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Do You Have Social Jetlag?

We live in a 24/7 world, and while the earth’s natural light/dark cycle hasn’t changed, most of us are active and experience light exposure long after sunset, eat late in the evening, and wake up to an alarm clock, often […]

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5 Ways To Focus When Working From Home

Whether you’ve been working from home for years, or have only recently started remote working, here are five ways that you can improve your focus and beat distraction, particularly if you are forced to be productive in a less than […]

What Type Of Break Is The Most Effective?

Some workplaces actively encourage employees to take breaks during the day as a way to re-charge, improve their wellbeing and their performance, as evidenced by the growing number meditation rooms, nap pods and ping pong tables, particularly in the technology […]

Could Sitting For Too Long Make You Immune To Exercise?

(5-minute read) We all know that it’s essential to exercise regularly, but many of us also struggle with our sedentary lifestyles. Unfortunately, the evidence is mounting to describe the adverse outcomes associated with sitting too much, whether in our work […]

Which Stress Reduction Technique Is The Most Effective?

Many people’s lives are characterised by multi-tasking, competition and time-pressure. The adverse effects of stress are common, and the costs to individuals and society are high in terms of both health and productivity. Amid our packed schedules, many of us […]

Can Sleep Tracking Be Bad For Your Performance?

(8.5 minute read) The market for wearable sleep trackers continues to grow, but did you know that tracking your sleep might actually be doing more harm, than good? In recent years, several studies have demonstrated that our perception of sleep […]

12 Powerful Tactics To Transform Your Public Speaking

Public speaking is a crucial skill in the workplace, whether or not you are aiming to make a career out of it. From sales presentations to small meetings, honing the art of communication will help you to persuade and win […]

Why Is It So Hard To Switch Off?

For most people, the majority of the day is filled with work, and we spend more time interacting with colleagues than friends or family. Often, our work does not have a definite start and endpoint, so it’s no wonder that […]

Can a drink in the evening really ruin your sleep?

(3.5 minute read) Many people enjoy an alcoholic drink in the evening, and it’s a common belief that a ‘nightcap’ can improve sleep. But is this true? Discover why the answer is ‘yes and no’. Find out what the scientific […]

How To Find Out If Your Passion Is Healthy Or Harmful

(4.5 minute read) We all have inclinations toward certain activities that we like and find meaningful. If this inclination feels intense enough, we may describe our attraction as a passion. Passion is a powerful force. It can inspire us to […]