HEALTH+WELLNESS
THE 2020 W E L L N E S S R E V O L U T I O N
We all know how important it is to look after
our own health and wellbeing, but in our busy lives
we often forget to focus on ourselves. Why? Well
there is a whole host of reasons – we just don’t have
the time, we spend on other things first, we are
not sure where to start, we lack the motivation, and
we feel can’t take any time off to disappear for a
quick holiday.
But how about if there were some quick and easy
changes we could make to our daily life, simple steps
that won’t take up too much time, but would make
all the difference in the world? Well the good news
there is! We have rounded up some of the best ways
to improve your wellbeing in 2020 – from a simple
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gratitude diary and decluttering your home, through
to digital detoxes and mindfulness retreats.
So, start now by stopping, sit back and take a few
minutes to read through the options open to you –
and start 2020 off in the right frame of mind!
Meditation is a simple, effortless and natural way
to destress. It works for everyone, regardless of age,
background, belief or ability, and it is a practice that
you can easily incorporate into your daily routine.
As the charity, The Meditation Trust, explains:
“Meditation allows the mind the freedom to be still,
so that they body gains a very deep rest, and releases
accumulated stress.” The benefits are huge and it is
a great way to spend some quality time on yourself
and truly take a step back from your busy life, helping
you gain perspective and feel refreshed.
Search for meditation and you will find countless
videos and articles on how to get started. There are
also a great array of books and DVDs that you can
buy to help you on your meditation journey. Perhaps
the best way though, is through a charity like The
Meditation Trust who offer meditation courses for
individuals and businesses. Why not download a
copy of their free ebook, Transcendental Meditation
Explained at www.meditationtrust.com and see
where meditation takes you in 2020.