Tag: wellbeing
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How Social Media Can Trigger Real-Life Stress and What to Do About It
Understanding the Link Between Social Media and Stress Social media platforms have become an integral part of daily life, shaping how we communicate, learn, and entertain ourselves. But as usage climbs, so does the potential for stress. The very features that make social media appealing—instant feedback, endless comparisons, and the curated highlight reels of others’…
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The Living Hell of an Apartment Renovation: A Personal Wake-Up Call
Introduction: A Glimpse Into the Disruption Renovations promise a refreshed space, but for many, they arrive as an uninvited disruption that unsettles more than the walls. The experience I recently endured felt less like a home improvement and more like a marathon of sleepless mornings, compromised privacy, and a constant sense of vulnerability. The dozen…
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Cardiologist warns how your daily ‘grind’ may be killing your heart despite exercise and salads
Why a Healthy Salad and Daily Exercise Aren’t Enough When you picture a heart-healthy routine, you might imagine brisk workouts, colorful salads, and a consistent morning jog. Yet a growing body of expert opinion suggests this isn’t the full picture. Dr. Dmitry Yaranov, a U.S.-based cardiologist known to followers as @heart_transplant_doc, warns that even the…
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BCP Council Leader to Host Q&A on Wellbeing and Support for Residents
Overview: A Community Q&A on Wellbeing and Support The leader of the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) Council is set to host an open Q&A with residents next week, focusing on wellbeing and the practical help available when costs rise and winter pressure intensifies. This public event offers a chance for residents to ask questions,…
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BCP Council Leader to Q&A with Residents on Wellbeing and Cost-of-Living Support
A timely Q&A on wellbeing with the BCP Council leader The leader of BCP Council is set to host a Question and Answer session with residents next week, focusing on wellbeing and the practical help available to people across the borough. This event offers an opportunity to hear directly from local leadership about what is…
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Zimbabwean Catholic Nun Urges South Africa to Create Mental Health Spaces for Clergy
Clergy Mental Health Under the Spotlight In a timely appeal that highlights the hidden struggles of church leaders, a Zimbabwean Catholic nun is urging the South African Catholic community to create dedicated spaces for mental health support. The call comes amid growing recognition that clergy and religious men and women face unique emotional and psychological…
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Catholic Nun Advocates for Mental Health Centers for Clergy in South Africa
A Zimbabwean Catholic nun is calling on the South African Church to establish dedicated mental health centers to address the psychological and emotional challenges faced by clergy and religious in the country. The plea comes amid growing concerns about burnout, burnout-related depression, and the high stress levels associated with pastoral leadership in challenging socio-economic times.…
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Picture of health: Going to art galleries can boost wellbeing, study finds
Art as a prescription for wellbeing An unexpected source of wellness may be closer than you think: original works of art in a gallery. A pioneering study led by King’s College London has found that simply viewing masterpieces can calm the body while uplifting the mind. The findings suggest that the experience of looking at…
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Picture of health: going to art galleries can improve wellbeing, study reveals
Art in the Gallery: A surprising boost for wellbeing Walking into a gallery to view original masterpieces could do more than delight the eyes. A recent study led by King’s College London has found that spending time with original artworks in a gallery setting can reduce stress hormones, lower inflammatory markers, and engage the body’s…
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Age Strong, Live Long: A Celebration of Healthy Ageing in Mayo
Overview: A community rally for healthy ageing In a vibrant celebration of International Day of Older Persons 2025, more than 200 members of the public gathered at the Breaffy GAA Clubhouse on Wednesday, October 1, for the “Age Strong, Live Long” event. This lively gathering highlighted the importance of healthy ageing and community wellbeing, bringing…