Life & Style

8 Methods That Psychologists Use to Get Rid of Stress
05:40 2018-02-10

Psychologists are specialists who help us resolve problems, overcome fears, and sort out our feelings so that we can be calm and healthy. But they are also human beings and sometimes they have to cope with stress too. 8. Write down everything that comes to mind. John Duffy, a clinical psychologist, and the author of …

4 reasons why living by the sea is the best for your mental health
03:04 2018-02-10

We already know that living in the countryside is fantastic for your mental health, with green spaces often seen as de-stressing environments that have a positive impact on your wellbeing. But it turns out that living by the sea might be even better still. Here are four reasons why you may want to move to …

This ‘5-4-3-2-1’ mindfulness trick can help beat anxiety
02:15 2018-02-10

When anxiety starts to takeover, it can feel impossible to gain perspective and get out of the spiral of worries. But, next time you feel overwhelmed with anxious thoughts, a simple mindfulness trick may offer some relief. Shared by Boston University clinical psychologist Ellen Hendriksen, author of new book How to Be Yourself: Quiet the …

The age your brain matures at everything — it isn’t even fully developed until age 25
00:14 2018-02-10

Neuroscientists are confirming what car rental places already figured out — the brain doesn’t fully mature until age 25. Up until this age, the prefrontal cortex — the part of the brain that helps curb impulsive behavior — is not yet fully developed. Some scientists say this could illuminate a potential factor behind a recent …

6 wedding flower trends to know
08:42 2018-02-09

When it comes to choosing your wedding flowers, colour themes and seasonality often play a big part in the decision-making. But just as wedding dress styles come and go, floral trends are always developing. For couples getting hitched this year, we spoke to Lavender Green Flowers, the florist behind Pippa Middleton’s wedding, to find out …