wellbeing!...
Embracing Wellness into the cooler months
We're not there yet but it's not far away and so I was curious as to whether it really is the temperature that affects the levels of bugs flying around or if there was more to it than that. Here's what I found... Colds, flus and other respiratory illnesses are more...
Slow down to speed up
The Power of Pausing: How Taking Breaks Boosts Productivity In a world that glorifies hustle culture and constant busyness, the idea of pausing to increase productivity might seem counterintuitive. However, research and anecdotal evidence consistently demonstrate that...
Unraveling the Mysteries of Persistent Hunger and Fatigue: Exploring the Science Behind Our Constant Cravings
I recently over heard a mate say, "I'm absolutely knackered." Followed by, "Always am" I thought to myself, I only know a little about his life so cannot possibly know what is causing this tiredness but it made me go looking and dig out the studies I have worked on...
High protein brownie recipe
High protein brownie - yum yum! There are times when digging into an indulgent chocolate brownie is 100 percent worth it, whether it’s your birthday, the annual holiday party, or some other special occasion. But when the craving (that's another discussion!) for...
The importance of Vitamin D, especially NOW!
As the cooler months arrive in the southern hemisphere we are susceptible to a drop in vitamin D levels. If we're not ingesting enough vitamin D source food, and with sunshine hours decreasing the chances of this happening are much higher. Even if the sun is out, if...
The Power of Coaching: Unlocking Success One Session at a Time
In the fast-paced world we live in today, where competition is fierce and challenges are abundant, having someone in your corner can make all the difference. That someone is often a coach – a mentor, a guide, and a motivator rolled into one. The importance of coaching...
Movement Magic!
Just some of the ways in which moving our body more can help with a miriad of health benefits. As the southern hemisphere starts to head towards the cooler months we start to think about (I hope we do!) keeping the bugs at bay so we can keep doing the things we love...