Entrepreneur Wellbeing

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The power of gratitude: 5 ways it can improve your mental health

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The power of gratitude: 5 ways it can improve your mental health

“Thank you.” Two simple words, with a big impact when shared from the heart. It’s also often among the first words we learn to speak in a different language.

Taking the time to engage in some acts of gratitude can indeed help you live a fulfilled life. Gratitude has a direct impact on our mental health and it can help us become happier in life, and view life in a more meaningful way.

This week’s guest blog features Jessica Robinson, writing her second blog for Calmer to share her perspective on the link between gratitude and our mental health, and five ways we can utilise gratitude to boost our wellbeing.

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How to Find Answers in the Rain: Your Guide For Intentional Thinking

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How to Find Answers in the Rain: Your Guide For Intentional Thinking

The rain can be a powerful teacher. The cool, clarifying, and often cleansing nature of this wet weather inspires many of us to be still and breathe for a moment. Some people like to curl up inside with their favourite book, others will dance outdoors, relishing the natural shower.

This week, guest writer Gladys Torres shares her second guest blog for Calmer, this time exploring both the symbolic and practical ways in which rain supports a more intentional, meditative existence.

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5 desk stretches to relieve tension at work

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5 desk stretches to relieve tension at work

If you’re among the population of workers who spend most of the workday sitting at a desk, it’s likely you’ll experience tension and discomfort from time to time. While it’d be idealt for us all to have several breaks in our day to go for a walk or do some yoga, that’s not always possible depending on our circumstances.

As widely recommended, it’s important to take regular standing breaks to increase blood flow to the legs, and you also don’t have to leave your desk to relax your muscles and relieve tension. Desk stretches are a great way to prevent disruptions to your workflow when on the clock, while still practising self-care.

In this special guest blog post, Luke Strauss shares 5 different stretches you can do at the comfort of your desk to help with relieving tension whilst at work.

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How to reduce stress as a business owner

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How to reduce stress as a business owner

Starting and managing your own firm or business inevitably comes with range of challenges. As a business owner, you can find yourself working from the ground up, developing business and marketing plans, and determining how best to ensure lasting customer satisfaction, among many other responsibilities.

These responsibilities can feel stressful at times. Therefore, allowing yourself time to take care of your mental health and explore ways to incorporate stress management techniques can be highly beneficial, both now and in the future.

In this special guest blog, Gladys Torres shares some stress management tips to assist you on your business journey.

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How to quiet your inner critic

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How to quiet your inner critic

What is self-sabotage? It’s a frequently used term in pop psychology and the media. However, the meaning of the term and its implications are often shrouded in uncertainty.

Most of us have an “inner saboteur” or “inner critic” of some sort, lurking in the depths of our psyches. While there’s no straightforward way to prevent it from holding you back, you can address it with self-awareness and proper self-care. So, where do you start? These tips may help you put a positive foot forward.