How to Help your Immune System

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]S[/eltd_dropcaps]ince the lives we once knew came to a sudden standstill, health has become our overriding concern. As the cogs of the country begin to turn, and the once derelict streets show glimmers of life, an underlying uncertainty remains. We are stepping out into a very different world to the one we left behind. So, how do we really stay safe? 

As well as keeping your distance, of course, the very best thing you can do is look after your immune system. This is your very own internal army, which needs strength to protect you from harm.   

Spring Cleaning your Mind

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]A[/eltd_dropcaps]s spring approaches, the mention of a “spring clean” will often pop up. The idea is to deep clean your house after the winter hibernation, to have a fresh, tidy start to the new season.  

However, I think it is important to take time to spring clean your mind too, not just the space you live in! The cold winter weather and the aftereffects of the ‘January blues’ can take its toll on your mind, especially whilst we’re all isolating and staying home amongst the current chaos. Here are some ideas on detoxing and clearing your mind ready for Spring, so you can make the most of your time and space… 

Self-Care and Immunity on Lockdown

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]F[/eltd_dropcaps]or beauty lovers internationally.

On lockdown and in the confines of our own homes, our most-loved beauty and self-care secrets have been compromised and our go-to pick-me-ups are, for now, out the window. Across all nations, people are experiencing sickness and so right now, the notion of beauty may be of a lower priority than usual. For those of us recovering from milder symptoms, feeling the FOMO, anxiety or simply just locked inside for safe measures, we are hoping this soon will be a distant memory. In this time, it’s important to remember the healing powers we can unlock by optimising our inner and outer mental health and immunity.

Staying Sane in Isolation

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]I[/eltd_dropcaps]t’s now been – ahem – a while since Boris announced the country-wide lockdown, with the entire of the U.K.’s non-essential workforce suddenly working from home full time.  

After the initial giddiness at the prospect of an extra half an hour in bed, not having to battle the rush hour Northern Line twice a day, and a new work wardrobe comprising mainly loungewear and sliders, the reality of the situation settled in.  

5 tips to help you heal after a breakup

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]B[/eltd_dropcaps]reak ups are one of those things that everyone endures at some point in life and we all know just how painful they can be. If you’ve recently broken up with your partner, then you’re most probably going through a difficult and confusing time at the moment.

When you need a little self love…

[eltd_dropcaps type=”normal” color=”” background_color=””]L[/eltd_dropcaps]et’s be honest, we all have our bad days. Those days where we wake up and would rather hide under our mountains of fluffy pillows than face the mentally challenging nature of the outdoors. It can be so easy to let your mind fall into a dark place, when you don’t want to leave your bedroom or socialise with anyone.