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Take a couple of minutes twice a day to practise these two simple breathing techniques. There’s minimum effort involved in these but if any parts … [Read more...]

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It is amazing how so many people, when you compliment them for something you admire, will almost reject the compliment rather than simply saying thank … [Read more...]

As kids return to school and parents sigh with relief, a variety of after-school activities and clubs spring up everywhere. While some kids know … [Read more...]

Stress in manageable doses is not harmful to our health, but how we deal with it (or don’t) can be. From deadlines at work and battling traffic, to … [Read more...]

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The Christmas tipple comes in many forms – we indulge during the office party, or sip wine while cooking. There are the endless top-ups during family … [Read more...]