Last time I shared some wise words from a newsletter I follow about seratonin. Why re-do the research when someone's already done it right? There are some really simple ways to protect and promote your seratonin levels and here are a number of them in no particular...
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Seratonin – your happy hormone
You may well have heard of seratonin. It's a neurotransmitter that plays a crucial role in various physiological processes and has been linked to several important functions in the body. We know it as our ‘feel good’ neurotransmitter but the other roles of serotonin...
How To Increase Your HRV (Heart Rate Variability)
HRV is a powerful metric; it can give us unique insights into our body’s response to stress. In the scientific literature, higher HRV is typically associated with better health and improved performance. But HRV isn’t as simple as, “How high can you go?” —...
5 Food that help manage cholesterol levels
For people battling high cholesterol, choosing meals wisely can be a challenge, but it is essential. Restaurants, parties, even seemingly healthy take-outmay present unhealthy temptations. But simple dietary modifications can help you eliminate those unhealthy...
The non-diet approach – and eat cake!
I'm going to start with the bottom line first! We need to stop thinking our cravings for sweets and sugary foods need to be “controlled.” Instead, let’s think a little deeper about what might be missing from your diet and what your relationship with food is like. If...
Gratitude and Emotional Benefits
How grateful are you – check the quiz here
How long should you nap?
We could all benefit from a boost in alertness, particularly when our sleep has been disrupted, or we’re feeling drowsy. But do you know what makes us feel sleepy in the afternoon, and how long you should nap to maximise the benefits, and minimise the downsides? I...
Are You Taking Self-Care Seriously?
You probably already know that sufficient sleep, proper nutrition, physical exercise, human connection, and time to relax are important — but do you actually carve out time for them? When you consider caring for yourself as unrelated to work, you’re likely to let your...
Reframe How You Think About Self-Care
Summary: Many leaders tell themselves: “It’s so busy, I can’t afford to…(spend 7 hours sleeping, or stop to get lunch, or keep up my hobbies).” This framing, which casts investments in personal resilience as contrary to the best interests of an organisation,...
10 drivers of satisfaction – at work
The Great Job Boom continues to bring more opportunities for workers across New Zealand, so now could be an ideal time to think about your next career move. But what do you really want from a job? Job satisfaction is now even higher on the must-have list...









