Experiencing a mid-afternoon energy slump? Take a 10 to 15-minute walk; a slow stroll or a brisk one. Walk around the neighborhood, through green spaces, through your workplace, or up and down the stairs. Take a walk and it might boost your energy, clear your mind,...
Are you in a state of confusion? Keep thinking about it all and you may create more confusion. Try this instead, write. Write down the confusion, the various options you are thinking about. And as you write, you may find your way out of confusion. If...
You know the saying about walking a mile in someone else’s shoes before judging them. Next time someone's being difficult, leave your opinions, assumptions and emotions aside for just a couple of minutes. Then, figuratively walk in their shoes, that is, try to see things...
When there's a problem to solve or ideas to process, do you tend to 'sit on it'? Too much sitting isn't good for us, so try to 'walk on it.' Go for a walk at lunchtime or get off a few stops before your destination. Take...
What are your plans for lunch? You will step away from your work space and eat healthily, won't you? And while you're on your break, do something to clear your head and re-energise for the rest of your workday. Here are a few ways to reclaim...
As we move into spring, it's a good time to re-motivate ourselves to get more movement into our day. Here are some ideas: Do some gardening, go cycling, or if you're meeting up with friends, arrange a ‘walk and talk’. Or do some stretches while watching...
When you walk, instead of combining it with the usual thinking, thinking and thinking, try something different: - Observe the way you walk. Observe your pace. - Be aware of the movement of your body. Be aware of how the body feels. - Notice your surroundings and what’s...
