Me Time
Gratitude
Keeping a gratitude journal seems to be one of the latest self-help fads doing the rounds. Is this just another trendy self-improvement activity? Apart from a “feel-good” experience, is there any scientific proof of the value of keeping such a journal, and...
GARDENING IMPROVES YOUR HEALTH
Direct exposure to nature plays an important part in our well-being and has been proven to have a calming effect on us. When the interaction with nature takes the form of gardening, it is an eye-opener to see how many substantial health benefits are available to us....
GRIEF AND YOUR HEALTH
Grief is the painful experience of the loss of a loved one. The resulting period of all-permeating grief not only has a devastating effect on your emotional health, it also has a huge impact on your physical health. By understanding how seriously your health can be...
“Me Time”
What is “me” time? There are various definitions of “me” time, for instance: “Time spent relaxing on one’s own as opposed to working or doing things for others, seen as an opportunity to reduce stress or restore energy.” (Oxford Dictionary.) “Time to do what you want...
New Year Health Resolutions
Your health is precious! move more each day sleep more - 7 to 8 hours each night eat more plant material daily - especially with many colours drink more water throughout the day be aware and look after gut health less sugar tame stress stay more positive - start each...
NATURE HEALS
In a recent interview with the well-known South African trail runner, Ryan Sandes, (winner of numerous local and international competitions, amongst these the 4 Deserts in 2010), he indicated that he loves being outdoors, as he experiences a direct bond with nature,...
New Year Health Resolutions
Move more and exercise daily Tame stress actively Sleep more – 7 to 8 hours needed each night Much more plant material, especially with color, on your plate with every meal More water throughout the day Be more aware of and care for gut health Less sugar and refined...
Lessons of Life – Jonathan Tepper
By Jonathan Tepper December 29, 2014 You can learn a lot from books, but many things can only be learned the hard way by living, suffering and enjoying life. A year and a half ago, I was in a plane with very bad turbulence, and I worried that if the plane went down,...
THE BEST KEPT SECRET – HOW TO MANAGE YOUR TIME!
Time management is something we all strive for, but really battle with. Take the word “TIME” and cross out the first two letters “TIME” now becomes “ME” management That’s the secret! HEALTH INSIGHT MARCH 2017
GUIDELINES FOR HAPPINESS
1. Free your heart from hate 2. Free your mind from worry 3. Live simply 4. Give more 5. Expect less