Working in the property department of a bank, Sarah Tait, 33, was used to the stress of being busy. But when she attempted to juggle her job along with planning her wedding and buying a home, everything came crashing down. The prolonged period of stress, coupled with a desire for everything to be perfect, triggered […]
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“This 5-minute visual trick got me through the most intense week at work and now I'm a convert”
Dealing with stress and burnout at work is a feeling lots of us can relate to. We asked a workaholic to try The Curiosity Academy masterclass to manage chronic stress and feeling overwhelmed and fatigued. Here’s how she got on… Welcome to The Curiosity Academy, Stylist’s new learning hub where you can access workshops, how-to […]
Try these simple meditation techniques to help you relax
We all have busy, stressful lives – and on top of that, we have been living through a pandemic for the best part of two years. That’s a lot to handle. So, if you feel your stress levels rising, or find it hard to feel calm – that isn’t surprising. When so much of life […]
Woman who became 'allergic' to her high-stress job quits to travel the world
Caitlin Taylor, 30, only went into the field of finance after she Googled ‘how to make the most money’. But within months of moving to London for a job as an investment banker, the ‘work hard, play hard’ lifestyle took a huge toll on her health. Essentially, she developed an allergy to her high-stress job, […]
Growing Evidence Fruit and Veg Produce Lower Stress Levels
A diet rich in fruit and vegetables (FV) is beneficial for overall health, but new research suggests it is also linked to lower stress levels. Investigators assessed dietary intake and perceived stress in over 8600 Australian adults aged 25 years or older and found that those with the highest FV intake had a 10% lower […]
New study shows that stress during childhood and adolescence can modify the brain
A study by the University of Valencia (UV) and the INCLIVA Health Research Institute, of the Clinical Hospital of Valencia, shows that stress during the early stages of life can modify the brain, particularly in women. The study, led by Juan Nácher, Professor of Cell Biology and a member of the INCLIVA Psychiatry and Neurodegenerative […]
Six ways to tackle workplace stress – as we head back to the office
Nip ‘stresscalation’ in the bud Practice journaling Reframe your language Differentiate between ‘good’ stress and ‘bad’ stress Be an active part of an inclusive culture Ask for help Source: Read Full Article
Supportive partners protect relationship quality in people with depression or stress
Having a responsive, supportive partner minimizes the negative impacts of an individual’s depression or external stress on their romantic relationship, according to research by a University of Massachusetts Amherst social psychologist. Paula Pietromonaco, professor emerita of psychological and brain sciences, drew on data from her Growth in Early Marriage project (GEM) to investigate what she […]
What is Stress Awareness Month and how can I reduce my stress?
What is Stress Awareness Month? How can I reduce my stress levels? Remember what makes you happy and engage in it Learn to say no! The Gratitude stretch Try some informal mindfulness When out walking listen to birdsong When out walking, take a moment to feel the warmth of the sun When having a drink, […]
Did COVID-19 Stress, Uncertainty Stall Anti-smoking Push?
WASHINGTON (AP) — A year after COVID-19 upended life for millions of Americans, there are troubling signs that the coronavirus may have also slowed progress against another deadly health threat: smoking. Fewer smokers called quit-smoking hotlines last year and some smoked more, contributing to an unusual bump in cigarette sales — all in the middle […]