F4L Blog
Pumpkin Pancakes!!
I thought I would share a recipe today. This comes directly from the good people at Nuzest. The recipe from Gaz Oakley. Sometimes these dishes are just what you need for breakfast so long as the protein content is high enough, or even a dessert which is rich in fibre...
PANAS Pt.2 – Where do you sit on the grid?
You will need to read Part 1 for this blog to make sense so if you missed that one here is the link to go back and read all about PANAS the positive and negative affect scale. Once you have completed it you will have a score for both positive and negative scale and be...
Four possible C’s of wellbeing: the search for seratonin
In today's fast-paced and stressful world, many people struggle with low serotonin levels, which can lead to mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. But what causes this decline in serotonin, and what can be done to boost it? Let's explore the reasons behind low...
Positive and Negative Affect Scale (PANAS) Pt.1
I recently heard a podcast interviewing the very interesting Arthur C. Brooks. He recently wrote a book with Oprah Winfrey (clever) which I am now reading called "Build the life you want" it's about happiness and other interesting things. He mentions in it, the PANAS...
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...