News: health and wellbeing
Some inspiration for lifelong happiness
Sometimes we need someone to tell us that we are doing well, that we don't need to worry because one day we'll get there. When I'm feeling a little low or bad about myself, or I start to question my self-worth and think too much about my life, I try to shake myself out of those feelings by reading inspiring quotes and affirmations.
Tuesday: nothing a massage can't fix
How lucky am I to have a sister who’s gifted me with a spa day! I’ve been saving the voucher for one of those days when I feel like I’ve accomplished a lot, but also in serious need of a good recharge to fuel me for even more work. This seemed like a good day for it.
Sleep: why is it so important, and how can we get better at it?
Our sleeping habits can be complex and are usually influenced by a myriad of lifestyle factors, such as our diets, water intake, caffeine levels, exercise (or lack thereof), and, of course, stress. So, why is sleep so important, and how can we get better at it?
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Shall we have a cuppa?
I am obsessed with tea! I’ve never really been into coffee, much to mum’s dismay and surprise to literally everyone I meet, but alas, that’s just the way it is with us tea lovers. It all started on my Year 12 Retreat four years ago, and has only expanded since then with trying new and delicious tea's from one of my favourite shops, T2! There are so many health benefits to drinking tea, read this blog to find out more!
Why we need to ditch diet culture
Our obsession with dieting and weight loss has been ongoing for more than 150 years. Now, there is a new kind of movement emerging: the anti-diet.
Turning 21
I just turned 21 a few weeks ago. In the couple of weeks leading up to it, I kept forgetting it was coming up, seriously just went right over my head. I can’t tell if it was my subconscious trying to block out the fact that I’m getting older, that its time to be an adult, be more responsible, that soon my parents will kick me out. Or that life is so fleeting, passing by so, so quickly like how dare she!... Seriously what’s the deal?! I’ve realized recently that I haven’t been making the most of my life. A lot of you may feel the same way, so what can we do to feel like we're actually living? Writing it down in this blog has actually helped me to self reflect, to realise that I actually have done a lot and have a lot going for myself. Hope this inspires you as a reader.
Easter picnic and carrot cake adventures
I’m already missing the long weekend, what about you? It was glorious autumn weather and we truly had a lovely time with family and friends. I also now have enough chocolate to get me through winter (and my thesis writing)!
Exercise: does it really help?
Exercise is an integral part of my routine, it helps to ground, motivate, and awaken me. But what happens when we don’t exercise?
What does health mean to me?
This week is Health Week at Adelaide Uni, and I’ve been reflecting on what health looks and feels like for me in 2021.
Here’s my list of “Realistic” goals for this year (as well as the far future)
These are the things I’m most excited about doing in the near and far future! From getting fit to spending less time on my phone, traveling, and more! Think of this as an unfortunately "realistic" bucket list, since we can't really go anywhere at the moment. I hope this inspires you to write your own, and keep these goals in the back of your mind as you live your life!
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