Breathwork is a type of meditation which - because it can be done in very short bursts - can be easier to connect with for those who find other forms of meditation challenging. The benefits of breathwork are reduction in stress and anxiety, promotion of calm, creativity and empathy. Here are five simple techniques to try.

Five ways to start practising meditation for total beginners. Where meditation was once a practise considered to be “New Age” in The West, it’s now common knowledge that meditation is a simple and effective method for supporting good mental health with plenty of science to back up what ancient traditions have taught for thousands of years. Still, I often hear people say, “I can’t meditate. It’s not for me. I can’t quieten my mind, it’s too busy”.

Understanding how the ebb and flow of your cycle affects your mind and body can help you be more intentional in life and work. I’ve reflected on my cycle a lot, learned how it affects me and how I can work with it rather than against it, so I’m sharing my experience

When I finally got to the top, it felt so good - light, open, unlimited. A little scary, but ultimately liberating. The sky was blue and the sun was shining. I was free.