Jersey Edition
No.12 Oct/Nov/Dec 2016 Happy | Healthy | Inspired
Autumn - the Crowning Glory of the Year
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China – A World Leader in Wellbeing The Great Sexism Debate A Career in Happiness – Helping People Transform Their Lives
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Public Speaking Digital Dating. Wince or Win? Sports Therapy – Getting the Edge And Much More to Inspire, Relax and Make You Feel GOOD!
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Welcome WORDS: Beverley Le Cuirot, Founder and Editor
Welcome to our ‘Letting Go’ edition. As we move through the Autumn to the cool Winter months, we are reflecting and letting go; reflecting on what has gone, what is yet to come, and importantly, letting go of the old to make way for something new and better, to manifest our audacious goals and wildest dreams. We’ve searched the world for the latest in wellbeing trends and inspiration – from China, India, South America, Africa, Sri Lanka, the Global Wellness Summit in Kitzbühel, Austria, and the USA – the latest from Arianna Huffington and Sir Richard Branson – and we have much to share with you from closer to home, also. Join us to explore all that this world has to offer in health and wellbeing; awareness is growing, and it is not about to stop! Inspired by our invitation from Careers Jersey to exhibit at the Jersey Skills Show, we’re committed to doing more to promote the many training and career opportunities in the health and wellbeing sector; some are outlined in this edition and we will build on this over the coming months online, so be sure to keep an eye out at: www.wellbeingworld.je We are also dedicated to promoting wellbeing in the workplace; much has been done and yet so much more needs to be done to help alleviate the all-consuming stress which affects so many of us. The stigma of mental health issues is also
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something we seek to help eliminate; this can only be done by constantly raising awareness and being willing to be open to the needs of others – mental and physical. Along with the latest in Mind, Body, Fitness and Food, we have articles for our Young people – one in particular, written by a sixteen year old reader – and a new section on Ageing; we also have special interest topics for Men, Women, and the Family; something for everyone. More and more people are reading WellBeing World magazine, and feedback is increasing with each edition. It makes it so rewarding for us to hear you enjoy reading EVERY page! Thank you. We hope you enjoy this edition, equally so. Until next time, healthy regards,
Beverley beverley@wellbeingworld.je
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CONTENTS
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The Art of Letting Go An Epidemic of Anxiety?
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Wellness – One of the World’s Fastest-Growing Markets Nothing Finer than China Colour Me Happy! The Experience Economy, circa 2016
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Could Soil be our Real Medicine? Once Upon a Flame … Flexible, short-term access to the best gyms
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A Career in Happiness Transforming Workplace Wellness (Book Review) Unseen Chronic Illness Thrive with Arianna! Stress Management Redefined
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Mental Illness – Trust me, I get it. It’s good to talk A Light at the End of the Tunnel Psychotherapy – Help is at Hand … Develop an Attitude of Gratitude Public Speaking
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Ageing and Beauty, Life and Death How to Bulletproof Your Heart Is it Possible to Reduce the Risk of Dementia?
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BODY
Keeping Your Magnificent Body Well Oiled! The Healing Power of the Air that We Breathe A Holistic Approach to Pilates Generation Zzzz.
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Busting the Myths of the Fitness World Sports Therapy – Getting the Edge! Pill-Free Pick Me Ups
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A Commitment to Local Suppliers The Spoils of Oil … The good, the bad and the nasty Eating the Rainbow
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WOMEN
The Great Sexism Debate.
MEN
Guys, You Can Claim Your Space Digital Dating. Wince or Win?
FAMILY
But First Let Me Take a Selfie … A Skinny Paradox. Shed the weight but still unhappy? Empty Nest? Or time to join the SKI club? Discovering Arbonne … Animal Friend Bereavement
MONEY
The Financial Wellbeing Book (Book Review)
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BOOK REVIEW 88 WELLBEING DIRECTORY 90 Guest Contributors: Alex Ritchie-Kelly – UK Dr John Day - USA Practitioners in Jersey: Adrian Luckhurst, The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) Alan Kiley, Silkworth Charity Group Andy Barnes, Jersey Foodstate Ann Marie Clarke, Therapybreaks Daisy Fernandes, Kota Candles Denise Guegan, Healthhaus Diane Saralis, Cognitive Health Emily Gallichan, GymClub Glyn Mitchell, Promessa Soil Jean Allen, The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) Julie Dryburgh, Healing Balance Therapy Dr Juan Melendez, Cognitive Health Lorna Jackson, Health Point Clinic Louise Augré, Augré Physiotherapy Marion Gorrod, Waitrose Nathalie Le Mottee, Healthhaus Pamela Pitcher, Confidence & Clarity Tori Ducker, Jersey MS Therapy Centre And the WellBeing World team: Lucy Sanderson Abigail Ali Charlotte Townsend Beverley Le Cuirot
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The Art of Letting Go
Simple Stress Relievers to Help You Through the Day
Sometimes in life, the little things can make the biggest difference. Try these quick, simple techniques, to improve your daily life and relieve stress, helping you to just ‘let go’.
Practice Peace
Try sitting in a quiet place where you won’t be disturbed, before closing your eyes and taking three deep, slow breaths while imagining yourself sitting in a beautiful place. Feel the sun shining on your face, the breeze on your skin ... Concentrate on all the small details, the sounds and smells, and visualise yourself letting go of all your worries.
“Dr. Cooper, at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, recommends imagining that you’re in a warm shower, a wave of relaxation washing your worries away down the drain.”
Get Moving
Exercise is one of the best stress busters, because it releases powerful chemicals called endorphins in the brain, lifting your mood, easing pain and relieving anxiety. Working out regularly can help you enjoy a better night's sleep, regulate your blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of depression. If hitting the cardio isn’t your thing, then Yoga can have similar benefits; Clinical trials have shown that it helps most people to reduce anxiety and other stress induced conditions. Try teaming your workout with music, for even greater effect. Research has found that listening to music positively impacts the psycho-biological stress system, improving hormonal balance, brain function, and workout recovery time.
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The Natural Approach
You could be stoking the furnace of your anxiety by consuming stress-inducing foods. Limiting harmful foods and drinks can help to calm your mind and keep your heart rate steady. Eating little and often can maintain your mood and stabilise your blood sugar levels. Try nibbling on protein every 2-3 hours, like a hard boiled egg or a handful of nuts, to see if you notice a difference in your wellbeing, and limit sugary and starchy foods, which can cause your blood sugar levels to spike and make you feel anxious. Caffeine increases adrenaline in the body, so if you’re highly stressed you could try dropping it from your diet altogether. A steady supply of nutrients like essential vitamins, trace minerals, healthy fats, electrolytes, amino acids and antioxidants all help your brain to handle stress better, benefiting your entire body, and foods that are high in magnesium and potassium are all natural stress reducers. Try swapping your morning tea, tempting chocolate, break time coffee and cans of cola, for nuts, dark chocolate, and bananas instead. You might find yourself feeling a lot less anxious with this one change. Duke University in Durham, NC, also found homeopathy effective in soothing anxiety disorders, by reducing the effects of stress and cortisol on the body. Calming herbs include passionflower, oats, kava, St. John's wort, damiana, chamomile and essentials oils like bergamot, myrrh, lavender and frankincense can all help to balance
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hormones and aid sleep. You can visit a health store, or one of our qualified homeopaths to try this natural solution.
into your belly each time, to ward off a panic attack and quieten a troubled mind.
Breathe Deep
Change Your Perspective
The more anxious that you become, the shallower and higher in the chest your breathing becomes too, so when the panic sets in, breathe deeply while resting your hand just below your navel on your abdomen. Inhale slowly through your nose and watch your hand move out as your belly expands, then hold your breath for a few seconds, before exhaling slowly. Repeat this several times, consciously lengthening your breath and breathing deeper
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The places where you spend most of your time can have a big impact on your mood. Getting rid of the clutter at home can help you feel more in control of your life, and taking the time everyday to put things away neatly certainly helps. Even decorating or rearranging the furniture might give yourself a new perspective on your surroundings and clear your mind.
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An Epidemic of Anxiety? Depression. Stress. Panic Attacks. OCD. PTSD. Phobias. Self-Harm. Eating Disorders.
Studies show that thousands of girls in the UK suffer from anxiety and the numbers are growing. According to the government study, Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey, published in September 2016, more young women aged 16 to 24 than ever before are experiencing mental health issues. The survey followed an earlier study of 30,000 teenagers by the Department of Education that found that more than one third of teenagers experience three or more symptoms of anxiety, including feeling unhappy, worthless and unable to concentrate. Numbers are rising and girls are said to be more than twice as likely as boys to be affected. While some experts say we are facing a new and unprecedented epidemic of mental illness amongst adolescent girls, others maintain that young women have always been an ‘at risk’ group, and that increased awareness could explain the explosion of the problem. At WellBeing World, we applaud the increased awareness and want to help…
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We all experience anxiety from time to time. Worries about the future, money, work, or that something bad might happen, can quickly creep into your mind and shut you off to the good things all around you. When you’re anxious, it can be difficult to relax and enjoy your day, and create a state of mind that’s hard to escape. You might find it hard to eat, sleep or concentrate, until the feeling has gone or the problem has passed.
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Anxiety can stem from a feeling of being overwhelmed. On their own, each item on your to-do list might not cause you stress, but the combination of the long list of tasks that you need to complete can end up being an anxiety-inducing burden. If you’ve been experiencing panic attacks and been worried for a long period of time, about things that are a normal part of everyday life and not likely to happen, then you may be suffering from anxiety. The University of Cambridge recently reported that people under the age of thirty-five are increasingly suffering with mental health issues, with over eight million people in the UK now suffering from an anxiety disorder. This ‘Anxiety Epidemic’ has made it the most common form of mental illness, with women, those with chronic illnesses and young people most affected. There are a wide range of anxiety disorders including general anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The politics of fear surrounding us on a daily basis could be a factor. While campaign groups talk about the dangers of bird flu, swine flu, bullying, genetically modified crops, stress and fatty food, leaders warn us of impending terror attacks and a failing economy. Catastrophe lurks around every corner, or so it seems. We’re encouraged to see our problems as something that we can learn to ‘cope with’, but exposure to high levels of stress over a long period of time can be dangerous, capable of increasing someone’s risk for mental illness, heart disease, and even cancer. Sometimes anxiety can lead to other disorders, like depression or even suicide, and lower your immune system, leaving you vulnerable to physical illnesses.
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“A lot of people don’t understand what anxiety is and how serious it is. It can have a devastating impact on their life,” says Stephen Buckley, from the mental health charity Mind. For thousands of years meditation and prayer have been used to improve personal wellbeing. Known to reduce stress and help overcome anxiety, depression and other stress-related issues that can affect quality of life, recent studies have shown that practicing meditation or ‘mindfulness’ can even help improve children’s performance at school. Simple mind techniques practiced for only ten minutes once or twice a day can do wonders to reduce stress and anxiety and best of all, can be done anywhere, at any time of day, for free. Visiting new places and changing your routine might also help; Stimulating your brain with new sights, sounds and smells can be a big mood booster and help you to approach situations from a different mindset. If you might be suffering from anxiety, it’s important to make sure that you take the time to talk about how you’re feeling. Chatting about what you’re going through with a friend or loved one can help you to see things from a different perspective, or come up with a genius solution to your problems. You could also try writing a diary, to track your positive and negative emotions and identify triggers that cause you stress, or talking to a trained therapist, paid to listen objectively and help you to build the tools that you need to relieve it. If you’re having panic attacks, or persistently feel anxious, the best thing is to speak with your GP, and then consider your options from there. You might also wish to give therapy a try – a good starting point would be to check out the list of qualified therapists in our WellBeing Directory at: www.wellbeingworld.je
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Wellness – One of the World’s Largest, Fastest-Growing and Most Resilient Markets.
The global wellness industry grew 10.6% in the last two years, from a $3.36 trillion market in 2013 to $3.72 trillion in 2015, according to research released in October by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI). This new data on the ten markets that comprise the global wellness “cluster” provides fresh evidence that wellness is one of the world’s largest, fastest growing, and most resilient markets. Economic context:
• From 2013-2015, the global wellness sector registered double-digit growth, while the global economy/GDP shrank by -3.6%* - a “growth gap” of nearly 15%. • The wellness industry now represents 5.1% of global economic output. • Wellness expenditures are now nearly half as large as total global health expenditures ($7.6 trillion**).
Among the ten wellness markets analysed*** the fastest growing from 2013-2015 were: 1) Preventative/Personalised Medicine & Public Health
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2) Fitness & Mind-Body (+21.4%) 3) Wellness Lifestyle Real Estate (+18.6%) 4) Wellness Tourism (+14%) 5) Healthy Eating, Nutrition & Weight Loss (+12.8%)
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These topline numbers were released at the 10th annual Global Wellness Summit held in Kitzbühel, Austria, which attracted 500 industry leaders from 45 nations. The in-depth report will be released in early 2017. “Recent years have been marked by global economic contraction and disruptive geopolitical events, but the ‘wellness economy’ just keeps rising, with an upward trajectory that seems unstoppable,” said Ophelia Yeung, Senior Research Fellow, GWI. “We predict that consumers, governments and employers will continue to spend big on wellness because of these megatrends: an emerging global middle class, a rapidly ageing world population, a chronic disease and stress epidemic, the failure of the ‘sick-care’ medical model (resulting in uncontrollable healthcare costs), and a growing subset of (more affluent, educated) consumers seeking experiences rooted in meaning, purpose, authenticity and nature.”
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Spotlight on 5 Markets: Wellness Tourism: From 2013-
2015, wellness tourism revenues grew 14%, more than twice as fast overall tourism expenditures (6.9%). World travellers made 691 million wellness trips in 2015, 104.4 million more than in 2013. Wellness tourism now accounts for 15.6% of total tourism revenues – nearing 1 in 6 of total “tourist dollars” spent. That’s, in part, because wellness travellers spend much more per trip: international wellness tourists spend 61% more ($1,613/trip) than the average international tourist, and the premium for domestic wellness travellers is even higher: $654 per trip, 164% higher than the typical domestic tourist. Wellness tourism is responsible for 17.9 million jobs worldwide.
Spa Industry: The spa economy, including spa facility revenues ($77.6 billion), and also education, consulting, associations, media, and event sectors that enable spa businesses ($21 billion), grew to $98.6 billion market in 2015. Spa locations jumped from 105,591 in 2013 to 121,595 in 2015. Since 2013, the industry has added 16,000 spas, more than 230,000 workers (to reach 2.1 million), and $3.5 billion in revenue. The modest 2.3% annual revenue growth rate (2013-2015) is largely due to the U.S. dollar currency conversion from large spa markets across Europe and Asia. If global spa facility revenues are converted to the Euro, the market actually grew a robust 25%: from €56 billion to €70.1 billion.
Thermal & Mineral Springs: The
number of revenue-earning thermal/ mineral springs properties grew from 26,847 in 2013 to 27,507 in 2015 – a gain of 660 facilities across 109 countries. These businesses earned $51 billion in 2015, up 2% from 2013. While this gain looks modest, GWI research finds rapidly rising consumer interest in springs-based activities – and 2015 revenues are heavily impacted by the depreciation of European currencies against the dollar, as Europe represents 39% of industry revenues.
a wellness market with some of the largest growth opportunity.
Wellness Lifestyle Real Estate: The market for residential, hospitality, and mixed-used real estate that incorporates wellness elements (i.e., human, social and environmental health) into its design, construction, amenities and services, was one of the fastest-growing wellness sectors from 2013-2015: growing 19% to $118.6 billion. “A profound shift in the way people consume wellness is underway: once
“Recent years have been marked by global economic contraction and disruptive geopolitical events, but the ‘wellness economy’ just keeps rising, with an upward trajectory that seems unstoppable.” Workplace Wellness: As the cost of unwell workers skyrockets (reaching 10-15% of global economic output), employers are spending more on employee wellness each year. The global industry grew 6.4% from 2013-2015, to $43.3 billion. But two-thirds of that spend is concentrated in North America ($16.2 billion) and Europe ($16.1 billion). And the GWI estimates that with only 9.5% of today’s workforce covered by a workplace wellness programme, this remains
a luxury or ‘add-on’, it’s now being infused into every aspect of daily life – from how people work to how they travel,” noted Katherine Johnston, Senior Research Fellow, GWI. “And the spend on proactive healthy choices – on wellness – will continue to comprise a greater percentage of massive multi-trillion industries, whether real estate, food and beverage, or travel.”
More info: www.globalwellnessinstitute.org *Global GDP data: IMF, World Economic Outlook Database, 2016 ** WHO, Global Health Expenditures Database, 2014 *** The GWI develops original data for five sectors: wellness tourism, spa, thermal/mineral springs, workplace wellness and wellness lifestyle real estate. For the other 5 sectors, secondary global industry data is evaluated and aggregated. Based upon economic sector projections from the IMF, ILO, Euromonitor, and GWI’s data/projection model.
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Nothing Finer than China A World Leader in Wellbeing. Wellbeing is a priority in China, always has been and always will be - but these days, Chinese wellbeing is not only a deep rooted cultural value, it’s a booming emerging economy of stratospheric proportions. With the Chinese holistic approach to self care and medicine, the country has long been way ahead in terms of promoting a healthier, longer-living population. First and foremost, a deep understanding of the importance of taking good care of oneself is a result of the intrinsic and collective attitude to wellness that the Chinese have always upheld... It comes as no surprise therefore, that Chinese wellness treatments and medicine are arguably the oldest form of wellness treatments in the world and with its holistic approach, China is investing in virtually every element and aspect of wellbeing and business is booming. The history of Chinese medicine and wellbeing treatments begins about the second century BC as there are no clear records of medical techniques older that. There are written descriptions existing about disease from the
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Shang Dynasty era (1600-1046 BC), over three and a half thousand years ago, but there isn’t a record of their actual medical techniques or practices. The first clear indication of a written medical treatise is in 475-221 BC, where the use of moxibustion or acupuncture in order to manipulate the Yin (dark) and Yang (light) are described in ways similar to those that are practiced today. In terms of nutrition, Chinese people mostly cook as they’ve always cooked - using fresh, seasonal produce from local markets; this means swimming fish, snappy crabs, and squawking chickens. Food is an important part of daily life; understanding that eaten together, good food can bring harmony and closeness within family and relationships.
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The cultural value of wellbeing is intrinsic and undoubtedly, the Chinese have been world leaders in better health and wellness from as far back as records began. From 1600BC to now, China is still the capital of the world of wellbeing; the global Wellness Economy, which was last measured in 2013 as being worth a staggering $3.4trillion is heavily influenced by China in a multitude of ways. From wellness tourism and spas, to the booming market for natural
thermal and mineral springs (which alone in China, is worth some $26.7billion per year), China is the country that offers the most places to go for wellness treatments than anywhere else in the world. Chinese natural medicines, treatments and ancient practices (not including yoga and tai chi as these fall under the fitness sector), make up a vast portion of the world’s alternative or complementary wellness industry, which itself is worth some $187 billion per year... Then of course, there’s the holy grail of consumers, the Chinese themselves who, alongside their traditional wellness practices, are now more than likely to adopt a Western
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approach to medicine and fitness; catapulting Western wellness brands and businesses to the forefront of the fast paced emerging Chinese wellness economy. This trajectory is headed skyward along a plethora of avenues, including activewear brands and retailers such as Adidas for example, who are investing heavily in Chinese property to house more shops and outlets. From 2014 to 2015, China's sportswear market grew from $23.9 billion to $26.6 billion according to Euromonitor and it’s set to rise to about $32.81 billion by 2020.
2020. Indeed, a most likely necessity to fuel oxygen to the masses as they make good use of all of that sports attire!
China is limbering up for gold when it comes to taking the lead in the consumer sportswear spends category.
“The cultural value of wellbeing is intrinsic and undoubtedly, the Chinese have been world leaders in better health and wellness from as far back as records began.”
This year has been the start of China’s 13th Five Year Plan (2016-2020); featuring an array of wellbeing factors and cementing China’s place in the global wellness economy on a huge scale, the plan was devised into five tenets within which, Chinese companies are tasked to “enhance innovative technologies and strive to bring more wellbeing to Asia and other regions.” Furthermore, the country itself is citing ‘Green Growth’ as one of those five tenets; China has announced that it will be covering a quarter of the country in forest by
The fact is that the wellbeing industry in all of its diversity, is something that any non-economist can see as a thriving and booming economy. Businesses and whole countries alike are cashing in on the positive growth and China seems to be the front runner when it comes maximising its wellbeing bottom line.
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Colour Me Happy Tone it up! WORDS: Lucy Sanderson
Colour has played a part in defining mood since way back to the beginning of time, when humans held dark and light as the power behind almost everything. Black and dark colours represented night, dark and that side of the coin and of course, white and bright colours represented day, light and normally the more positive of feelings or notions. Skip forward some thousands of years and the colours we can wear are spectrum wide – that being said, there are some countries who refrain from colour almost altogether; wearing black, grey, dark browns and muted colours. These countries are often the ones that are governed in a way that instils
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conformity or submission, arguably a pretty unfair system by Western freedom of expression standards, but we’re not delving into the right or wrong of religious or cultural colour conformity here, we’re more interested in the light, bright and colourful countries that express themselves with vibrancy and delightful mixes of palettes in fabrics that shine and swing and sway; countries who use colour in culture to convey happiness and delight, freedom and expression.
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Without thinking, we often choose colours that represent our mood. The weather gets hotter, sun gets brighter and we’re all about neon, or florals and brightly coloured clothing. We have a hot date and red is a colour that pops; a funeral may go either way – a choice example as for those opting for a funeral that celebrates life often instructs attendees to wear anything but black and for a more sombre affair, black is the norm. We convey our feelings with colour too; green with envy, black thoughts, a surprise that came out of the blue or you may be feeling blue – we may come across a golden opportunity to be tickled pink too – the list goes on. Around the world, the way different cultures see and describe the meaning of colour varies dramatically. For instance, the Bassa people in Liberia only have two words for classifying colours (ziza for red/orange/yellow and hui for green/blue/purple), while the Inuit reportedly have 17 different words for white alone (which are modified by different snow conditions). India is renowned for being one of the world’s most colourful countries, from the vast selection of colourful spices to the incredible colour on display on people; the clothes are rainbow mix of saris and cloth in every colour imaginable. In Colombia, traditional dress is made up of vibrant blues, reds, yellows, oranges and other bold and bright colours. The country even has a River of Five Colours; a veritable liquid rainbow. Moving around Southern and Central America, colours are everywhere – Brazil is an explosion of colour and celebrates colour from the clothes to the buildings; Rio de
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Janeiro is awash with colour from the streets to the people. Spain has had remarkable influence on many of the South American and some Central American countries; with frills and extravagant flowing dresses expressive head wear and other very Spanish styles. In Hawaii, colourful garlands are worn to represent all manner of happy celebration; clothing may be sparse in colour, but they make up for it with floral, colourful abundance. In Africa, traditional fabrics are bold in patterns and colour; beads and jewellery are made to be vibrant and expressive … The world over is a feast of colour and the more colour it would seem, the more vibrancy and freedom of the nation. Colour is a celebration, a reflection of mood, tradition, source (some countries are blessed with plants and other natural ingredients that can create the most incredible colour dyes), time of year and notable dates as well as other countries’ cultural influences. There are all sorts of reasons that countries choose to tone up rather than tone down their colourful attire but one thing is the same, wearing colour brings about a feeling of expression and freedom. So, whilst we might opt for a safe ‘LBD’ (little black dress) to feel our very best, in some countries that just wouldn't do at all; probably more little boring dress than anything attractive! In Western society we are far more concerned with what’s in trend than necessarily the colours that make us feel good. So, for the conformists amongst you, those who do have the freedom to wear whatever they like but still go for something muted, you can have your colour fix too – just wear some brightly coloured underwear or a pair of Theresa May specials … and see how you feel!
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The Experience Economy, circa 2016 The best things in life aren’t things.
From tiny tots to the oldest of humans, we all seem keen to invest into the diverse and exciting experience economy. As our abilities and wishes evolve and we are enabled to try out some of the most wild and intrepid adventures and escapades; across the world people are diving off the highest cliff faces (with or without a ‘chute!), climbing the tallest peaks, flying off ramps, scaling tall buildings and all sorts of other crazy pursuits. A level of crazy down from such excitement, you might find the less hyped types who are willing to journey far and wide to test out some of the most precious of food delicacies that the world has to offer; sitting in the most renowned restaurants and experience tasting, eating and food culture by way of a less adrenaline fuelled adventure. There are lots of experiences out there; and everyone is different – the fact is that as a human race we are ever more
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interested in finding things that amuse or fulfil us, excite us, ignite us and provide us with memories. We are favouring this over physical, actual things. Hurrah. Isn’t it good to know – the best things in life aren’t things at all; they’re the memories that make us, the thoughts and actions that shape us, the people that build (and break) us and the positive impact we can make on the environment and loved ones around us. From freedom and fun to
experiencing situations that we learn from, this growing economy of experiences could be the hopeful balance to counteract the consumer capitalism that has shaped the last few decades, as more and more ‘stuff ’ has become available to us at the mere click of a button. A Harvard report by Joseph Pine and James H. Gilmore back in 1998 recognises ‘The
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Experience Economy’ in a more practical light, and in fact since that report, it might be fair to say that the notion has turned somewhat on its head. Thanks to a new generation of thinkers and doers, communicators and conscientious folk, the demand for experience isn’t so much due to availability of services (experiences) as shown in the report in 1998. The nineties report was based on the analogy of a birthday cake where it noted that in the fifties a mother would bake their child’s cake from scratch, using all the individual ingredients, evolving over time to being able to buy instant cake mix, to then purchasing a pre-made cake from a shop and to nowadays, where the vast majority of mums outsource the entire birthday party to a business (themed restaurant and the likes) who will stage a memorable birthday experience, inclusive of the cake. OK, so mass-produced, staged experiences aren’t the stuff that dreams are made of sure, but … today’s discerning consumer is wiser, individualistic, expectant and able to buy products and services from virtually anywhere
in the world. In fact, the guy who went in to space, Dennis Tito, the world's first ‘space tourist’ bought a seat aboard a Russian spacecraft in 2001, it allegedly cost him nearly 20 million dollars. So, anywhere in the world, and beyond; you can literally do anything (spending money depending!).
study by Dr. Thomas Gilovich, a psychology professor at Cornell University, reached a powerful and straightforward conclusion: don’t spend your money on things. The trouble with things is that the happiness they provide fades quickly. Very true - furthermore, although we
Economies are determined by the consumers who buy into them; from agriculture ‘back in the day’ to e-commerce featuring boldly in today’s economic landscape - the booming experience economy is now something to behold as an audacious shift in consumer preference, especially as the millennial generation makes its mark as a major contributing consumer in today’s society. Frankly, there is no exchange rate on happiness - you literally cannot buy it as a physical ‘thing,’ you can however, buy happy experiences and if you are short of cash, experiences can still be plenty, with a bit of imagination and wanderlust, the world can be your playground and your life can be filled with experiences if you take the time to notice.
may feel connected to our material things, they do not make up who we are (status symbols and the likes are really just temporary company for ego); experiences on the other hand; they become a part of who we are. As Dr. Gilovich quite poignantly said, ‘We are the sum total of our experiences…’. So whilst you may feel like your brand new Fit-Bit has changed your life, it hasn’t, but running a marathon for charity really would.
It is proven that investing in experiences and not ‘things’ is good for your wellbeing in a huge and almost vital way. A 20-year
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From sky-diving grannies to culinary adventurers, travellers, culture lovers, celebrators of life and fun and the general population of people who are wising up to the fact that things can't and don’t make us truly happy – congratulations on your share purchase in the booming experience economy. You won’t be disappointed with your yield.
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Could Soil be our Real Medicine? WORDS: Glyn Mitchell, CEO, Promessa Soil
Could Hippocrates have been wrong when he proclaimed, "Let food be thy medicine"? This is not to say that food isn't important to our health, although it might be the soil where food is grown, that offers us the real medicine ... Move past the reports that soil is a risky substance, filled with pathogenic yeast, antibiotic-resistant bacteria, radon, heavy metals and pesticides, and you will uncover a growing, collection of research that paints soil in a very different light. These studies prove that soil, or at least microbial diverse soil, can be beneficial to our health. Using DNA sequencing technology, agronomists have recently established that soil, teeming with a wide diversity of life (especially bacteria, fungi, protozoa and nematodes), is more likely to produce nutrient-dense food. Of course, this makes sense when you understand that it is the cooperation between bacteria, fungi,
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and plants' roots (collectively referred to as the rhizosphere) that is where the transfer of simple sugars (liquid carbon) takes place; this in return for minerals and nutrients from the sand, silts and clays on which the crop and healthy people depend. Fertilisers make plants lazy and unhealthy so agrochemicals have to be deployed to protect them. It’s like feeding a child nutritionally poor food day in, day out; the child will survive but become increasingly dependant on medication and supplements. Fertilisers and agrochemicals can have the same effect, but with wider environmental consequences.
So given the nutrient flow from soil microbes to human beings, the ideal is would be to boost and diversify microbe life in the soil. But how? Studies consistently show that ecological farming consistently produces a greater microbial biomass and larger diversity than conventional chemical farming. Ecological farming or agroecofarming champions sustainable methods such as: • Cover cropping • Minimal ploughing • Rotating crops • Conserving water • Reducing the use of chemicals (synthetic or natural)
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PICTURED HERE: PAGE LEFT: Agroecological farming at Anneville Farm Jersey ABOVE LEFT: Pests attacking the weaker plants – nettles ABOVE RIGHT: Crops pull more atmospheric carbon into the soil when beneficial microbes are present • Recycling all aerobic (nice smelling) animal and vegetable waste back into the land in the form of manure and microbe rich compost. Much of this research supports what traditional farmers around the world have long known to be true; the more ecologically we farm, the more nutrients we harvest. Of course this is all very new – and to many, somewhat disorienting. Traditional training suggests that our internal bacteria belong to a private club and that they have nothing to do with the microbes in our external environment. Pathogens such as salmonella or E. coli might pass through, for example when we suffer from food poisoning or other infections, but their influence was considered to be transient – albeit occasionally devastating. Now that we can sequence the DNA of an entire microbiome, using a technique called metagenomics, we're beginning
to connect the dots and we're discovering that genetic swaps can take place between our microbiome and the outside world, particularly the places where our food is grown. Impressed by the increasing evidence that our health depends on healthy soil, I hope people reading this will understand that food grown in well-treated soil offers distinct advantages. Of course, identifying the best food can be tricky since organic certification, while certainly a helpful guide, does not always lead us to the healthiest farms or healthiest produce. Many certified organic farms do qualify as ecological, and some large-scale farms with this certification still till deeply and use approved pesticides; both practices damage soil and the microbes in it. On the other hand, there are farmers who can't afford organic certification who are implementing the practices of agroecofarming shown to produce a rich soil and a thriving microbial
population that transcends organic. Now that Promessa Soil is working with Jersey farmers, nutritionally healthy food is becoming more available, it’s easy to identify a higher nutritionally healthy food because it is sweeter tasting, with lower nitrate and water content, lower freezing point and better storage attributes (less likely to rot). It’s impossible to have healthy food if you apply fungicides and other cides. Cides mean to kill, if farmers kill the life in the soil, it’s just not possible for the crops to access the nutrients and minerals required to sustain a healthy population. The statistics speak for themselves, just look at the increasing cases of diabetes, mental illness, celiac, obesity, cancer, etc, alongside biodiversity extinctions recently reported on in the JEP, all linked to the health of what should be our biggest asset: SOIL.
More info: www.regensoil.com
RegenSoil is a Jersey based company that specialises in improving the soil to help better plant growth. They only use methods that are natural, organic and sustainable, aiming to eradicate the need for the use of chemicals and artificial enhancement products such as insecticides and fertilisers by replacing them with beneficial organisms that perform the same functions in a sustainable way.
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Once Upon a Flame ... Since the dawn of modern human evolution we have been drawn to the flame, entranced by its dancing flicker, lighting once darkened pockets of mystery generating much needed warmth after a cold days hunting and cooking (attempting at least) whatever we may have scavenged from that kill. We are the only animals that can make fire. This little flame, dainty and fleeting, in as much as it can easily be extinguished, can also bring untold destruction with its immense power. We have admiration and respect for this life giver and life taker. The flame is important to all humans. Fortunately for many of us our hunting and survival skills do not need to be on par with Bear Grylls whilst traversing the wilds of Waitrose fruit and veg section on a Saturday (the car park though is obviously an evolutionary experiment still in full tack!) Today we have much more refined ways of enjoying our flamed friend, a beautifully scented candle can be incredibly uplifting from a day in the office. Candles are used in spas across the world and for very good reason,
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they are comforting and relaxing, infused with the perfect balance of scent, the right scented candle is joyfully atmospheric and a useful presence. Kota Candles wonderfully hand crafts such opulent treasures. Blended using soy wax, not the very unhealthy paraffin wax that the majority of the worlds candle manufacturers wilfully use, Kota Candles lovingly creates some of the most sumptuous smells on the market and what’s better is that they are made right here in Jersey!
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We went to meet the founder of Kota Candles, Daisy Fernandes, who told us her story … Candles have been something that I have enjoyed and worked with for many years. As a therapist, the first thing I would do to set the mood and create atmosphere would be to light candles, I enjoy the ritual of it as well as the benefits. I had bought a few very well known brands and been disappointed so many times … why was the glass black, why did it burn so quickly, why does the smell disappear before I’d even got it home! Once I started making my own as a hobby I realised that anyone can make a candle, but to make a really good candle, well there is a science to it. Years later and after many, many candles, my hobby is now my passion and my business. All our candles are hand poured here in Jersey by myself, using a sustainable soy wax, premium grade fragrance oils infused with essential oils and all our glass containers are refillable. Currently there are eight scents, some will change with the seasons and some will stay as they become too popular to say goodbye to! Our newest scent Woodstock is perfect for this season, with notes of cedarwood, patchouli, vertiver, incense and infused with aromatic wood smoke, it reminds me of cosying up by the fire, bonfire nights and festival camps. We also have a limited edition seasonal candle called “JOY” it comes in a beautiful gold jar and scented with sweet apple, cinnamon and vanilla.
Inspiration comes from many different places, it can be from friends, family, talking to my customers, places I have travelled to, food, music or simply a walk in nature. The names will reflect the scent, Bardot’s Boudoir – tobacco flower, bergamot, black pepper, roasted nutmeg, rock rose and patchouli; a chic and sophisticated fragrance with delphinium petals which add a romantic look.
We also offer a bespoke service which I really enjoy, we can personalise the candles for your wedding and other events with your names, date and chosen scent to perfectly complement your special day. Kota Candles are stocked in a number of selected retail outlets in Jersey, including Chi Chi Boutique, Mark Howe Flowers, The Windmill, Up and Above, Ooh la la Flowers – Designs by Lucie, with more to come very soon. Why not visit to see and smell them for yourself !
More info: www.kotacandles.com
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GymClub
Flexible, short-term access to the Island’s best gyms and spas WORDS: Emily Gallichan, Manager, GymClub
In a recent survey, ‘health’ was ranked a close second to ‘the economy’ in a list of the top worries affecting the British population and with 1.7 alternative to the traditional model. We’re an online healthbillion people downloading health-based apps on their mobile devices based membership service; in the past year alone; it’s safe to say that we’re becoming more health providing short-term access aware. It’s fortunate then, that Jersey is a great place to live for the healthto the best quality health conscious individual; we’re blessed with scenic walking routes, a fantastic venues. There’s no registration fee or long-term commitment range of exercise groups and a wide variety of extremely high-quality and members can put gyms and spas. Regardless of which parish you live in, you’re generally involved their subscription on hold at guaranteed that a luxury health venue isn’t too far around the corner. any time. Plans are affordable Despite the statistics above, only 13% of the British population regularly attend a gym and we can generally assume that the proportion is similar here in Jersey. So why do so few people invest in this service, when health and wellbeing is such a primary concern for the population? The short answer is that traditional gym memberships are fantastic but they aren’t for everyone. There are many who are unable to attend the gym on a regular basis, or commit to long-term contracts with a single venue. Numerous people also travel regularly for work; so staying tied to one local gym is not an option. GymClub is a new, Jersey-based company; offering islanders a cost-effective 22
– ranging from a £9 per month pay-as-you-go plan, to an £99 annual payas-you-go plan. When a member wants to visit a gym or spa, they simply top-up their GymClub credit and purchase a pass to the venue, so it’s completely flexible around their lifestyle and commitments. Had a stressful day? If you’re a GymClub member, you can buy a pass to relax at Spa Sirene at the Royal Yacht hotel that evening. Feeling energetic? You could buy a pass to workout at Healthhaus at the Hotel de France. Even if you don’t get around to using your pass when you’d planned to, it’s still valid for 30 days after purchase; so you can use it when you’re ready. GymClub currently list fourteen
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of the best health venues in Jersey, over forty venues on the mainland and we’re planning on expanding to new countries in the near future: so it’s also a service that travels with you.
What is GymClub?
GymClub is an exciting new online health-centric membership service, providing its members with exclusive access to a range of high-quality gym and spa venues in Jersey and the UK. How does it work?
Choose your preferred GymClub membership plan, browse our luxury health venue listings and then purchase a pass to your chosen health venue. You’ll receive a pass-code via SMS, which you present to the venue when you visit. Then simply enjoy the highquality facilities that the pass entitles you to use. What are the main benefits of GymClub? Exclusive access – Visit high-end gym and spa venues
that you wouldn’t ordinarily be able to access without buying an annual membership or staying in a hotel. A service that travels with you – GymClub is in the
It’s not only individuals who are becoming more health aware; many companies are also starting to recognise the link between regular exercise and increased productivity, and reduced absenteeism. And with three out of five people citing ‘benefits and perks’ as one of the top five things that they look for when considering a new role, HR departments are also starting to consider health and wellbeing benefits in the workplace as a tool to attract new talent and aid employee retention. However, private gym memberships in Jersey cost between £520 and £2,000 per year, so unfortunately many employers can’t afford to offer this benefit to their workforce. GymClub offers Corporate memberships at a beneficial rate (starting from only £4pm per employee) and provide the additional option to credit employee accounts regularly or ad-hoc as a reward for good performance. There’s no doubt that private gym memberships are an important tool for helping islanders achieve a healthy lifestyle – but if you’re one of those who find that the traditional model doesn’t work for you, don’t let that prevent you from investing in your health and wellbeing. You could register today and be at your preferred club this evening!
More info: www.gymclub.com
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process of signing venues worldwide and will soon be expanding into new locations. If you travel for business, or go on holiday – you'll get short-term access to the best quality health venues in the area you’re visiting.
No buy-in / No tie-in – Unlike a regular gym
membership, there’s no joining fee or lock-in period; you’re free to put your membership on hold at any time.
Variety – Taste-test a wide range of fantastic facilities or just spice up your fitness routine; change your venue as often as you’d like. Flexibility – A GymClub membership is flexible
around your lifestyle; you only pay when you want to visit a gym or spa, so you don't lose value when other commitments prevent you from working out. With membership rates starting at only £9 per month, GymClub is a cost-effective alternative to traditional gym memberships for those who won’t be using the gym on a daily basis.
Offers for members – Some of the venues offer
exclusive deals and perks; just for GymClub members. Check out the offers section of the GymClub website to see what's new and keep an eye out for ‘Membership benefits’ on venue pages for exclusive perks and discounts.
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A Career in Happiness - Helping People Transform Their Lives Wellbeing, holistic health, and work–life balance aren’t just trending phrases these days, but mantras for most people. From Mothers to Investment Bankers, as the speed of technology and stresses of daily life increase, so does the interest in wellbeing. The faster paced life becomes, the greater the interest from people in a more natural approach to health. With changing attitudes comes opportunity. There’s now an unprecedented demand for qualified holistic practitioners. From health and life coaching, to personal training and acupuncture, the burgeoning wellbeing industry is varied and rewarding. After all, what could be better than a career in making people feel happier and healthier!
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Aware of the long-term effects of antibiotics overuse and recognising the limitations of modern medicine, the importance of preventative health care is finally entering the awareness of the masses. These days, everyone seems to be turning to natural therapies, with people visiting spas and holistic health practitioners to ease tension, fight disease
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and cope with chronic pain. Whether reprogramming with hypnotherapy, or seeking help with diet and exercise, balancing the mind, body and spirit is no longer restricted to the yogis of the world.
“ A fabulous alternative to the standard nine to five, the holistic healthcare industry often offers flexible working arrangements far removed from the standard office environment and a fulfilling career path, in a profession that can transform people’s lives.”
Are you the active type, who likes to be constantly on the move? Focussing on the synergy between our emotions, movements and overall wellbeing, physical mind-bodyspirit disciplines like Somatic Movement and Yoga are perfect for the more physical among us who have a keen interest in how movement connects with good health.
Maybe you harbour a secret fascination with the healing properties of herbs? If you love plants and feel a communion with nature, then herbalism or homeopathy may interest you; seeking a connection between the wellbeing of our external and internal ecosystems, experts treat conditions with plant-based remedies.
Calming, nurturing types might enjoy studying massage, with therapies ranging from Shiatsu or Swedish styles, to the more complex Neuromuscular Therapy and Hawaiian Lomi-Lomi. Studying massage can open a world of options, with travel lovers adoring the resort opportunities after qualifying.
If you’re passionate about food, love spending time in the kitchen and want to educate people about healthy diets, you could also consider helping people make healthy eating choices, diagnose allergies and food sensitivities by training as a nutritionist or dietician,
You could also look at energy healing. Exploring the lines of the body that maintain internal balance and heal ailments, Reiki, Medical Qigong and Acupuncture practitioners focus on the energetic forces that control our bodies, working to cultivate ‘qi’ - the vital life force enabling healthy and vitality.
With cutting edge positions being defined all the time, there’s something to suit every passion. A fabulous alternative to the standard nine to five, the holistic healthcare industry often offers flexible working arrangements far removed from the standard office environment and a fulfilling career path, in a profession that can transform people’s lives.
More info: www.wellbeingworld.je
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Transforming Workplace Wellness: Practical Strategies to Inspire Sustainable Change By Margaret Stockley RN CWPC, CWC, RYT Publisher: Alva Glen Press (8 February 2016)
Transforming Workplace Wellness: Practical Strategies to Inspire Sustainable Change provides the latest evidence-based information needed to create and maintain a successful holistic wellness programme. As change agents, members of the wellness team are charged with developing creative strategies that inspire, engage, and initiate positive behaviour change. The result is an immensely readable book that provides innovative content and practical takeaways for today’s wellness programmes. It offers a practical, mainstream approach that will appeal to a broad range of professionals who can benefit from reading this book, regardless of the size of their organisation or industry. In addition to expanding on the methodology and business processes, Transforming Workplace Wellness includes: Evidence-based strategies to motivate and engage employees and assist teams who are developing a new programme as well as those who want to incorporate fresh ideas to an existing programme.
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Programme components, incentives, coaching, work-flow, and data evaluation to improve the performance of interventions. 101 low-to-no-cost ideas to support and promote a strategy for organisational effectiveness and economic resilience, plus an index of resources.
What They Said:
Setting up a workplace wellness plan gives an organisation the opportunity to “change the lives” of their employees in a way that will impact their health and wellbeing forever. It’s a way to “give back” and reward the productivity and loyalty of their employees and create a culture
of community within the company. In return, employers will have more engaged and productive employees. The book highlights the importance of having a workplace wellness programme and why it is important for every company to invest in the health and wellbeing of their employees. The benefits for employers are obvious. This book equips teams to be creative in their methodology and combine winning content with engaging interventions. This, together with the local hands-on consultancy services available through WellBeing At Work and its wellbeing practitioners will ensure you adopt the most relevant strategies for your employees, helping you to develop wellbeing initiatives that work for them and for your business.
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Unseen Chronic Illness Just because you can’t see it, doesn’t mean it isn’t there WORDS: Lucy Sanderson
As far as promoting wellbeing in the workplace, we are all over that in spades – but what about people who are struggling with unseen illness or pain at work? The fact is, 96% of people who are resisted as disabled, have some form of unseen illness; but just because you can’t see it, doesn't mean it isn’t there. The effects of unseen illness can be severe; diabetes, Crohn’s disease, various cancers, mental illnesses and a whole host of other issues all come with various symptoms and severities which can make the workplace a tricky terrain indeed.
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Add to that the worry and stress associated with living with chronic pain or tiredness and you’re work and everything else will take its toll. Unseen illness comes with no obviousness – without a wheelchair or hearing aid, for example, able bodied people can be oblivious and quite often, unable to empathise. This isn’t to suggest that people are mean spirited or cruel intentionally, by and large it is society’s lack of understanding that’s at the heart of the problem. We just don’t know what our colleagues are going through, so what can we do to help? A business needs to make money; employees need to be productive in order for this to happen; and employers have a duty of care to their staff to ensure they can carry out their duties without impinging on their health. In today’s workplace there are guidelines and rules to protect people from discrimination based on illness or disability – but day to day, employers and other employees should be encouraged to show compassion for their comrades. People don’t necessarily want to share details of their personal medical information with everyone on the floor, so the best thing to do is never assume. Symptoms of fatigue and pain can easily be misconstrued as laziness or lack of effort; personal issues with those who suffer from bladder or gut problems may need to use the bathroom more often – this too has been misconstrued as workshy behaviour, according to some of the many forums where people head to air their problems with others suffering the same. Living with unseen illness is no easy task ... Everyday situations at work can be made almost unbearable and some people struggle to get to work in the first place.
Blogger, Dana Trentini, aka Hypothyroid Mom sums it up perfectly, “Many humans take for granted that they will wake up feeling ‘normal,’ go to work, go see friends, go to their child’s sports game – same as always. For someone battling a chronic illness, you just don’t know. Instead of planning, it’s more like ‘hoping.’ You ‘hope’ you wake up feeling ok, you ‘hope’ you can make it through work … and each event takes its toll on your energy and health. You cannot predict the day before how you will feel. So the world makes plans and prepares for events and you … ‘hope’ to be a part of them.”
“A business needs to make money; employees need to be productive in order for this to happen; and employers have a duty of care to their staff to ensure they can carry out their duties without impinging on their health.”
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In 2002, Unseen Illness Awareness week was set up to give people a voice; a chance to be heard and for society to learn and understand what its like for someone to deal with the daily struggles that unseen illnesses can cause. Diseases such as Lupus, mental health disorders, fibromyalgia, diabetes, chronic fatigue syndrome and other autoimmune diseases are faced by almost half of us and a great number of sufferers can work for years before even being diagnosed. Diagnosis generally means a course of action; medication and certain solutions to some symptoms – however, diagnosis cannot necessarily determine how to cope at work. By having a sympathetic person at the helm of these situations in the office or workplace, someone who has compassion and a thorough
knowledge of the company’s plan for employees with specific needs, the workplace needn’t be a place of dread, it can be a place of nurture and support. The needs of people who are struggling with any form of invisible illness at work aren't ‘special,’ no special treatment is asked for, only their right to have their needs met to the best of their employer’s ability. Knowing our colleagues can really help tackle the stigmas and problems surrounding unseen illness in the workplace and being mindful of comments like, ‘But you LOOK so good, you can’t be that ill …’ No doubt well intentioned, but belittling someone’s illness is a sure fire way of causing them real upset and concern. Many people who voice their own experiences online mention the awkward comments that undermine their effort and their experience – again, never assume. For people who are dealing with invisible illness in work, it’s important to enlighten your colleagues where necessary – the ins and outs and upside downs don’t need to be hammered out in graphic detail, but by sharing the crux of your illness and symptoms its more likely that colleagues, bosses and peers at work can help rather than hinder. Making an invisible illness visible is the best way to secure support in any element of life, but at work it’s all the more important. Occupational health professionals are ideal for businesses who want to understand more about their employees’ needs. Seeking out advice to ensure you can maximise the potential of your team can make the world of difference to both your business and the person who is suffering from an invisible illness.
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Thrive with Arianna!
And Richard Branson has his finger on the pulse too …
One might say the wellbeing industry is BOOMING. It is certainly top of the agenda for two of the world’s most influential business minds. Championing their brands of wellbeing have been stringent strategies for both Arianna Huffington and Sir Richard Branson and we’re thrilled to see it derives from the core values of their respective businesses – is there any other way to promote such a genuine objective? Better wellbeing goes hand in hand with a better bottom line, and these two are flying the flag with the gusto of Mel Gibson in Braveheart, to encourage other businesses to join them in their quest to make the working world a little bit better; in turn, bringing about a happier, healthier, more productive workforce. There is no doubt that it’s a savvy business move; tapping into
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‘corporate wellness’, an industry estimated to be worth a staggering $41billion – although the Global Wellness Institute reports that only 9% of the 3billion plus global workers have access to some type of workplace wellness programme. A long road ahead, therefore, but with trailblazing business leaders such as Sir Richard Branson and Arianna Huffington kick starting inclusive wellness programmes and setting
forth a plan to beat stress, hopefully more businesses will be encouraged to jump on the wellbeing bandwagon. The topic needs to become an integral part of the workplace; wellbeing at work is more than just the correct chair … although that’s a good start. Always being at the forefront of emerging industry takes foresight (obviously) and a heap of dedication and faith in what you happen to be trailblazing. Virgin has, since its inception, been a pioneer in global workforce wellbeing (amongst other things) and The Huffington Post (producing local and international online media editions), had an entire section dedicated to the topics of wellbeing called The Third Metric. Both Sir Richard and Ms Huffington have always expressed their
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commitment to the wellbeing cause and have now put their money where their mouth is in new ventures from each camp. Sir Richard Branson’s ‘Virgin Pulse,’ offers a digital solution to businesses wanting to promote, track and maintain better wellbeing for employees and the businesses who adopt it. And Arianna Huffington has recently announced that she is stepping down from The Huffington Post to dedicate the rest of her life to ‘Thrive Global’. She started down this path with her books, ‘Thrive’ and ‘The Sleep Revolution’, and Thrive Global will soon introduce a whole array of ‘curated commerce’ products, from candles to pillows and mattresses, food supplements and technology – a science-based integrated view of the whole human is attached to every product. The business of better wellbeing is certainly booming. As Arianna so pointedly suggests, “For far too long we have been operating under a collective delusion that burning out is the necessary price for achieving success. This couldn’t be less true. All the latest science is conclusive that, in fact, not only is there no trade off between living a well-rounded life and high performance, but performance is actually improved when we prioritise our health and wellbeing. It’s time to move from knowing what to do to actually doing it.” Hear, hear Ms Huffington. Performance is based on productivity and how can we be productive if our workplace is counter-productive to our wellbeing? The answer is, we can’t. Closer to home, the Channel Islands has its own pioneer for wellbeing in the form of WellBeing World and very own champion for wellbeing in the workplace: WellBeing At Work.
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Creating WellBeing World was always going to feature a strong focus on wellbeing at work – our Founder, Beverley’s own background was in the corporate sector before she saw the value of helping her own health and wellbeing, and as her WellBeing World brand has risen and shaken its tail feather, many of the Channel Islands’ businesses, large and small, have adopted a more proactive approach to wellbeing in their own places of work with consultation, advice and strategy from WellBeing At Work and its team of experts.
is something that all businesses should all be doing. Encouraging a happy, healthy workforce might even start with you; being frazzled is not productive for anyone. Whether your company looks to offer flexible hours, have healthier food on offer in the office, or an entire employee wellness programme, now is the time to bring your workforce’s wellbeing to the forefront. If it’s good enough for Sir Richard and Arianna, it’s certainly good enough for us.
The steep and fast trajectory of the wellbeing industry means that businesses need to keep up. In order to do so, it’s as important to measure the success and change of adopting a proactive wellbeing solution as it is to actually implementing it. The metrics are key to understanding the benefits of encouraging better workplace wellbeing and striving to coordinate better employee wellness into day to day work life. Above all, workplace wellness initiatives need to be measured, researched and acted upon, over and over. Staying tuned to new workplace wellbeing initiatives and programmes
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Stress Management Redefined. Stress is a fact of life. It may exist at home or at work, for many of us when we feel that circumstances or our workload is out of our control. If we ignore the warning signs of excessive pressure, then we can quickly move into fatigue and exhaustion – either mentally, physically or both. The journey from exhaustion to burnout is a very short one if stress is continuous for an extended period of time. It is a fact that our body can break down in a similar way to our car. You service your car every year because you know you need to rely on it. So how is it different for your body? Imagine that stress is the red light flashing on your dashboard – when you see it, you must take action otherwise the system will start to crash like an electricity overload will cause a power failure. In both cases, the output required must be related to the input resourced. A flashlight with a fully charged battery can
last many hours – whilst one with a depleted power source will fail just when you need it most. And in most cases, an individual who suffers from burnout will never be quite the same again because vital systems will have been permanently damaged. There is still a stigma about mental health issues in the workplace, and despite greater awareness, there are those who don’t fully appreciate the impact of excessive pressure – on themselves or on others in their team.
It is everyone’s responsibility to find out how to: Prevent pressure turning into stress Learn how to recognise its cause and effect Know what interventions are available Identify ways to increase individual resilience Seek immediate help if stress is impacting your health or that of your colleagues The team at WellBeing At Work can help point you in the right direction. You owe it to yourself – and your business.
More info: www.wellbeingworld.je
Local firms WellBeing At Work, ASL Executive Services, Rossborough Healthcare and Future Health, with the support of Ogier, Elian and Standard Bank, are coming together to hold the first-ever St Helier Roadshow to promote workplace wellness, on Wednesday, 2nd November to mark National Stress Awareness Day 2016. Held annually on the first Wednesday in November, the day was originally created in 1998 by the International Stress Management Association (ISMA) to ensure that the topic of stress, its cause and prevention, would remain high on the national agenda. Presenting on the latest on employee wellbeing; a holistic approach to leadership; and the financial benefits of getting it right, the sessions are designed for HR Professionals and Line Managers – and held in three locations at a choice of three different times. More info at: www.wellbeingworld.je 32
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Mental Illness – Trust me, I Get It. It IS Good to Talk!! WORDS: A Sixteen Year Old WellBeing World Reader
“I get it. You think you are alone, but you aren’t. I can assure you now you aren’t. You see, I know what it’s like, and I know it’s hard. You feel like there is no-one to help, you feel like no-one cares, and most of all you feel like no-one understands. But, they do! People will understand what it is like living with an eating disorder, depression or anxiety if you talk. I’ve lived with all of the above for a while. In 2014, I experienced the most lonely, cramped, dark period of my life so far. I can’t explain the pain I went through. I used to trap myself in my bedroom and just feel so morose and unhappy. Multiple issues triggered my emotions and I bottled up all my thoughts and feelings until they piled on top of each other. My feelings and emotions got the best of me as I attempted to end my life. I ended up in hospital twice for suicidal attempts and self-harm. The thoughts going through your mind somewhat don’t even make sense. Seeing my mum’s reaction after we spoke about all of my emotions and actions broke my heart to pieces and I can assure you now, if you are feeling somewhat close to how I was feeling, tell someone! It also felt like a massive weight had been lifted. She didn’t shout and she didn’t judge – she listened. It is so much better when someone knows. People care. So many people care about you. I thought no-one cared about me, but I have never been so wrong in my life. I don’t feel sorry for myself at all because I understand everyone has rough days and everyone feels almost deflated at times but is it right for someone to feel so dispirited for months? I was low and I will never be that low again. During my time of depression, I also suffered from purging bulimia. I used to rarely eat full meals and if I did I would be sick, and I also would binge eat sweets, crisps and chocolate and force myself to be sick. It didn’t help one bit. In fact, it made me feel worse about myself. Your body needs food and if you are forcing yourself to be sick, you are going to make your body feel physically worse
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in addition to your mental health. If you feel fat, ugly or worthless, just take a look at yourself in the mirror and learn to love for yourself for how amazing you are on the inside. Happiness comes from loving yourself. I describe depression as if you are trapped; trapped in a room in the dark and you know there is a light switch in this room, and you are trying your hardest to search around for the switch but on the way you stumble and you fall and you can physically hurt yourself too. Hurting yourself isn’t the answer. Self-harm is not a way to get yourself out of depression, it is a way of instant relief, a distraction from all of it, but in the worst possible way. It is almost like a blackout. I have experienced self-harm and if I showed you my arms and legs, if you stared at them closely you would see the remains of the harm two years on. They do leave scars, but those scars are battle wounds. They show that you made it out okay. They show that you made it out a survivor. Self-harm isn’t the best way to relieve yourself from your low-spirits. Focus on being creative; you can write about your feelings, blast music and sing and cry as loud as you can. Depression, anxiety, and eating disorders are nothing to be embarrassed about. The key to making yourself feel better is telling people and letting people help you through it. Happiness will come to you if you let it. Learn to love yourself as everyone is different and unique. I came through it and now I am happier than ever so you can! When your body gets ill with a cold and flu sometimes, and it can be cured, right? So does your brain! Your brain gets ill sometimes, and needs curing! You’ve just got to let the right people help cure you. Stay strong!
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A Light at the End of the Tunnel WORDS: Denise Guegan Member Experience Adviser, Healthhaus
If you’d have asked me two years ago what I would be doing today, I would never have believed my life could have changed so much in such a relatively short space of time. I remember my illness overwhelming me in September 2014. It had been building up, only I hadn’t seen the signs. When stress and depression take control, it’s hard to see anything clearly. Eventually, it’s like an elastic band that finally breaks or a volcano that erupts, and you are left to deal with the aftermath. At that time, I couldn’t imagine ever being that happy, outgoing, confident person I was in my 30s, again. Every day it was a struggle just to make it out of the front door. The hardest part was admitting I was ill with ‘stress’ and ‘depression’. I considered it to be a weakness to admit that I had been overwhelmed by this illness until I started to read up about it. The statistics state that 1 in 4 people will struggle with mental health issues in their lifetime. It was a light-bulb moment; I wasn’t alone
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and perhaps if I was open about the illness, it might help me on my road to recovery. This was the best decision I made in those ‘dark’ days. When you are struggling with mental health issues, you really need to hold on to the positives. For me, it was finding out that family and genuine friends were there, never judging, just listening and giving me the time I needed to sort myself out and get well again. I was also extremely lucky to have excellent support from the
medical profession and a wonderful counsellor. It was hard accepting that I needed a counsellor at first, even though I could hardly get a word out in between all the tears in the first few sessions. However, over time I realised the benefits of talking and trying to bottom out what had caused my mind to shut down. I also consider myself extremely lucky to have been an existing member of Healthhaus. I have always attended a gym and tried to keep fit, but as my
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work/life balance was totally out of control, I used to resent trying to fit in a gym session. It became a chore, something which I did really early in the morning or after a hard day at work. Eventually, my car started driving straight past the turning to the Club as I really couldn’t face the ‘chore’ of keeping fit. Yet, in the early days of my illness, having a facility such as Healthhaus where I could go every day was a lifeline. It became my second home; I regularly visited the Milon Circle, tried out lots of different classes, attended Lifestyle Talks about mindfulness and wellbeing, and relaxed around the pool. Over time, not only did my physical health improve, but my emotional health as well. I also invested in a Personal Trainer – two years on and I’m still working with him; I can honestly say I enjoy every single session I attend. Depression is a difficult illness to overcome in that it takes time – there is no quick fix. Some days I would hit rock bottom for no reason at all. At first I found that very
hard to deal with; now, I accept that there will be days which present challenges, but equally there are days when every single moment is filled with joy. I’ve learnt to live in the present – no more worrying about what has happened or what might happen; I’m just getting on with living life on a day to day basis. Trust me, it’s much less complicated.
“Now, I accept that there will be days which present challenges, but equally there are days when every single moment is filled with joy.” The biggest challenge for me this year has been getting back into the workplace. I had taken time out to get better, but there were still bills to be paid. I knew that I needed to find a different kind of job to the stressful one which had led to my breakdown. Starting again in my 50s has been a much bigger challenge than I imagined it would be. Friends told me that it would take time and that I had to be resilient, but I never imagined how resilient. However, I
Stressed or Depressed? Know the Difference
Common Signs of Stress* *Mental Health America
Trouble sleeping Feeling overwhelmed Problems concentrating Change in eating habits Feeling nervous or anxious Feeling angry, irritable or easily frustrated Feeling burned out Feeling that you can’t overcome the difficulties in your life Stress is good if it motivates you but it’s bad if it wears you down. Many factors can contribute to the stress you experience, and this stress can cause changes in your body that affect your overall physical, mental and emotional health.
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kept at it, applying for jobs and trying new things. Eventually, I found myself in the right place at the right time – at Healthhaus. I had always told Nathalie La Mottee how much the Club had done for me in terms of holistic health so I was delighted when an opening became available as the Member Experience Adviser. It is my dream job, and one month in, I am actively engaged giving advice
and encouragement to members and especially those who are where I was two years ago. I guess what I’m trying to say is that two years ago I never thought I would ever get better. However, with time I have turned the corner and am living proof that you can recover from stress and depression. It takes time, and it’s not always easy, but I’m in a much better place than I was.
Common Signs of Depression Withdrawing from other people Feeling sad and hopeless Lack of energy, enthusiasm and motivation Trouble making decisions Being restless, agitated and irritable Eating more or less than usual Sleeping more or less than usual Trouble concentrating Trouble with memory Feeling bad about yourself or feeling guilty Anger and rage Feeling you can’t overcome the difficulties in your life Thought of suicide Depression is more serious and long-lasting, and requires a different kind of help. The good news is that it is a highly treatable condition. However, it is not something you can snap out of by yourself, so it is important to seek help. It is always advisable to talk with your GP first.
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Psychotherapy - Help is at Hand… WORDS: Jean Allen, Psychotherapist at The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay)
The aim of psychotherapy is to allow you to explore how you think and feel in a calm, safe, and nonjudgemental environment. It is not about being told how to live your life or for someone to give you advice. You are free to talk about what is important to you. There is no formula to Psychotherapy, and a therapist will work with you according to your needs. Although they may not have first-hand experience of your situation, they will not make assumptions about how you feel or expect you to behave in a certain way. You can be as honest with your therapist as you are able to be. Psychotherapy can be enormously liberating. In everyday situations, many people struggle to say how they really feel. Everyone has been in conversations where they have said that they felt 'fine', when in actual fact they felt anything but. In the therapy room, you can say how you are really feeling, and if you don't know what you are feeling, then that is ok too.
“The purpose of psychotherapy is to set people free.” ~ Rollo May
Other benefits of Psychotherapy may also include less anxiety, clearer life goals, a better understanding of yourself, improved relationships and communication. Psychotherapy is not a magic solution, but it does deal directly with your symptoms. You and your therapist will look at where your beliefs and ideas come from and evaluate how useful these are to you as an adult. If you do choose to change them, your therapist will help you to do this by offering you alternatives and support to help you with your new beliefs.
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With greater understanding you will feel empowered and become more conscious of your thoughts and actions.
FAQ’s with Jean Allen
What issues can therapy help with? Therapy can help with many issues. I am available to work with issues such as bereavement, injury or illness, mild depression, family or relationship issues, anxieties and phobias, work related problems, challenging life changes, stress and mild post-traumatic stress, issues of sexuality, self-image, and identity.
Do I need a specific issue to come to therapy?
Not at all. Some people come with a specific issue, such as a bereavement and some people come with a general feeling of unhappiness or depression. Some people simply come to therapy to find out more about themselves and understand how they (and others behave).
How should I choose a Therapist?
You may wish to contact and meet with several therapists before making a decision. The relationship between client and therapist is at least as important as the therapy so it's vital that you feel comfortable with your therapist.
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What will happen in my first session?
In our initial consultation, which will last approximately 30 minutes and is free of charge, we will discuss your reasons for coming to therapy and your expectations. You will also have the opportunity to ask me any questions you may have. We will also discuss practical matters such as appointment times, frequency and duration of therapy and costs. How long should I come to therapy for? After our initial session and agreeing to work together, I normally ask clients to commit to six sessions, which gives us time to get to know each other and work together. Thereafter we can discuss how to proceed. People have psychotherapy for weeks, months or even years; there is no set prescription. How am I protected as a client? I adhere to the EUROCPS code of ethics, which is available on request. I also have professional indemnity
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insurance and am in regular supervision. Of course I am always happy to discuss any concerns you may have regarding our relationship but if this is not possible, there is also an official complaints procedure.
What about confidentiality?
All sessions are confidential. If, however, you are at risk of harming yourself or others, or if a crime has been committed, I may be required to inform the relevant authority. In these rare cases, I would aim to discuss the situation with you first. As I am also in supervision, clients are discussed on a no-name basis in a confidential setting with a qualified supervisor. This is standard practice to ensure I continue to offer you the highest level of service. Should you have any concerns regarding confidentiality, I will be happy to discuss them with you.
For a FREE Consultation please call The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) on: +44 (0) 1534 633060. More info: www.the-wellness-centre.com
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Develop an Attitude of Gratitude WORDS: Alan Kiley Treatment Director, Silkworth Charity Group
In the process of recovery from an addiction; to a substance, an attitude, or an unhealthy relationship, it is essential to develop newer, healthier thought processes and behaviours which will help reduce the impulsive and compulsive ones that have been present for a long time. Once addiction to these unhealthy processes starts to change, there is a large void which needs filling with healthier processes. One way to begin healing from any addictive lifestyle is to develop a new lifestyle.
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Recovery requires commitment, courage and change. At Silkworth, we follow an abstinence-based recovery programme which enables clients to undertake treatment without using mood-altering chemicals. Whilst we specialise in treatment specifically for alcohol and drug addiction, developing a new process of healthy change can be applied to any addiction or dependency, whether it’s chemical dependency, co-dependency, food, shopping, gambling, sex, etc. One of the healthiest tools in ongoing healthy recoveries and lifestyles is gratitude. There are many necessary tools for recovery: fellowship meetings, healthy relationships, a therapist, a sponsor, a journal, books, etc. but developing an "attitude of gratitude" is one of the simplest daily tools that can support you. Why is gratitude important in recovery? It can help us overcome the tendency to feel lethargic and hopeless; it helps us to hold on to the things we already have and appreciate the life we are giving ourselves a chance to live. Gratitude is part of living in the solution rather than existing in the problem. Gratitude is just as progressive as developing unhealthy attitudes; each one grows depending on which one you choose to focus on. Gratitude offers you hope. Developing an attitude of gratitude takes energy and work, especially to those of us who think we have nothing good in our lives at all. Gratitude can help change the direction of our conditioned, negative thoughts, leading it towards our blessings and strengths. Practicing gratitude can improve our thought processes and again, naturally manifest stronger and positive selfevaluating thoughts. One thing we can always be grateful for is our lives and the quality of our lives. Studies have shown that practicing gratitude helps release endorphins (the feel-good chemical) into our brains. It also helps boost the immune system and increases blood supply to the heart; it increases our energy and
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enthusiasm, leading to healthier sleep patterns. The best way to practice gratitude is to begin a gratitude list. Every morning or evening, get into the practice of writing down whatever you're grateful for that day, even if it’s something as simple as "I’m grateful it hasn't rained". Think about your health, the fact that you’re alive, the weather, your friends, the fact that you’re sober, clothed, fed, etc. Begin by writing at least three things on your list each day. If you can’t do this every morning or evening, then try to do it as often as possible, at least once a week. If you can't feel grateful for what you've got, be grateful for what you haven't got in your life. In addition to being grateful for the external qualities of life you appreciate, you can also be mindful of your own personal qualities that you possess within yourself - do you put yourself on your gratitude list? Are you artistic, patient, kind? Are you good at problem solving, listening, acting? Be grateful for your internal skills, talents and traits. Gratitude can help you become more aware of your own personal assets. Gratitude is altruistic. You “get” through “giving”. Practice gratitude by thanking others. Thank people for being there. Thank them for providing companionship, time, and attention. Thanking is gratitude in action, naturally. Focus on noticing the little things in life that you have overlooked and start appreciating them – the sunshine, the rain, where you live. As you do this, you will be developing an attitude of gratitude. This new process will help sustain you through the difficult times; the times when you're feeling ‘less-than’ and thinking of giving up. What are you grateful for today? When are you starting your list? Silkworth Charity Group is the only Treatment Centre for drug and alcohol addiction in the Channel Islands. Call +44 (0) 1534 729 060 or email info@silkworthlodge.co.uk or visit www.silkworthlodge.co.uk for more information.
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Public Speaking WORDS: Pamela Pitcher Confidence & Clarity
I know reading those two little words have caused some of you some angst. As a confidence & clarity coach I have observed that a great number of people lack confidence with public speaking. If we think about it, what actually is public speaking? It’s having a one-sided conversation with more than one person. It’s one-sided because the speaker is doing most of the talking. The process goes something like this: Think about what you want to convey >>> find the appropriate words >>> place them in order >>> speak those words, add in some body language >>> message conveyed – Voila!
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The process is the same when we speak to others 1:1. So then what’s the difference that stops some people in their tracks when it comes to public speaking? It’s the thought-knot we have created in our mind caused by the anxiety from an endless loop of worry. We worry that we will make a mistake or we will be judged negatively. We worry about what other people think of us.
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“It’s the thought-knot we have created in our mind caused by the anxiety from an endless loop of worry. We worry that we will make a mistake or we will be judged negatively. We worry about what other people think of us.” Some people are exceptional worriers that can drive themselves into a frenzied spiral of negativity and thoughts of ‘I’m not good enough’. For others, their anxiety can manifest itself as a phobia. A phobia is a specialised type of thoughtknot where our fear is irrational and out of proportion. Phobic thinking tends to affect us physically where one can experience increased perspiration, heart palpations, shortness of breath or a butterfly tummy. We develop thought-knots because of the quality of our thinking. We think what we think based on our past conditioning.
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We think what we think is true. If you can have a conversation with someone that demonstrates that you already know the process that is required to speak in public. If you have a thought-knot, it can be unravelled. You can train your brain to go from here to there and stop the endless loop of unproductive thought because you are not your thoughts. You can choose what to think.
More info: www.pamelapitcher.com
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Ageing and Beauty, Life and Death. WORDS: Ann Marie Clarke, Psychotherapist, Therapybreaks
I recently attended a Gestalt Psychotherapy Conference in Sicily with around 1,000 delegates. The sheer scale of the meeting was overwhelming at times but a wonderful opportunity to get a sense of ‘the bigger picture’. Now that it is difficult for me to avoid the fact that I am ‘mid-life’, I was attracted to a workshop titled: Ageing and Beauty, Life and Death. Many of my friends are using fillers, surgery and nonsurgical ‘beauty’ treatments with varying degrees of success and the notion of beauty appears to be increasingly complex. We were shown a variety of photographs of older people in different circumstances and we shared our responses. The recurring themes were: the
increasing importance of relationships with friends, loved ones and our fellow person; the recognition that the ageing process is not easy and deserves our respect; ageing can bring both increasing freedom and comfort as well as an awareness of being limited and experiencing discomfort; ageing can support a greater sense of knowing oneself and acceptance, whilst also challenging us with the reality of being limited by circumstances and death. Loss of health and life can be physically and emotionally painful, a
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reminder for us to have compassion and be grateful for the smallest of things that can support us in our grief and loneliness. The pictures demonstrated the circle of life. We could see joy, health, love, dignity, grief, loss, relationships, helplessness, peace and surrender. As we faced the prospect of our own mortality we found a powerful incentive to live. Yes, there is fear involved in living and dying but the wonder and reality of life and being alive is beautiful.
Mid-life is often the time when we reap the rewards of our efforts and have the opportunity to become more of who we can be. We have acquired wisdom and skills to support our adventure and endeavours, all that is required now is action. There is no time like the present. Now is the time … your time … to shine! Living your life to the full and being all that you can be – at any age – IS beautiful.
Autumn Years… Tears… Fears… I’ve turned 50, one son has left home and left the country, as a teenager the other son prefers not to be around me. Close friends have died and my parents are struggling … Sounds familiar? My hair is greying, my mind and body are changing and I’m not sure how to be ‘me’ anymore … Is this you? Why not join me and a few others, who are in the same phase of life, to explore exactly what it means to be in your ‘Autumn Years’. You will find a safe space in which you can face your fears and possibly shed a few tears as you reflect on the changes you are experiencing. In the process you will find the courage to move beyond your limits and become more of who you can be. I, Ann Marie Clarke of Therapybreaks, am an experienced Psychotherapist who will be running a monthly therapy group, on Saturday mornings, for anyone interested in ‘growing’ as well as ‘surviving’ during this challenging time of life.
Contact annmarie@therapybreaks.com for more details
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How to Bulletproof Your Heart: The Roseto Effect WORDS: Dr John Day, Utah, USA
More than four in 10 Americans will die from a heart attack or other heart problems. Not only is heart disease still the number one killer for both men and women but the same people who suffer from heart problems are also the ones more likely to suffer from Alzheimer’s Disease, strokes, and poor brain function later in life. Is it possible to bulletproof your heart? When I was a medical student at Johns Hopkins in the early 1990s we were all taught the risk factors for heart disease; if you don’t smoke, you don’t have diabetes, your cholesterol and blood pressure are in check, and there is no family history of heart disease then it would be unlikely for you to have a heart attack. As I have progressed further in my career and research I have learned there are more factors at play, perhaps just as important as the big five I was taught in medical school. Welcome to a small mysterious town in Pennsylvania where people seemed to magically be protected from heart problems despite a poor diet, high rates of smoking, high cholesterol, and a lack of exercise. In 1961, at the height of the heart disease epidemic in the U.S., a local Roseto doctor happened to mention to Dr. Stewart Wolf from the University of Oklahoma that heart disease was virtually nonexistent in Roseto. From this chance conversation, outside researchers quickly converged on this small town. With the blessing of the mayor of Roseto, everyone in the village was studied. They collected blood samples, monitored what they ate, and basically how they lived their lives. Researchers poured over every death certificate and interviewed everyone. After spending several years in this small town they had their answer. As reported in the prestigious Journal of the American Medical Association in 1964, and later by Malcolm
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Gladwell in his bestselling book Outliers, Roseto was a small community where people ate all of the wrong foods and had high rates of obesity and smoking, had high cholesterol, breathed toxic fumes from working in the slate quarries, and yet somehow were protected against heart disease. Indeed, the risk of a heart attack in this small Italian village in Pennsylvania was just half as much as the five surrounding towns. You may be wondering, how can you eat all of the wrong foods, gain weight, smoke, and have a high cholesterol but yet not develop any heart problems? Let me outline the key factors as to why a heart attack was an incredibly rare event in Roseto. If we can maintain a healthy lifestyle, unlike the Rosetans, and incorporate these additional four factors then we can truly “bulletproof ” our hearts.
1. Family Centred Life
For the Rosetans, family was everything. Families were close and multiple generations all lived within the same home. Families were self sufficient and took care of their own. Indeed, there have been countless studies in the medical literature supporting the fact that strong marriage and family relationships can protect us from heart attacks. As the quality of our family relationships has such a profound effect on our heart health the question is what can we do to strengthen these relationships?
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2. Spirituality and Religious Ties
On Sundays, everyone in Roseto went to church. It was a God fearing community. They had strong Christian values and were very spiritual people. They cared for their neighbours and looked after each other. As with strong family relationships, many studies have shown that religion and spirituality can protect us not only from heart disease but many other chronic medical conditions as well. Even if you are not religious, taking time to care for your spiritual needs can be very therapeutic.
3. Strong Community
From a socioeconomic standpoint, you did not know in Roseto who was rich or poor. There was no keeping up with your neighbours. Even if you were wealthy it was socially taboo to display your wealth. The community cared for everyone. If a neighbour was in need, everyone came to help. They were all “brothers” and “sisters” in the community.
By now you are probably considering moving to Roseto, PA and living a utopian life free of heart disease, stress, and worries. Indeed, this is where Malcolm Gladwell left off in his book; I wish this is where the story ended but not so. Today, Rosetans no longer have “bulletproof ” hearts. By the time the late 196os rolled around, the American way of life had infiltrated the village. They still ate poorly, smoked, and failed to exercise. They began intermarrying, families started to split up, religion was no longer the glue to the community, and the pursuit of wealth and materialism was in full swing. Indeed, by the 1970s Roseto was no different than the neighbouring towns and their heart attack risk became the same as everyone else as well. They were no longer bulletproof.
Once again, there is a vast body of scientific data that socioeconomic disparities or even perceived disparities can lead to heart attacks. Trying to keep up with your neighbours or peer group will drive you crazy and cause undo stress on your heart. At the end of the day, all we really need to be happy is a safe home with enough food and loving relationships.
4. Low Stress
Despite difficult working environments at the slate quarries, Rosetans perceived very low levels of stress. They put their worries into God’s hands and knew that whatever happened in life their family and community would always be there to help. Crime was nonexistent in this village. Based on all of the studies published to date, it goes without question that perceived stress is a powerful predictor of who will get a heart attack. For me, the three most important things in keeping my stress levels in check are to live as healthy as possible, always plan to arrive or be ready 15 minutes early, and to always look for ways to simplify my life. As we can eliminate the “clutter” in our lives and focus on that which is truly essential we can minimize our perceived stress.
In medical circles, the term “Roseto Effect” has come to describe how a close-knit community can escape the risks of heart attacks. When Rosetans lost the Roseto Effect they then fell victim to the consequences of their unhealthy lifestyles. While the Roseto Effect is NOT an excuse to live an unhealthy lifestyle, it does show that by having close family relationships, living a spiritual life, caring for neighbours, and minimising the effect of stress in our lives, we can escape many of the unnecessary chronic medical conditions like heart disease.
More info: www.drjohnday.com
Dr. Day is a cardiologist and Medical Director of Heart Rhythm Services at his practice in Salt Lake City, Utah. He graduated from Johns Hopkins Medical School and completed his residency and fellowship in cardiology at Stanford University. He is board certified in Cardiology and Cardiac Electrophysiology.
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Is It Possible To Reduce the Risk Of Dementia? WORDS: Dr Juan Melendez and Diane Saralis, Cognitive Health
It is a fact; we are living longer. According to the ONS (Office for National Statistics ) in 2012 there were over 13,000 centenarians living in Britain which has almost doubled in a decade. The 2011 Jersey Census identified approximately 20,000 people over the age of 65 and this is likely to increase in the coming years. Life expectancy has reached its highest level for both males and females. Despite living longer, these years are not always spent in good health. As our lifespan increases, it is also more difficult to maintain our health and wellbeing. There is a say saying “age does not come alone “ and as we get older, there is an increased risk of heart disease, strokes, neurodegenerative conditions (such as Alzheimer’s type Dementia) and cancer. When it comes to quality of life, our cognitive (the mental process of learning, thinking and reasoning) function is a major factor.
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The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE ) released recommendations in October 2015 on approaches in mid-life to delay the onset of dementia, disability and frailty in later life. There are risk factors such as age and genes that we cannot modify in Alzheimer’s type dementia. However, there is something we can do about our lifestyle habits and behaviours that could reduce the risk of frailty, disability and dementia. Reduction in risk is more realistic than talking about prevention.
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Modifiable Risk Factors for Alzheimer’s: Obesity in mid-life Diabetes Smoking Alcohol intake Hypertension in mid-life Raised Cholesterol in mid-life Strokes Depression
Cognitive Health Jersey specialise in supporting people with dementia. They offer a variety of services, including: • Confidential memory screening. • Cognitive, Social and Emotional Stimulation in small group settings. • Support for relatives/carers of a person following a diagnosis.
What can you do to keep your brain healthy? 1. Stay socially active and engage in social conversations. Have fun, meet people. This is a way to avoid isolation and depression. 2. Take on new creative and challenging activities, such as puzzles, games or learning a new language can help exercise your brain. 3. Regular exercise – at least 30 minutes/day 5 days a week. There is evidence that regular exercise can increase the size of the hippocampus (key area in the brain to form memories). It can also keep your spirits high and improve your physical health (hypertension, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol). It is also a great way to socialise. 4. Moderate the use of alcohol. The recommended UK government guidelines recommends not to drink more than 14 units per week for both men and women and spread these units evenly across a few days and to have at least two drink-free days a week. 5. Stop smoking. Research shows that the risk of developing dementia doubles for smokers compared to non smokers. 6. Follow and healthy balanced diet (Mediterranean diet) high in vegetables, fruits, nuts, wholegrain cereals, fish, olive oil and low in red meat, poultry and dairy. Be careful with the amount of sugar, salt and fat in your diet. 7. Stay hydrated as dehydration contributes to poor physical and mental health, particularly in the elderly. The recommendations suggest that we drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. 8. Keep an eye on your blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
More info: www.cognitivehealthjersey.com
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Keeping Your Magnificent Body Well Oiled! WORDS: Andy Barnes Managing Director, Jersey Foodstate
Have you ever stared at a smoker inhaling hard on a cigarette, and thought “why would anyone choose to inhale all those nasty chemicals into their lungs?” An easy criticism from a non-smoker, but nevertheless I always feel very sad for people who willingly do this. The human body is a magnificent organism. Younger generations may live on average for 100 years in Western societies. Imagine your heart beating 70 times a minute every minute of every day for 100 years. Now that’s a sobering reflection! So be grateful for your health, grateful for the way your body deals with everything you throw at it. Here are some helpful tips on keeping it healthy – after all, if you lose your health it is very difficult to enjoy life’s pleasures that you may have previously taken for granted.
Keeping the chemicals at bay: the importance of antioxidants
On a daily basis we are bombarded with chemicals from air pollution, food additives, heavy metals, processed foods, cosmetics, household sprays, medication, fertilizers, plastics, sugar, alcohol, cigarettes … the list really does go on. Before the industrial revolution these harmful chemicals didn’t exist, yet our bodies now have to deal with them every day of our lives. Chemicals become free radicals in the bloodstream, and unless we can eliminate them we tend to store them, and storing things like heavy metals is dangerous for our health. Antioxidants bind to free radicals and help remove them from the body. The top ten antioxidant foods are: Goji berries, wild blueberries, dark chocolate, pecans, artichoke, elderberries, kidney beans, cranberries, blackberries, cilantro. And the top ten antioxidant herbs are: Clove, cinnamon, oregano, turmeric, cocoa, cumin, parsley (dried), basil, ginger, thyme. The more potent antioxidants are Beta carotene, Vitamins C and E, the minerals Zinc and Selenium, certain Bioflavonoids, Beta-glucans and Co-Enzyme Q10. Co-Q10 deserves a special mention because it supports heart function and is often depleted by medication. A good quality food-based multi antioxidant supplement will normally cover all of these.
Don’t be tempted by low-fat foods
Low fat foods invariably contain elevated levels of sugar or sweetener. Studies prove that we should be far more concerned about processed sugar than fats. I’m not suggesting we don’t control consumption of saturated fats, but avoiding sugar should be a bigger priority. 50
Avoid sugar!
I can’t underestimate the importance of minimising this in your diet. A high consumption of sucrose is linked to: A depletion of numerous essential vitamins and minerals Acceleration of the ageing process An increase in blood pressure A cause of heart disease Higher risk of Crohn’s disease, colitis, gall stones and kidney stones, cataracts Suppression of the immunity and elevated bad cholesterol It also affects proper brain function, exacerbates ADHD, autism and depression, and to top it all, it causes tooth decay and wrinkly skin! More info at: www. jerseyfoodstate.com
Consume raw, ripe food on a daily basis
Try to eat 20% of your daily food as raw food. Enjoy juicing with ripe fruits and vegetables. Green leafy vegetables like broccoli, cabbage and watercress boost the immunity, as do most fruits but be careful not to overconsume acidic fruits. Add Shitake, Maitake and Reishi mushrooms to your diet a few times a month, and fresh beetroot boosts energy levels and is good for the kidneys. Drink plenty of plain water and try to avoid negative emotional states.
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Take good quality food-based supplements that contain nutrients known to be in short supply in the soil.
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The Healing Power of the Air that we Breathe: Oxygen WORDS: Tori Ducker, Jersey MS Therapy Centre
We live in a world where people are increasingly concerned with finding ‘natural’ remedies, yet we often forget, or don’t realise, that the oxygen in the air we breathe is constantly treating the day to day damage we sustain. Whenever we have an ache or pain, we automatically turn to medication, and if we have a long term condition, we find ourselves stuck on medications, seemingly for life. These medications all come with a host of side effects that cause problems of their own. However, there is another option to help alleviate symptoms of some conditions. There
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is a charity on our little Island that works entirely with natural and holistic therapies, and works with islanders to relieve the symptoms of their various medical conditions.
What if I were to tell you that there is something in the very air we breathe that can help many conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, ME, Fibromyalgia, Epilepsy, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy and more? It is well known that having extra oxygen around is good for memory and concentration, which is why many of us find that working in stuffy rooms limits us, but in high concentrations, oxygen works as a natural antiinflammatory to help many different conditions, and to super charge cells to help repair and renew.
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In simple terms, healing is impossible without sufficient oxygen being present.
view has to be taken. However, those that stick with it see some very good results.
High Dose Oxygen Therapy has been used for more than a hundred years, and has a long standing history of success. Across the UK, there are more than 50 Therapy Centre's offering this therapy, and it is incredibly safe.
We have experienced many examples of success from HDOT, such as children with cerebral palsy having gained back the use of a limb they hadn’t been using, people with Fibromyalgia being in significantly less pain and on less medication, people being weeks ahead in recovery time after big operations, and recently, we have had a little girl who was having seizures from epilepsy in. After several intensive sessions, her latest EEG shows a normal result, and she has not had a seizure since starting with us. Even our Manager, who has MS, has visible improvement in her lesions on her latest MRI, and the only
HDOT involves being pressurised in a low pressure Barochamber for an hour at up to twice our normal atmospheric pressure, and breathing 100% oxygen through a mask. It can seem scary to be shut in a chamber, but the benefits can be substantial. By being in the chamber, and under the additional pressure, your body is able to absorb a higher amount of oxygen for the duration of the treatment. With that additional oxygen, your body is able to repair cells and reduce inflammation, which allows the alleviation of symptoms. It is important not to think of this therapy as a magic bullet. Unfortunately, as many of us did not get ill overnight, we also do not recover overnight, so a long term
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thing she can put it down to is her continued HDOT. The Jersey MS Therapy Centre, soon to be the Oxygen Therapy Centre, works with people with many different conditions to help alleviate their symptoms. Our services include High Dose Oxygen Therapy, Complimentary Therapies, Cyclossage and Meditation. We also have a drop in centre, so if you fancy a chat, just pop on in and we’ll put the kettle on. Our Centre is entirely self-referral, so if you are interested in HDOT, or any of our other services, just give us a call or drop us an email and we can arrange a time convenient for you to come in to meet us.
Opening Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-6pm Address: Jersey MS Therapy Centre, Rope Walk, St Helier, JE2 4UU Phone: +44 (0) 1534 737 297 Mobile: +44 (0) 7797 766 672 (out of hours) Email: info@oxygen.org.je Web: www.oxygen.org.je
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A Holistic Approach to Pilates – Integrating the Mind, Body and Spirit WORDS: Louise Augré, Augré Physiotherapy
Pilates takes a balanced approach to overall movement so that no muscle group is overworked and the body works as an efficient, holistic system, both in sport and in daily activity. The focus is on quality of movement rather than quantity, though Pilates consists of a series of approximately 500 precisely designed movements; it is a balanced blend of strength and flexibility training that can help improve posture and reduce stress along with and creating long, lean muscles. Mind: Joseph Pilates said, “Physical
fitness is the first requisite to happiness. Our interpretation of physical fitness is the attainment and maintenance of a uniformly developed body with a sound mind fully capable of naturally, easily and satisfactorily performing our many and varied daily tasks with spontaneous zest and pleasure.” Put simply, when we are feeling good mentally we ultimate look and move better too.
Body: Pilates principles allow for sessions
to be designed to address specific needs creating balance in the body. As Joseph stated in his books, “Contrology (Pilates) is designed to give you suppleness, natural grace and skill that will be unmistakably reflected in the way you walk, the way you play and the way you work.”
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Spirit: When the mind is engaged and focused and the body strong, flexible and coordinated the spirit is naturally elevated.
Practising Pilates offers a wide range of benefits on many levels including: • Improved posture • Longer, leaner more flexible muscles • Heightened body awareness and a greater sense of well-being • Increased core strength and stability • Improved balance and co-ordination • Creation of an evenly conditioned body, thus helping to prevent injury • Reduction of stress and promotion of clarity of thought • Increase in lung capacity and circulation • Strengthening of the back by building support and strength in the abdominals • Increased range of motion
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We talk about the importance of posture a lot, but the fact of the matter is that our increasingly sedentary lives take a toll resulting in stooped shoulders and rounded upper backs. Standing tall generally makes us look slimmer and enables us to move more elegantly, but on a more serious note poor posture can add strain to muscles and put stress on the spine. Over time, the stress of poor posture can change the structure of the spine, leading to the possibility of constricted blood vessels and nerves, as well as problems with muscles, discs and joints. The rib cage is often affected as it attaches to the spine meaning that the lungs do not work as effectively and this can lead to pain, stiffness and increased shortness of breath.
And of course as well as the physical benefits of Pilates, it’s also great for the mind and spirit. Regular Pilates sessions will release muscle tension and boost endorphins, help you to sleep better. Exercise in general will help provide a way for you to rid yourself of the stress and frustrations which may have built up during your day, re-focus the mind and also improve your overall wellbeing helping to lift low mood. Finally we'll leave you with this feel good move. Thoracic spine extension:
You can't get through a basic beginner Pilates without focusing on posture. “Stand tall, shoulders back, abdominals pulled in and up” are all the key phrases that you are likely to hear in a Pilates class. Why not try this very simple Pilates movement to help improve your posture. Cobra with foam roller:
And it’s not just about how we stand, it’s how we walk too – we all want to ‘walk tall’. How we stand and walk every day impacts the ankle, knee and hip joints working its way up to the back and pelvis. There are many Pilates exercises which can help improve the way we walk; try this one. 100’s:
“Standing tall generally makes us look slimmer and enables us to move more elegantly, but on a more serious note poor posture can add strain to muscles and put stress on the spine.”
More info: www.augrephysiotherapy.com
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Generation Zzzz.
Our Youth needs less iPhone and more iSleep! WORDS: Abigail Ali
For the smartphone prone cohort of Generation Z (or more suitably known as the ‘iPhone’ generation) if it bats an eyelid you can guarantee its already Twitter trending, re-Instagrammed and slapped with a personalised hashtag on Facebook before the rest of us have even figured out what a meme is - and it’s totally understandable that the net savvy youth of today have become increasingly dependant on technology, as the web revolution took rapid storm in the midst of their upbringing; spoon feeding them digital know-how like an on demand iNanny. In the last 20 years, this inundation of an unprecedented amount of technology has transformed the way we shop, date, communicate, educate, work, sleep, play and parent. With 77% of 8-12 years olds now owning a smartphone, there's no denying these advances have revolutionised a traditional childhood. The Guardian recently reported that three quarters of children are spending less time outside than prison inmates, proving that the lure of digital technology is impacting the lives of the ‘postmillennials’. And although we are becoming increasingly more aware of the dangers of life online, what
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are the effects on young flourishing minds when they try to logout and switch off; how does all of this digital living affect their sleep? In 2015 the BBC reported that children aged 5-16 average six and a half hours of screen time per day between social media, games consoles, television, leisure and recreation via mobile, tablet and computers. That whopping figure has doubled in the last 8 years in
part to the revolutionised education system, which has evolved with the digital age in schools. In a poll of 1,056 parents by Ofcom, 63% per cent admitted to ‘iParenting’; using devices as punishment or reward and to pacify or distract their youngsters when they were busy or tired. But in an era where young people cannot relate to a time before the internet, the transition to all things digital has its necessities, however,
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its abundance may be becoming a health hazard to molding young minds. The Huffington Post recently reported that these modern habitual are not only damaging to traditional values of communication and social interaction, but are inducing an array of health risks through sleep deficiency. Their study showed that the blue light emitted from e-readers, smart phones, laptops and some TVs is having an extraordinarily destructive impact on the hormone, melatonin. This sleep regulating hormone which naturally increases at night in anticipation of sleep, is suppressed by the glow as receptors in our brain mistake blue bathed wavelengths for daylight causing stimulation. In short, this means the onset and amount of REM sleep (the stuff we really want) is reduced as our screen devices are tricking us into waking when we should in fact be shutting down for the night. In further bad news to ‘iParenting,’ the e-readers and late night browsers amongst us, there's more at stake here than not just waking up bright eyed and bushy tailed. When we sleep, our brains clear out harmful toxins reducing the risk of diseases such as Alzheimers as well as creating better mental health, emotional intelligence and optimal energy, thus encouraging greater cognitive and physical performance; especially important for developing minds and bodies. Still think cutting screen time isn’t a life and death situation? A study from Dr Anne-Marie Chang, an associate neuroscientist in the division of sleep shows that sleep deficiency has not only been linked to obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, but chronic suppression of melatonin has been associated with increased risk of prostate, colorectal and breast cancers to name a few. (Pass me the hardback). Of course, the geniuses at Apple know too that long gone are the days that we rise as a community with the warm glow of sunshine between the curtains and the cries of the neighbour's rooster - Introducing the iOS 9.3 update being added to a new mode called Night Shift. So many of us use mobile phone alarm
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clocks demanding the first and the last of our attention in our everyday lives like a little bleeping baby. But now that this red light function for evening usage is being baked into iOS as standard, iPhone and iPad users are marginally ‘sorted’. However, don't let the reassurance of a safe scroll take over - late night browsing keeps us mentally engaged late into the evening, detaching us from reality so before you know it, your ASOS basket is full, you’re glazed and giggling at funny cat compilation #42 as you scroll the office temps Instagram pictures back to their summer break 2008.
“So in the knowledge that this obsessive browsing is damaging more than just our data usage charges, the time has come to take back the tablet and digital detox the whole family.” So in the knowledge that this obsessive browsing is damaging more than just our data usage charges, the time has come to take back the tablet and digital detox the whole family. As it's nigh on impossible to shelter ourselves from this digital culture (and now with thanks to the barking mad creators at Games for Dogs, even our beloved pets can't be saved) taking considered choices when it comes to logging on and zoning out can modify potentially harmful behaviours. The recommended online time for kids aged between 6-12 is 2 hours per day, so encourage self regulation and prioritising between educational and recreational web usage. As for our ever snapchatting, selfie taking tweens and teens … inform them! With another dimension of information available at their fingertips, they can tap into topics and educate themselves on anything that Google Safe Search allows. And a subtle mention that although that butterfly crown is adorable, there's no real life filter to hide the exhausted glaze of late digital delving.
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Busting the Myths of the Fitness World WORDS: Nathalie Le Mottee Founder & Managing Director, Healthhaus
Keeping fit and healthy should be straightforward, right? So how have we become so confused about the best way to get fit? It’s true that there have been many developments in our understanding of how the body works in recent years and some of what we teach fitness professionals today has changed significantly from what was taught 30 years ago. We can also blame unscrupulous companies who stretch the truth with their advertising campaigns; tempting us to buy their latest ‘quick fix’ products. All of this coupled with ‘changing room chat’ where well meaning fitness fans share their knowledge Chinese whispers style, it’s easy to see how facts get a little muddled! There are so many myths out there that I wasn’t even sure where to start, so I thought I’d share some of the myths that I most commonly overhear being discussed in the club.
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Myth 1: It is possible to spot-reduce fat
It sounds logical – if you exercise a particular part of the body then you will lose fat from that area. Unfortunately spot-reduction isn’t possible. If this were the case wouldn’t people who eat more have skinny faces?! Your body uses fat from different areas at different rates depending on your genetic makeup. The best way to reduce fat is to follow a full body workout combined with well balanced meals.
Myth 2: The more you sweat, the more fat you lose
We’ve all read that quote: ‘sweat is fat crying’ so does it follow that the more you sweat the more fat you lose? Sadly it doesn’t. Sweating is simply one way your body has of
maintaining a regular temperature and external factors such as temperature and humidity greatly influence the amount we sweat. We’d love to be able to vaporise fat, but we can’t!
Myth 3: Post exercise soreness is a sign of a good workout
The soreness you feel after exercising is believed to be a result of inflammation caused by microscopic tears in the connective tissue, however the level of soreness that we feel varies greatly from person to person and cannot be used as an indicator of a good workout. So how do you know if your workouts are working? Set yourself goals for every workout with the help of a fitness professional, whether it is weight lifted or distance ran. If you are achieving or surpassing these goals then your workouts are working! Rather than ‘no pain, no gain’ think ‘no train, no gain’.
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Myth 4: The best way to lose weight is by doing cardio
Cardio is great for health reasons and yes, you will burn calories while doing it. However what you really need to focus on is increasing your muscle mass. Muscle has a higher energy requirement than fat, so the more muscle you have the more calories you burn. Don’t worry about being heavier on the scales as you increase muscle mass; it's common to weigh more, while your clothes feel looser as muscle is denser and takes up less space than body fat.
Myth 5: The best way to train your abs is by doing lots of repetitions every day
Abs are just like any other muscle in your body – if you are working them enough to gain results then they need time to recover. It is during this recovery time that with adequate rest and nutrition they will become stronger and more ‘toned’. If you can do 100 crunches daily then you aren't working your abs as hard as they should be and it’s time to find a more effective (and time efficient!) exercise.
Myth 6: If I stop training my muscle will turn to fat
Muscle and fat are completely different types of tissue and cannot ‘morph’ into each other. When you stop training your muscle mass will start to decrease, which will eventually lower your metabolic rate. It is also common that when you stop training you continue to eat the same amount as when you were training even though your body doesn’t need the same amount of calories and therefore your body fat increases.
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Myth 7: Weight training makes women bulky
Men are able to develop larger muscles than women as they have 10 times more of the ‘muscle-building’ hormone testosterone than women. Don’t let pictures of muscle women in body building magazines put you off either – these ladies devote their lives to developing larger muscles, spending hours in the gym every day and weighing their food.
“Unfortunately spot-reduction isn’t possible. If this were the case wouldn’t people who eat more have skinny faces?!” Myth 8: Exercises such as squats are bad for your knees Myths like this come about from people making sweeping generalisations from advice that was given to a particular individual. It may be that your friend has been advised by a health or fitness practitioner not to do a particular type of squat, but that advice will have been given to them based on their biomechanics and maybe an injury. This certainly doesn’t mean that squats are bad for everyone – at the very least we all need to be able to get in and out of a chair and that involves squatting!
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Sports Therapy - Getting the Edge! WORDS: Adrian C. Luckhurst Managing Director at The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay)
As we all know, a key part of staying healthy is physical exercise – whether this is done on a treadmill at the gym or outside on a football pitch. If you are a keen fitness enthusiast, ensuring you are exercising safely is crucial. Having said this, even the most careful of us can at times succumb to injury. Sports injuries are often caused by people not warming up properly, pushing themselves too hard or simply suffering an accident. When injuries happen, they usually require rest while the healing process takes place. When exercise or sport is a big part of a person’s life, recovering from injury and returning to normal function is paramount. This is where sports therapy comes in as a Sports Therapist aims to provide care for sport and recreational participants to help them recover as quickly and fully as possible.
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physiotherapy skills, sports therapy is specifically concerned with the prevention and treatment of sport-related injuries using a variety of modalities and techniques. Another common misconception is that sports therapists only work with professional athletes. No matter what your occupation (or your sporting ability), if your injury is sports/exercise related, a sports therapist can help. Utilising the principles of sport sciences, therapists use various techniques, such as sports massage, to help fully rehabilitate those with injuries. As well as helping you to recover from injury, a sports therapist will also use their skills to optimise your performance and support you in your sporting/exercise endeavours.
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The Society of Sports Therapists defines a sports therapist as a healthcare professional who has the knowledge, skills and ability to do the following: • Utilise sports and exercise principles to optimise performance • Provide immediate care of injuries • Offer basic life support in a recreational, training and/or competitive environment • Provide sport and remedial massage in a sport and exercise context • Plan and implement appropriate rehabilitation programmes
Mobilisation
Mobilisation is a manual therapy that is designed to help restore joint movement and range of motion in the event of joint dysfunction. The sports therapist will gently ‘passively’ move the joint within the limit of the joint's normal range of motion. This kind of movement needs to be very specific and gentle, so must be carried out by a qualified professional. If joint dysfunction is left untreated, it can cause muscle spasm, pain and fatigue.
Ultrasound, Kinesio-Taping and other techniques. These are known to help with certain types of pain and can be used as an alternative to (or alongside) painkillers. So regardless if you are already a seasoned athlete, are just starting out, or just prefer to have a really good deep tissue massage then Sports Therapy is for definitely for you.
A sports therapist should also be qualified to refer patients to other medical specialists as and when required.
Sports Therapy treatments
Sports therapists can utilise a number of techniques i.e. (Massage, Mobilisation, Myofascial Release, Electrotherapy, Kinesio-Taping, Hot & Cold Therapy, etc.) to help ease pain and encourage recovery from a wide range of injuries that can affect any area, joint or muscle in the body. While the specific treatment used will depend on the nature of your injury and your own personal history, the following techniques are commonly used:
Massage
Many sports therapists will be able to offer sports massage and/or remedial massage to help reduce aches and pains from training, treat soft-tissue injuries and encourage blood flow to the muscles. Within the realm of massage there are many different techniques i.e. (Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Neuromuscular Techniques, & Positional Release) that are used to treat the superficial and deep layers of muscle and/or fascia.
Myofascial release
Also known as soft tissue mobilisation, myofascial release is used to release tension build up in the fascia. Fascia are sheets of fibrous tissue that surround muscles, separating them into groups. When a trauma occurs, the fascia can shorten, restricting movement and blood flow.
Electrotherapy
Sports therapists are trained to use different forms of electrotherapy such as TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation), and Laser treatments. Some Therapists may also be trained in additional techniques such as Interferential,
More info: The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) www.the-wellness-centre.com / +44 (0) 1534 633 060 Call 633060 now to get 25% Off your Initial Consultation + First Treatment.
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Pill Free Pick-Me-Ups: 3 Different Approaches to Manage Pain WORDS: Lorna Jackson, Health Point Clinic
Pain is complex and there are many factors that can alter your pain levels. One thing we do know: inflammation increases pain levels.
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Acute Inflammation is a natural response to trauma and injury. Ideally your body heals the injury and inflammation levels return to normal. Problems arise when inflammation ceases to be an acute response and turns into a systemic one, when it becomes a low-level feature of your physiology that is always on and perpetually engaged.
marker of chronic inflammation. Research shows pain perception may be higher in those with elevated CRP levels. In a study of 99 pairs of twins, elevated levels of CRP were associated with lower pain thresholds and increased pain sensation. Similarly, a study of cancer patients showed CRP was significantly correlated with perceived pain (1-3).
Chronic inflammation has been associated with many painful conditions such as arthritis and chronic musculoskeletal injuries. C-Reactive Protein (CRP) has received attention as a
Since systemic inflammation may contribute to the development and maintenance of pain conditions, by reducing inflammation, we may be able to decrease pain. So how do we do this?
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likely to play an integral role in the expression of pain and is linked to inflammation. Most people need around 8 hours of sleep each night. Maybe you need less or more—the main question is whether you feel rested upon waking. Sleep disturbance is increasingly recognized as a direct contributor to both increased pain sensitivity and impaired endogenous pain modulation (how your brain regulates pain). Sleep studies have found elevated inflammatory markers (including
1. Control systemic inflammation through your diet.
Determine what is inflaming to you and eliminate it. This differs from person to person, but here are some likely culprits: Excessive refined sugar intake, especially sugar-sweetened beverages (4). Grains, especially gluten, joint pain has been linked to gluten intolerance (5). Omega 6 oils: higher circulating levels of an inflammatory cytokine, IL-6, is a highly significant predictor of knee osteoarthritis (6). Excess Omega 6 polyunsaturated fat intake (found in corn, soybean, canola oil) leads to higher levels of IL-6. Dairy, especially milk, may be inflammatory for some people. Nightshades like potatoes, eggplants, tomatoes, and peppers contain a chemical alkaloid called solanine, which may increase inflammation and pain, particularly in those with arthritis.
Focus on antiinflammatory foods such as:
Inadequate sleep is not only a consequence of pain; it is also likely to play an integral role in the expression of pain and is linked to inflammation.
Brightly colored fruits and vegetables, especially dark leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables, berries, onions and shallots. Spices like turmeric, garlic, ginger, rosemary, oregano. Omega 3 fatty acids: cold water oily fish like salmon, grass-fed meat and butter, pastured eggs. Other healthy fats like olive oil, coconut oil, avocado, nuts, and seeds
CRP) in response to prolonged sleep loss, and sleep disturbance positively correlates with clinical pain severity (7-9). Fortunately, napping seems to reverse the increased pain sensitivity and inflammatory biomarkers following a poor night of sleep. Bad nights sleep? Allow yourself to take a nap the following day (10-11).
2. Prioritise Sleep
3. Get Some Acupuncture
Inadequate sleep is not only a consequence of pain; it is also
Acupuncture is effective at treating pain for a number of
reasons: acupuncture has an antiinflammatory effect in the body, it releases endorphins (our own natural painkillers), relieves muscle spasms and releases trigger points that refer pain (12). It is an effective treatment for chronic pain such as back and neck pain, osteoarthritis, shoulder pain, and headaches (13). Of course pain can disrupt your sleep, which not only increases inflammation, but also reduces your leptin levels (the hormone that suppresses hunger). This makes you more likely to indulge in unhealthy eating habits, which may further increase inflammation and pain levels (14,15). Fortunately, acupuncture has a balancing effect on the whole body, and can be used to not only treat pain, but sleep and cravings as well: Acupuncture benefits sleep and reduces insomnia more effectively than estazolam—a common sleep medication. (16) Acupuncture has also been shown to have regulatory effects on leptin, the hormone that regulates hunger and cravings (17). This may make sticking to an antiinflammatory diet easier. Pain can run from annoying to exhausting or debilitating. NSAIDS powerful medications certainly have their place in pain management; however, problems can arise when we use these over long periods of time. A combination of these three can be a fresh, effective and potentially empowering way to manage an aspect of our health that for many, can often feel out of control.
For references and more info, please visit: www.healthpointclinic.co.uk
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PICTURED: Gary Grace, fresh food buyer for Waitrose in the Channel Islands and Charlie Gallichan of Woodside Farms.
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A Commitment to Local Suppliers Marion Gorrod, branch manager of Waitrose St Saviour, discusses the importance of the relationships the organisation has with local suppliers: We aim to source fresh produce locally across the Channel Islands wherever possible at Waitrose. Waitrose has a close relationship with Woodside Farms who, since establishing themselves last year, now supply a core range of vegetables to all of the Channel Island Waitrose branches. The farm grows 65 lines for the branches –
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these are available across the year as they are subject to season. Gary Grace, our fresh food buyer for Waitrose in the Channel Islands, works closely with local growers to ensure that we’re introducing new
lines and exploring opportunities that may not have been ventured otherwise. And we are always excited about introducing new produce into our stores. Woodside Farms have worked on
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growing methods that will allow us to widen the season for locally grown crops, including investing in new storage which will mean we will have more local crops for longer periods of time going forward. We have had a particularly successful season with beetroot, we have added a loose line this year to compliment the beetroot that was introduced last season. The introduction of this line uses up beets that are too big or small for bunched beetroot - we see this as a ‘cooks line’ where the customer is able to choose the size of produce to suit them; we will always aim to use a much of the crop as possible. Over 20 tonnes have been grown this year which is a significant increase on eight tonnes grown in 2015.
in the summer of 2015, has been harvested and cured and is on sale in the three Waitrose Jersey branches.
Waitrose Jersey: We are temporarily changing our opening hours From Sunday 16th October – Sunday 18th December our opening hours will be:
As a business we want to make sure that we are catering to our customer’s needs through product innovation and the support we provide for local growers - over the coming season we will have some 70 lines available to us as we add to our existing lines, our ongoing efforts mean that we’re in a strong position for the future.
Monday 08.00-21.00 Tuesday 08.00-21.00 Wednesday 08.00-21.00 Thursday 08.00-21.00 Friday 08.00-21.00 Saturday 08.00-21.00 Sunday 10.00-16.00* * Excluding Sunday 13th November when we will be trading 12.00-16.00 Please ask in your local branch for more details: St Saviour, St Helier, Red Houses.
At Waitrose we strive to work with local businesses as much as we can. We have built strong relationships with Jersey businesses including The Jersey Royal Company. Earlier this year, The Jersey Royal Company expanded its potato range by producing sweet potatoes - exclusive to the Waitrose branches in the Channel Islands, following the vegetable’s exponential growth in popularity. This is the first time that sweet potatoes have been grown by the Jersey Royal Company for distribution to one of the main UK retail chains. The crop, planted
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The Spoils of Oils Do you know the difference between the good, the bad and the ugly? WORDS: Lucy Sanderson
Coconut oil is practically a tincture of life and its beneficial properties are widely known and appreciated. From pulling oil to slathering it all over our hair, skin and nails, we’d all rather bathe in coconut oil than asses’ milk any day of the week. But what of all of the other oils that have goodness and wellbeing in their slippery selves? Which oils aren’t so good for us and for goodness sake, before we go on, if any of you used baby oil for sunbathing this summer, don’t EVER do it again! The oils we use for cooking, eating and the likes are the oils in discussion today - the oils used in aromatherapy and the likes would need to be a whole other article. Let’s focus on the kitchen and bathroom oils we have parked on shelves and sink-sides in houses all over Europe – you might be surprised to find out that some of your oils are not quite as good for you as you may think, so a little knowledge in this regard will go a long way in terms of your wellbeing.
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Oils are pretty versatile, if you type in to Google, Oils for… a few interesting options pop up such as, ‘to repel fleas,’ or ‘promote hair growth,’ or ‘induce labour’. But in terms of the oils we eat or cook with, there are lots of choices with various benefits and drawbacks. When you’re cooking at a high heat, you want to use oils that are stable and don’t oxidise or go rancid easily as when oils
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undergo oxidation, they react with oxygen and form free radicals and harmful compounds that you definitely don’t want to be consuming. The most important factor in determining an oil’s resistance to oxidation and rancidity, both at high and low heat, is the relative degree of saturation of the fatty acids in it. High heat cooking requires a robust oil and good old coconut oil really fits the bill here. Over 90% of the fatty acids in coconut oil are saturated, which makes it very resistant to heat. This oil is semi-solid at room temperature and it can last for months and even years without going rancid. Filled with beneficial properties such as Lauric Acid, which can improve cholesterol and help kill bacteria and other pathogens, the fats in coconut oil can also boost metabolism slightly and increase feelings of fullness compared to other fats. Coconut oil can actually be classed as a superfood and is the only oil that is, be sure to use the virgin coconut oil as it’s the most powerful when it comes to goodness. Olive oil is a common kitchen product (with most of us opting for extra virgin for extra goodness). It’s known in the Mediterranean as being a lifeblood for good heart health and a long life and with its reasonably high resistance to heat, it’s ok to use for cooking. Olive oil is full of ‘good fats’ and is also attributed to raising HDL (the good) cholesterol and lowering the amount of oxidised LDL cholesterol circulating in your bloodstream. Choosing quality olive oil is imperative; oils are sometimes diluted with cheaper substitutes or are actually ages old before they’re bottled, sometimes damaged fruit is used and all of these things lessen the beneficial properties of your olive oil. Avocado oil is the Tom Hardy of the edible oils, super versatile and, well, delicious.Unlike a lot of oils that are pressed from a seed, avocado oil is made of the same creamy goodness that makes guacamole. This hearthealthy oil has anti-inflammatory properties that help prevent arterial damage, heart disease, and blood pressure.
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With its high resistance to heat, it ticks all boxes for cooking or salads and can be used on skin and hair for glow and sheen. Rapeseed oil: With its beneficial nutritional profile and great cooking performance and versatility, combined with amazing flavour properties and the fact that it can be competitively priced, it’s no wonder more and more people are deciding to cook with rapeseed oil. It contains plant sterols and is a rich source of vitamin E, a natural antioxidant, but it most famously has a beneficial fat profile as it contains less saturated fat than all other commonly used cooking oils and fats. For example 50% less than olive oil! With more people finding an intolerance to dairy, ghee is back on the menu as being a trusted oil for cooking. Ghee is a form of clarified butter; the milk protein has been removed. It’s a great source of fat-soluble vitamins with a more intense nutty flavour than butter. Since it is composed almost entirely of fat, ghee should still be used in moderation though … Like the nuttiness of nut oils? Walnut oil is chock-full of nutritional benefits, but not so good for cooking. Still, its flavoursome and most of all, it’s loaded with omega-3 fatty acids and holds a significant source of iron, zinc, calcium and magnesium. The flavour of this oil is rich and nutty - diets that are rich in walnuts and walnut oil have been shown to help the body respond better to stress and keep diastolic blood pressure levels down. Other oils worth checking out and trying are, pumpkin seed oil, hemp seed oil and sunflower seed oil. Their low resistance to heat means that they are best not used for cooking, but very good for eating. If in doubt, butter is far from being ostracised as bad for you these days, so if you’re going for something spreadable rather than pourable, go for the real thing when it comes to good old butter.
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Eat the Rainbow!
Unawatuna – Serving up an abundance of colour … Colourful food served up in a medley of dishes; inviting, delicious and wholesome – a wonderful way to enjoy a meal … At Jersey’s only Sri Lankan restaurant, Unawatuna; guests do just that and Sudu, the restaurant’s owner is championing vegan nights (they also serve vegan wine!), and a wide variety of vegetarian dishes so that the purest herbivores can enjoy a delicious meal, safe in the knowledge that no animal ingredients are included anywhere. For those who do have a carnivorous appetite, meat dishes are also on offer - served up with a veritable feast of dahls and side dishes that are brimming with wholesome goodness and of course, those vibrant colours and flavours … When it comes to the importance of colourful food, did you know that you can get what your body needs just by eating a colourful variety of fruits and vegetables? Nature has found a clever way to highlight the nutrients in foods: different nutrients actually impart different colours to the foods they’re in. For instance, the anthocyanins (those are the pigments that may appear red, purple, or blue depending
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on the pH), that turn blueberries blue can also keep your mind sharp, the lycopene that turns watermelon and tomatoes red may also help protect against prostate and breast cancers, and the beta carotene that makes carrots and sweet potatoes orange can help keep your bones strong, your eyes healthy and boost your immune system … A rainbow of nature’s medicine for a host of benefits to our health and wellbeing.
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With a tip of the hat to nature’s colourful and rich in goodness food, it’s important to use what’s in season for optimum health benefits; Unawatuna serve seasonal and fresh, local produce but give it the magic touch from an Island far from Jersey. Sri Lankan food is renowned for its diverse and wonderful ingredients; the methods for making traditional Sri Lankan food has not changed much in hundreds (if not thousands) of years. Sudu cooks in the way his mother cooked – cooking in Sri Lanka isn’t just about a plate of food, it’s a story whichever way you look at it. The story behind the ingredients, the story behind a family recipe; a region from whence it came, or a story about how it arrived in Jersey. For Sudu, bringing his family’s recipes to Jersey all started with cooking for friends. Serving up his mother’s recipes soon became a small business; Sudu began catering for small events and dinner parties and as soon as the opportunity presented itself in the form of a cafe that was normally closed on weekend, The Spice House Gorey was born.
Using his mother’s original recipes and her actual curry powders (Sudu’s mother sends the freshly ground powders over by post), Unawatuna features the home cooking that chef Sudu grew up helping to make whilst his brothers all played cricket outside. Understanding the importance of fresh, seasonal produce goes hand in hand with his mother’s knowledge of food combinations for health benefits and plenty of colour in each and every dish. Unawatuna incorporates healthy eating without the need for anything samey, too light or bland … There is nothing processed, everything is authentic and the feast is to the eyes as much as it is the taste – colourful curries served up with complementary side dishes, which are designed to ensure a taste sensation and wellness boost all on one plate.
The Spice House was chef Sudu’s first kitchen and from the moment he started serving up his vibrant and wholesome fare, Jersey was hooked on a bigger scale and Sudu realised his need for a bigger and more permanent premises. From his start in cooking, beside his mother back home in Sri Lanka as a boy, Sudu has gone on running a successful business, which include an on trend and versatile food truck that he pitches up at Jersey’s biggest events; taking Unawatuna on the road.
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The Great Sexism Debate. Do we care what Kevin Roberts thinks? WORDS: Lucy Sanderson
Saatchi and Saatchi, the great advertising company that looks after the world’s biggest brands, was caught up earlier this year in the great sexism debate after their man at the helm, Kevin Roberts (now ‘resigned’), sparked outrage and controversy by stating that there was no gender gap in the advertising world (he obviously never saw Mad Men, but then that was set primarily in the sixties). The even greater thing than his almighty balls up is the fact that any of us women would even care what he thinks, after all, he’s a guy and so what would he know anyway. Personally, I suppose I’m on the fence or probably a little ambivalent and a little nonchalant about his comments. To be fair though, the way I see it is if we pay more attention to the negative inferences, or act sensitively to comments (which by the time they hit the headlines miraculously turned into hate filled, chauvinist rhetoric) then aren’t we just fuelling the fire for sexism – any way, aren’t we all meant to be turning ‘fluid’ or something? Let’s face it, Kevin Roberts’ views may well be pretty antiquated, he definitely riled the Germaine Greers of the world with his supposed sexist comments, but in terms of his actual statement regarding women in the workplace, we reckon the feminists may have got their knickers in a bit of twist – and that raising the sexism card should be done with care in order for it to be effective and not dull down the reality and unfairness of the actual issue. At this point it has to be said too, that Mr Roberts’ ability to be an advertising supremo is undeniable … look at all the publicity he got! There’s no such thing as bad publicity, after all.
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So, what was it that Kevin Roberts (bet half of you hadn’t even heard of the guy before) is alleged to have said to create such a flurry of feminist fury? In a nutshell, he’s been quoted as inferring that women in the advertising industry lack ambition and are not held back by sexism; rather, they’re held back by wanting to pursue other things; they have different priorities. Women the world over have been debating and picking apart his comments, but to be honest what he actually said was more of a salute to women (and men) who don’t care much for the role of leader and they don’t necessarily want to manage people, they’d rather work with clients, create ideas and continue actually working in the role and job they chose and enjoy.
change in priorities for many people in the workplace. To a degree he is in fact right; the quest up the leadership ladder is not necessarily as much of a goal as it once was; enjoying work and finding balance is more of a factor for many people and as Roberts pointed out, it wasn’t so much the ratio of men to women that was an issue (around 65% of Saatchi's staff are female), it was encouraging women to move into leadership roles that was something to look at. What he came to deduce was that the new generation of employees and the seemingly fresh perspective on what matters in a career
“In fact, the comments he actually made were pretty wise, in regard to business and society –and it may just be that rather than being a big ol’ sexist, Mr Roberts was expressing the change in priorities for many people in the workplace.”
In fact, the comments he actually made were pretty wise, in regard to business and society –and it may just be that rather than being a big ol’ sexist, Mr Roberts was expressing the
for people in the workplace now is markedly different – happiness and job satisfaction are up there as two of the most important factors that make up the priorities at work. So, to quote Kevin Roberts directly, “Historically, advertising companies have looked at this kind of scenario [not ‘making it’ as a leader] as a failure – perhaps agencies would do well to look at the issue through a different lens. If you think about
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those Darwinian urges of wealth, power, and fame – they are not terribly effective in today's world for a millennial because they want connectivity and collaboration. They feel like they can get that without managing and leading, so maybe we have got the definition wrong …” Here at WellBeing World HQ, we happen to think the guy is on to something. Could it be that Kevin Roberts wasn’t being anti-women or quashing women’s chances of ‘success’ – he merely realised the change that is happening across a vast array of workplaces and industries and so to quote him again, “Rather than holding ambitions to progress into the higher echelons of the c-suite, many women and men simply want to be happy and do great work, which management can often overlook…
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Their ambition is not a vertical ambition, it's this intrinsic, circular ambition to be happy. So they say: 'We are not judging ourselves by those standards that you idiotic dinosaur-like men judge yourself by'. I don't think [the lack of women in leadership roles] is a problem. I'm just not worried about it because they are very happy, they're very successful, and doing great work.” We actually applaud Kevin Roberts’ comments; he speaks honestly and with a good measure of foresight and fairness. He is succinct in his opinion and as I sit here, reading his interview and subsequent story of resignation and apology, I take from it one important thing, and that’s his maxim for leadership, “Fail Fast, Fix Fast, Learn Fast”.
Thanks Mr Roberts, me and my femininity are not offended by you or your words, in fact I feel somewhat empowered by them and furthermore, whether I stay happily in my freelance career (I am in fact the boss of me) or whether I work for a big company and get on that corporate ladder, I think your comments and maxim will all prove useful. Happiness is allowed to come first and there’s no shame in not making it to the head of the board room table if that’s not where you want to park your girl or boy bits.
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Guys, You Can Claim Your Space From the man cave, shed or corner of the attic; sometimes men need to mark their territory! Not to diminish the validity of the ‘sheshed’ but it’s a primal fact that men need their space. Looking back, the ‘man cave’ has featured far and wide in men’s, manly folklore from way back when he ran the cave as cavemen did only a century or so ago, where the man was hailed as the king of his domain; the head of the household. Many a great man has had a place to could go to be alone with their thoughts - something we now dub the man cave. Thing is, as we are now fast approaching 2017, guys are sharing all the space; not just with women, but kids,
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parents, friends, partners, etc and as such, the man cave is a primary wish list item on many guys’ agenda and for the lucky ones, they’ve already made it happen. From converted attic spaces to sheds and tree houses, garages and even boats; men are claiming their space and creating some pretty imaginative places to hang out, work, revel in success (many a man cave feature trophies, awards and the likes), or simply express themselves; the ‘missus’ makes the decisions on decor and most certainly would not approve the sawdust bar, dart board and drum kit in the dining room.
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Of course, this is something of a lighthearted article - but in actuality, since the turning of sexual equality, well known men have championed the man space... not in the ‘keep women out’ Golf Club kind of a way; for reasons of solitude and concentration, peace and productivity, exercise and all sorts of other things. Take Ernst Hemingway for example, his well documented writing studio/man cave was his base for producing some of the finest literary works the world has ever seen - who knows, if he’d not had the opportunity to write in peace, would he ever have penned ‘For Whom the Bell Tolls’? His man cave allowed him to drink Scotch, smoke cigars and write about well, men being men. *lest not forget however, that Hemingway was not much of a gentleman, supposedly not a particularly good father and generally not a twenty first century example of good manhood - however, he represents something if an enigma of masculinity that was rather fitting in its time. In addition to being a first-class statesman, Winston Churchill was a talented artist who created his own art studio/man cave. The man loved to paint. When he felt the “Black Dog” of his manic depression tailing him, he would retreat to his studio and keep the darkness away by putting brush to canvas. Imagining the pressure that Sir Winston Churchill dealt with, his escape to his own space would have encouraged the positive and proactive solution to stress and a place for him to be creative. Or the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, published on 24 November 1859, is a work of scientific literature by Charles Darwin, which is considered to be the foundation of evolutionary biology, was written from a man cave. Darwin had his famous study; filled with all sorts of scientific specimens and mementos - his workplace and hideaway. In one picture of the desk in his
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study; Darwin’s walking cane made from part of a spine and a gentleman’s bowler hat on the chair. Rock and roll legend, The King; Elvis (one of the first musical stars to not need a surname), had himself numerous man caves dotted around Graceland. With a wife and mother (as well as kids) in the house, to live up to his rock n roll status, it’s likely a given that the man needed room (or rooms) to play, to relax or to do whatever a mega star needs to do in order to light up the world with stardom. Branching out a bit now, but popular culture depicts many a male superhero as having their own man cave. The most famous of all is probably Batman, but then Superman had his Fortress of Solitude an epic man cave by any proportions. The fact is, everyone needs their own space once in a while and for men a modern day way of marking their territory can be found in the notion of a man cave. Men, you need to claim your space and if space isn’t available, create something or somewhere that you can be alone with your thoughts every once in a while - you can always look forward to the beer on tap and drum kit later.
“The fact is, everyone needs their own space once in a while and for men a modern day way of marking their territory can be found in the notion of a man cave.”
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Digital Dating. Wince or win? RESEARCH: Abigail Ali
Dating; the movies romanticise it and songs reminisce it, whilst we covet and shake with nerves at the prospect of our first ever one: Dating is a tricky terrain. But in the digital age where the right catch can actually fall right into your lap (thanks to a plethora of online dating sites and apps available), the time may have come for Cupid to hang up the bow and arrow once and for all. Now choosing a date and prospective mate can be done at the swipe of a finger or click of a button. Digital dating has turned the dating arena of hopefulness and quest for love into something of a call to action.
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Although some still recoil at the idea, it was fairly inevitable that the world of dating was taken by storm attracting 91 million users with it during the web revolution some 20 years ago. The way in which we socialise, communicate and coexist has been revolutionised by technology progressing faster, slimmer and smarter. But the fear now is that this new reality of connectivity is encouraging people to actively avoid real-life interactions that can create unhealthy habits and preferences. Is this alternative method of ‘matching’ an actual necessity or is there still room for traditional courtships in this world of all things web? In a modern society, is the digital ‘cupid algorithm’ much different to the antiquated tradition of parents matching us up to our potential soul mate? For the more conservative singleton who may consider this modern way far too unconventional, it may come as a surprise that utilising dating services is not as revolutionary as you may think. We've been creative (and public) with the way we seek and establish relationships long before the web, with the first ‘seeking’ advert appearing in an agricultural journal in 1695! At the end of the 17th century the article read “A gentleman about 30 years of age, says that he has a very good estate, would willingly match himself to some good young Gentlewoman that has a fortune of £3,000 or thereabouts”. Very romantic. Fast forward the clock some 300 years later where there is an estimated 8,000 online dating platforms internationally … Among the greats is the Granddaddy of online dating; Match.com. If love makes the world go round then this site must be solely responsible for our orbit over the last 20 years now boasting 517,000 relationships, 92,000 marriages, and 1 million babies since their inception. The rise of the smartphone has since made way for the most current dating app, Tinder, launching in 2012 ‘gamifying’ the dating scene using a swipe left or right method to create matches. It’s been branded superficial but in real world situations both modern and not, the truth is that dating is a superficial endeavour! Judging someone's looks is not an attribute of technology, it’s the brain’s process in
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the first 7 seconds of meeting someone (fact). This initial narrowing down is a fundamental part of finding suitable matches especially considering that Tinder users have now swiped their way to 11 billion matches worldwide. There might actually be more matches on Tinder per week than there are fish in the sea and those are some good odds for finding your ‘Tinderella’ happily ever after… So, it’s a hardly a surprise that 1 in 5 people meet online when so many people are plugged in. How are you supposed to realise the love of your life in the ‘real’ world if you’re too busy scrolling through the hundreds of thousands of profiles - whether its stranger danger or fear or rejection, it seems that the perceived safety of a screen is creating a confidence to divulge in social interaction online. The fact is though, that the screen can be a double edged sheet of smart phone glass with a frightening amount of profiles being utterly fabricated - some even for the sole purpose of luring rather than loving. On the up side, the vast array of dating sites and apps now delve into practically every niche. For example, Meetmindful.com is becoming increasingly popular for the yogis of the world as we all know how difficult throwing a seductive glance in downward dog can be. This site connects you with people interested in yoga, meditation and spiritual conquests much like Gociety which is for active, outdoors and the less techy among us. There are sites that suit corporates, apps for those that love this and those that love that and the beauty of this abundance of sites isn’t just the fact that you can be specific in the attributes you seek in a partner, but it massively opens the selection of potential mates. In a world that, lets face it could do with one big group hug, it’s pretty awesome that this software is able to bridge the gaps from all races, religions, cultures and countries to interact on an extremely human level. So, whether you find the prospect of digital dating a win or a wince situation, for some people it’s been the answer to their happily every after - for others, well they’re having a great old time trying and testing the profiles that they gave their 7 second nod of the head (or swipe of the finger) to.
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But First Let Me Take a Selfie... WORDS: Alex Ritchie-Kelly
This is my first time writing an article, so apologies it is from the heart and my perspective. As a newly qualified teacher, looking after children and young adults age 11-18. I have had my eyes opened for the good and the bad. The 21st century has brought us some amazing advances in medicine, space travel and technology however with the rise of technology it has taken away conversation, and added huge pressure and stress to another level where people strive to be something they are not. It must be difficult to a millennial? I look back (I am the grand old age twenty two years) and think long gone are the days when children, teenagers come knocking on one another’s door to ask ‘if they are playing out.’ Kids these days would rather sit indoors and play on video
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and talk to strangers, yet complain they have no friends and are lonely. They would rather FaceTime a friend rather than meet them in person; the art of conversation has disappeared. Research has shown this has had a tremendous effect on children’s mental health, teenage self-harm has risen dramatically, and I for one would argue the cause is the mass, rise of social media. I see this as an older sister watching my younger sister grow up, and I see this as a new, young teacher starting out – teaching Religious Education (Morals and Ethics) and PHSE.
I have quickly realised my dreams of emulating my favourite teacher’s styles and their auras was not going to make the cut, society has change dramatically in the turn of the 21st century. It is an amazing privilege to watch young people start their journey through life and see the choices they make. However, it is hard sometimes not to help, give a nudge and persuade them to go on another path. What is so clear with the millennials the majority are unfortunately all the same, with the same outlook. Each is insecure and desperate to fit in with the ‘popular’ group. You may be reading this and
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think that’s what it was like when I was young and I hear you, it was like that for me. But what is different about this generation, is technology, they have a vast amount: Facebook, Snapchat, Instagram, Tumblr, Twitter, VSCO, YouTube and enough games to play a new one every day. Oh and of course I can’t forget to mention, the celebrities, you have your Taylor Swift, Kim Kardashian, Khloe Kardashian, then another Kardashian and probably two more Kardashians, the likes of Geordie Shore and others of the same ilk. What do they all project? Well I’d like to use a quote from my favourite film, one which was an eye opening film, not just for the male lead, but the issues that were raised, Fight Club, now there are many quotes that I could use, but this one is most suited: “We've all been raised on television to believe that one day we'd all be millionaires, and movie gods, and rock stars.” I have students in my class who look up to these celebrities and it astounds me. It will be a great day when a student tells me their role model is, ‘Malala Yousafzai, Angelina Jolie or Nick Vujicic.’
there was a few quiet gasps. I made the point to tell the class, that they were all beautiful in their own perfect way and they shouldn’t care if they have the latest brands, but to put themselves first and show what their essence is about. Sure you may say that is all good advice, and I know some they will succumb to the pressures of today. But I hope, if at least one realises, it is a better world to be a Helen Bonham Carter rather than a Kardashian, my work will be worthwhile.
In a lesson I recently taught on selfimage and self-identity, we as a class were able to break key basic information that your exterior is only a part of you, your kindness, personality, intelligence, integrity and your past all make you who you are. I showed them a picture, of a beautiful young girl; I asked them to tell me what they thought of her. I got the generic, ‘she is hot,’ ‘she looks like she could be a bitch.’ I asked if they thought this girl who seemed to have it all suffered with self-esteem issues, the answer was unanimous, ‘No.’ I then told them she did, and it was so bad, the girl self-harmed. It was a first, my classroom was silent, a few teary eyes as well, they asked me how I knew this and told them it was my sister,
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A Skinny Paradox Shed the weight but still unhappy! Not many people anticipate shedding tears after they’ve shed the weight that they wanted to lose… But as we wise up to obesity and the problems caused by being overweight, more people are getting involved in weight loss programmes and getting rid of unwanted pounds in the hope of a more healthy lifestyle. The ‘other side’ of weight loss can be uncharted territory and some people are finding themselves surprised that the physical spring in their step might not be the feeling they have on the inside.
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All the compliments in the world and a wardrobe of new clothes don’t make up for the feelings some people experience after losing weight. Hundreds of stories online and in the media report that nothing can prepare you for the feelings after you’ve shed the weight or hit your ‘goal weight’ when those feelings turn out to be less than happy. The common feeling in the lead up to losing weight is that losing the weight is the answer to everything; the golden ticket to a happier life. The fact it, it isn’t. From people who undergo surgery to aid in weight loss, to people who don’t formally diet but rather, embark on a healthy eating and exercise journey, lots of folk who find themselves dieting find themselves less than satisfied and sometimes even depressed and suffering from other health issues after they’ve dropped the extra pounds. Needless to say, there is no reason to remain overweight if you’re thinking of losing a bit of fat - we are healthier when we’re at our optimum size, there are no two ways about that. But in terms of ensuring that expectations of happiness and satisfaction are met at the end of the arduous task of shedding weight and getting fitter, we could do with being aware of obstacles that could get in the way. Having goals and aspirations for better health, fitting into things that you want to wear and having the energy to be active is a great thing, but being prepared and mindful is as important. Life wont magically become less challenging just because you’re slimmer.
wish you’d never lost the weight in the first place. In fact, these are some of the causes for weight regain. In order to try and ensure as little stress and subsequent physical health issues don’t feature in your weight loss result, it is always wise to seek professional help. This is especially true for people who are facing a significant weight adjustment and need to lose a large amount of weight. By adopting a holistic healthy lifestyle over an intense ‘fad diet’ you should be able to mitigate any extra problems associated with losing weight. Weight Watchers and the likes are popular and pretty successful, mostly down to the professional expertise and camaraderie and support offered by working together in a group. There are of course, options for people who are dealing with both mental and physical issues related to weight. Working with someone not only gives you the professional advice and guidance, but it can also give support in an encouraging way; coaching and retaining a positive perspective along with an informative and individualised
“Life wont magically become less challenging just because you’re slimmer.”
Many people suffering from being overweight or obese talk about using their weight as a sort of mask; an identity that needs no further explanation. The fact is, the mask may be a paradox of comfort and burden but it can also become a mask for other things, such as bad relationships, depression, self-esteem issues: all issues that will in fact still be there once the weight is lost if they’re not dealt with. Herein lies the inimical surprise that can cause the tears after weight loss. On one hand, the other issues come to light and can be dealt with and to add to a positive light for anyone dealing with this; you’ve already conquered something applaudable, by losing weight you are in the 5% of success stories as 95% of people who aim to lose weight fail repeatedly. Consider this - if you can lose weight and take control of your health, you can do anything. The other issues that may cause upset after weight loss are other ailments or physical issues. The common problem of sagging, extra skin; once plumped and flat can turn wrinkly and thin. Add issues such as skin disorders such as psoriasis (often caused by stress), and feelings of dissatisfaction and even despair and you may feel like you
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programme to provide the fullest understanding of all the changes and adaptations that go hand in hand with losing weight. Following weight loss, there are measures your doctor can talk you through that can effectively get rid of unwanted skin or other skin disorders, so never be disheartened if you face something that seems to make the weight loss process not worthwhile – it is and it will be. We are all susceptible to gaining weight throughout our lives, with sedentary working environments to fast and easy food solutions; rewards of alcohol or sugary stuff and processed foods being so entrenched in modern society. So being over weight is a common thing faced by all ages all over the western world. Although losing weight itself can be fraught with challenges and issues, after the weight battle has been won it’d be nice if we could rest assured that the gauntlet was worth it. There is lots of help out there for people wanting to lose weight, those already on their mission to lose weight and for those who are struggling after they’ve lost weight. The best thing to do is speak to your GP and find out about what’s on offer where you live and see what kind of opportunities suit you and your lifestyle. Draw strength from your achievements and realise that you’re capable of doing anything, no matter your weight or size.
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Empty Nest? Or time to join the SKI club? WORDS: Lucy Sanderson
It’s a common thing, the long loud silence and rooms too clean, the notable extra food in the cupboards and laundry all suddenly up to date, but is empty nest really something to dread? Sociologists popularised the term ‘Empty Nest Syndrome’ in the 1970s and the media have helped make its existence part of conventional ‘wisdom’ ever since; but family life was very different back in the 1970s and in this day and age, does empty nest have to mean identity crisis, depression and loneliness? We think not. We want to look at Empty Nest as not so much a syndrome, but more of a chapter. Calling all parents, have you heard of the SKI (Spend the Kids Inheritance) club? When the term ‘Empty Nest Syndrome’ was created, mums especially, worked primarily in the home and their lives revolved around rearing the children and taking care of the family. As time moved on, women are out working, kids are more independent and record numbers of them are heading off to university, meaning more young people are leaving the house by the age of 18. More often than not, once kids head off to uni, they rarely move back home. So, is empty nest syndrome even a ‘thing’ anymore? For some, yes, but others seem to find it to be an exhilarating time for new experiences, travel and redecorating or even moving house and downsizing (the latter making it pretty tricky for your babies to ‘boomerang’). Whoever does the raising; mums, dads, grandparents, carers and guardians, they are a fraternity of family focused and protective, nurturing folk. Our folks, those old faithful unconditional lovers of the demanding and sometimes utterly helpless offspring that come bursting
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in to their life with gusto. When it comes to it, letting go and setting kids free to explore and roam and find their feet in this world can be one of the hardest things a parent has to do and as kids, we often don’t realise the amount of blood, sweat and tears that our parents put into being parents. That being said, it’s often the mistake of kids to think that their folks are back home, devastated at the quiet and peaceful space left behind, thinking it’s only interrupted by bouts of tears and anguish from lost and lonely parents. Studies show this not to be the case at all, the vast majority of parents in 2016 are more adept to the prospect of their fledglings taking flight and in fact, empty nest has turned more in to a time for reconnecting with partners, travelling, experiencing things that may have been put off due to money and time constraints and even new careers and moving countries … There are of course some parents who stand on the driveway in floods of tears and continue to weep for
weeks after their kids leave the house, for some people it can bring about personal demons of ‘what now’ moments and depression. As with any momentous change, a proactive approach to coping is necessary to put things into perspective. Feeling sad when your child leaves home is a given; you will miss your kids so be gentle on yourself and allow yourself time to remember all the fabulous memories of their childhood. From the sleepless nights that never felt like they’d end, to the muddy wellies and snotty tissues, to the slamming of teenage bedroom doors and dinners where your tween or teen sat with their face in the dim light of their iPad whilst inhaling the dinner that took you hours to prepare .. the hugs, the kisses, the smiles, the missing teeth and tooth fairies and birthday balloons and first dates … the certificates and awards and funny little ‘isms’ that only happen in your family; all of these make up the chapter that was parenthood as you knew it. It’s time to revel in your success at this point as all of those memories are shared with the kids who’ve gone their own way. But what if you can’t revel in success and you just feel a bit lost? Empty nest doesn’t mean loss, it means change. When someone dies, we lose them forever in the sense that we cannot see them again; when kids move out, we do indeed see them again. Cripes, with all the technology at our fingertips these days, we could see them every day;
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FaceTime, Skype and all that digital jazz means that communication is easy - the hard part is knowing when is appropriate to get in touch, “I love it when my mum FaceTimes me a dozen times a day,” said no kid, ever. Reassure yourself that in fact, the time you will get to spend with your offspring after they’ve left home, will be quality time. There will be less
Empty nest syndrome is a bittersweet feeling that can indeed include a heavy dose of loneliness and often a real loss of sense of self and the companionship and responsibilities that come with parenting. For many parents, their children are their world and it’s a common story that after the last child has packed up and moved out, there something of a hole left
staring at their phone, less hiding up in their bedroom and more time for conversation and new experiences together. Consider that, although it may seem like your ‘baby’ doesn’t need you anymore, they most likely need you now more than ever and in order for them to feel that they can rely on you still ‘parenting’ them, they need to know that you can cope. It’s a tricky balance but parenting is as much about ‘being there’s it is about doing things for your kids.
behind. Letting go of the ones we love is hard, but the fact is that the time is now when it comes to wiping away the tears and seeking out a new purpose, not necessarily as soon as the door has closed behind them, but wallowing in the aftermath of kids leaving is not a fun place to be. The world is waiting!
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When your nest is empty and your kids are all moved out, it’s a time to grab everything by the proverbial whatnots and enjoy a freedom that
many parents wont have felt in at least 18 years. We joke about the SKI club, as spending the kids inheritance is a pretty flippant thing to suggest, but all the same, invest in the things you want to do and relish your new found freedom. Looking at it from a preventative stance, people whose children are about to move out and leave home might try preparing for the change. Someone clever once said, “Success is where preparation and opportunity meet,” the moment the kids leave it’s time for reconnecting with your partner, creating that writers room or craft space that you wanted; it’s time for trying out the things you’ve not had time to try, visit the places you’ve always dreamt of going to but couldn’t quite afford because 3,4,5 tickets are just that bit too much … For people experiencing the symptoms of empty best syndrome right now whilst reading this, one resounding piece of advice is booming from every website and forum related to the issue; allow yourself to feel sad, it’s a big change. All you can do is rest assured that they are prepared, they are ready and it was you that safely navigated them through childhood and geared them up to take their world by storm.
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Discovering Arbonne … WORDS: Beverley Le Cuirot, Founder of WellBeing World
You might know me as ‘Mrs WellBeing’, or perhaps as the former chairman of Young Enterprise; Jersey Cheshire Home foundation member; or even, Jersey Opera House board director? I’ve worn many hats and made many choices along the way. One underpinning ambition throughout has been to nurture relationships and help others succeed, in business and now at home! One of the beautiful things about the world today is that your dreams are within your grasp, if only you reach for them. You can seize opportunities and sculpt them to create a life tailor-made for you, taking those all-important daily steps to make your aspirations a reality, working in an office or from home with the kind of flexibility that we could only wish for a few years ago.
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In creating WellBeing World in 2011, I wanted to bring together the latest in health and wellbeing to help people lead happier, healthier lives. This is a journey that will continue to grow as governments, employers and individuals alike, recognise the huge potential presented through preventative healthcare for today’s community and for generations to come.
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I love WellBeing World and everything it represents, and yet I am always looking for new ways of operating and improving. I have recently – and quite possibly belatedly – joined the network marketing movement. I started to look seriously at the tremendous opportunities presented and found more and more evidence to suggest that this is the way of the future. Sir Richard Branson is on record as saying that all the jobs in the next 20 or 30 years will be created by network marketing entrepreneurs. That is quite a statement. Clearly, the product has to be a good one, indeed world-class. And that is why, once I realised the extent and quality of the Arbonne range of pure, safe and beneficial beauty and lifestyle products, and became aware of the hugely professional network they have created internationally, I wanted to jump on board. I have been so impressed with the products that I have become a passionate ambassador of the range. Their animal-friendly, vegancertified products are world-renowned and complement the ethos of our wellbeing community perfectly! They also take charitable giving very seriously. In the last 4 years, since its creation in 2012, the Arbonne Charitable Foundation has raised $3.5million and reached out to 90,000 12 to 17 year olds suffering from homelessness, mental health, self-esteem issues, abuse, addiction, and many other concerns which affect our teenagers today. We have been so inspired that we have secured www.wellbeing1217. com – and with the input of our many WellBeing World practitioners, I look forward to supporting local teenagers in the same way in 2017.
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As well as being part of something really special, owning your own Arbonne business gives you the freedom to choose the hours that you work and create a successful business from home, whether you work full or part time, are a Mum/ Dad, a business owner, or if you are retired, you can rest easy knowing that what you build can be willed on to seven generations, with no tricky setup or hassle for you. It’s a great way to earn a little extra money, or to build a business, introducing complementary products to your wellness practice, with no risk. Becoming involved in network marketing has opened my eyes to a new way of doing business; I love the inspirational talks, the support network, and helping others who may not have had the time or resources to start their own successful business is incredibly fulfilling. There’s an energy to the events and activities that’s contagious – suddenly I’m part of an even larger wellbeing network of like-minded friends, all helping each other to succeed! If you’d like to try the products, or start your own business, this could be just the thing for you, too!
More info: beverley@wellbeingworld.je
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Pet Bereavement, or as I like to say, Animal Friend Bereavement
WORDS: Julie Dryburgh Healing Balance Therapy
Grief is devastating, and this is the case regardless of whether it’s a human or animal. Our animal friends are our family too and to some they are the only family that they have. It doesn’t matter if it’s a dog, cat, a small furry animal or a horse, size is irrelevant it’s the connection we have with them, the bond, that bond that is so deep that only you can truly understand. They become our family, our friend, they rely on us to meet their needs and in return what do they give us? Well, they give us loyalty, unconditional love, companionship and they make us laugh. Yes you know the times, when you come home all tired and perhaps a little cranky and then they do something and you just can’t help but smile. We cannot underestimate the loss that an animal friend can have on us. It doesn’t matter whether it was expected or totally out the blue, it can be the most devastating moment of your life. 84
We are now so much closer to acknowledging that animals feel, that they are emotive and aware, that they build relationships and friendships in a very similar way to humans. We are actually biologically closer to our animal friends than many people previously thought. Is it any wonder then that when we lose them we can become crippled by grief ? They are our friends, our best friends, our soul mates. They are and always will be so much more than “just a cat’ or “just an animal” or even “just a dog”.
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Just a Dog From time to time people tell me, “Lighten up. It’s just a dog”, or, “That’s a lot of money for just a dog.”
They don’t understand the distance travelled, time spent or costs involved for “Just a dog”. Some of my proudest moments have come about with “Just a dog”.
Many hours have passed with my only company being “Just a dog”, and not once have I felt slighted.
Some of my saddest moments were brought about by “Just a dog”. In those days of darkness,
the gentle touch of “Just a dog” provided comfort and purpose to overcome the day. If you, too, think it’s “Just a dog”, you will probably understand phrases like “Just a friend” or “Just a sunrise” or “Just a promise”.
“Just a dog” brings into my life the very essence of friendship, trust, and pure unbridled joy.
“Just a dog” brings out the compassion and patience that make me a better person. Because of “Just a dog” I will rise early,
take long walks, and look longingly to the future. For me and folks like me, it’s not “Just a dog”.
It’s an embodiment of all the hopes and dreams of the future,
the fond memories of the past, and the pure joy of the moment.
“Just a dog” brings out what’s good in me and diverts my thoughts away from myself and the worries of the day.
I hope that someday people can understand it’s not “Just a dog.”
It’s the thing that gives me humanity and keeps me from being “Just a man” or “Just a woman”. So the next time you hear the phrase “Just a dog”, Smile because they “Just don’t understand”. ~ Richard Biby Julie Dryburgh, Healing Balance Therapy, has over 27 years experience working with clients and animals using a combination of advanced hands-on-healing techniques. She is an advanced professional in CranioSacral Therapy - specialising in Samoto Emotional Release, a Reiki Master/Teacher and an Advanced Theta Healing Practitioner. She will work with you or your animal friend using a combination of some or all of the healing modalities that she has been trained in which allows the body to heal and to be balanced.
More info: www.juliedryburgh.com
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The Financial Wellbeing Book: Creating Financial Peace of Mind By Chris Budd Publisher: LID Publishing (12 May 2016) One of the biggest enemies of our general wellbeing is stress; and one of the biggest causes of stress is concern about money. This book provides a simple and practical guide to planning your daily and long-term finances by understanding your objectives and motivations. In doing so, it offers respite from the anxiety and stress caused by money problems. The author, an experienced financial adviser, argues that the key to financial wellbeing is to "know thyself " in order to allow decisions to be made, and to ensure those decisions are the rights ones for you. This is underpinned by having control of your daily finances, the ability to cope with a financial shock, to be able to have options in life, to have identifiable goals and a clear path to achieve them, and to ensure clarity and security for those we leave behind.
Worthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth By Nancy Levin Publisher: Hay House UK (2 August 2016) Money. We love it. We hate it. If we don’t have enough, we’re struggling to get more. If we do have it, we’re fighting to hold on to it. Why does money have to be such a source of anxiety? Is it possible to find peace? Yes! According to master integrative coach Nancy Levin, the real key to creating financial freedom isn’t changing what we do, it’s changing our limiting beliefs - and that requires more than learning how to invest. In Worthy, Nancy makes an essential, eye-opening connection: the state of our net worth is a direct reflection of our self-worth. Then she shows us how to get to the root of the problem and do the internal work that’s needed to replace feelings of unworthiness with a solid sense of our own value. Filled with inspiring real-life stories and thought-provoking questions and answers, her 10-step plan helps us to: • Get real about the money issues we face every day
• Examine the excuses we use to avoid creating the life we really want
• Be willing to see ourselves as worthy of abundance in all its forms • Take back our financial power - and watch amazing things start to happen
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Book Choice
In keeping with our theme for the Autumn edition of WellBeing World; Letting Go.
The Universe Has Your Back: How to Feel Safe and Trust Your Life No Matter What By Gabrielle Bernstein Publisher: Hay House Uk (27 September 2016) Through acceptance, surrender and a commitment to her continually evolving spiritual path, New York Times bestselling author and international speaker Gabrielle Bernstein has been transforming her fear into faith. Her stories and universal lessons provide a framework for releasing the blocks to what everyone most longs for: happiness, security and clear direction. These lessons can help us relinquish the need to control in order to relax into a sense of certainty and freedom – to stop chasing life and truly live. Ride the swell of your energy and true power to find strength when you are down, synchronicity and support when you are lost, safety in the face of uncertainty, and joy in what might otherwise be pain. Gabrielle has secrets to reveal, and she is determined to unleash the presence of your power with the comforting knowledge that the Universe has your back.
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‘Stylish, straight-talking and switched on … her tell-it-like-it-is tactics are attracting a new audience.’ ~ Sunday Times Style magazine. ‘ Young, hip and downto-earth, Gabrielle redefinied the idea that only wise men can be gurus … a self-help author and motivational speaker that women can really relate to.’ ~ Psychologies magazine.
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Letting Go – A Little Bit at a Time By Guy Finley Publisher: Llewellyn Publications US (1 January 2009) With more than 200,000 copies sold, Guy Finley’s classic The Secret of Letting Go touched people around the world. The best of Finley’s message of hope and selfliberation is available in this portable treasury of daily quotations. Along with an empowering quote for each day of the year, it features a new introduction by the author, inspiring illustrations, and comes in a handy “takeanywhere” size. This guide to wellness of the mind, body, and spirit makes it easy to let go of fear and reach a new kind of self-understanding that leads to true happiness. You too can discover how to extinguish self-defeating thoughts and habits that undermine true happiness. Exploring relationships, depression, and stress, his inspiring words can help you let go of debilitating anxiety, unnecessary anger, paralysing guilt, and painful heartache. True stories, revealing dialogues, and thought-provoking questions will guide you toward the endless source of inner strength and emotional freedom that resides within us all.
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“Filled with big ideas that just might change your life. Wise, witty, and important.” ~Daniel G. Amen, MD, author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life “This little book packs a big punch with great inspirational messages and wisdom that will open your heart and soul.” ~ John Assaraf, featured expert in the book and movie The Secret.
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Break Free: The Courage to Reinvent Yourself and Your Career
Jump … and Your Life Will Appear: An Inch-by-Inch Guide to Making a Major Change
By Lou Blaser Publisher: CreateSpace (26 August 2016)
By Nancy Levin Publisher: Hay House UK (15 April 2014)
Amelia Earhart once said “The most difficult thing in the world is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity.” Second-guessing, analysis paralysis, and overwhelm are three of the usual challenges we face during the decisionmaking stage. Lou Blaser, a career change advisor who’s been in the business for over 20 years, peels the onion layers and addresses the real issues that stop us from committing to a change in direction to pursue our career goals. With this book, you will learn: How to leverage your existing skills towards your new career, so that you’re not starting from scratch Steps you can take to garner support for your reinvention from family and friends The four most critical elements you need so you can start your new career confidently A tried-and-true process for reinventing your career happen without getting overwhelmed How to determine when you’re ready to make the change; and much much more. Break Free is a practical book that helps you make a decision and take the first steps towards the future of your own design.
Are you ready to make changes in your life – but feel something is holding you back? Is your soul asking you to take a leap – but you’re too afraid to take it? Are you ready for something new – but aren’t sure where to start? If this sounds like you, this book will give you the courage and faith you need to jump across the threshold from where you are – to where you want to be. Jump... and Your Life Will Appear is a step-by-step guide to clearing the path ahead so you can let go and make the change you need the most. With a series of effective exercises, coach and author Nancy Levin will walk you through your fear, usher you up to the moment of jumping and help you navigate what awaits on the other side. Whether you want to switch careers, move to a different part of the world, set boundaries with someone in your life or increase your capacity for self-love, Jump... and Your Life Will Appear will support you on a practical path from start to finish.
Write it Down, Let it Go: A Worry Relief Journal By Chronicle Books Publisher: Chronicle Books (2 August 2016) With soothing washes of colour throughout and helpful prompts culled from therapeutic practices, this journal is an inviting place to write down worries and send them on their way. Inspired by the widespread recommendation that writing down worries is an effective
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"The quality and source of vitamins and minerals is incredibly important. I highly trust the Jersey Foodstate products and recommend them through my clinic. There are no chemicals or fillers from unknown sources and many patients report superb results. Jersey Foodstate provides excellent support for health and vitality." Lorna Jackson, Healthpoint Acupuncture Clinic
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ALEXANDER FORBES
The 81-year-old group, which is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and headquartered in South Africa, employs approximately 4,000 people in 12 countries, all of whom are dedicated to delivering outstanding employee benefits solutions and administrative services for institutional clients and to securing the financial wellbeing of individual clients. As at 31 March 2016, the company’s assets under management were in excess of £19 billion. W: www.alexanderforbesoffshore.com E: info@aforbes.co.je T: +44 (0) 1534 837 837 2-6 Church Street, St Helier, Jersey JE2 3NN
AUGRÉ PHYSIOTHERAPY
A small and friendly practice, Augré Physiotherapy is based at the Lido Medical Centre. Their experienced team of physiotherapists have the ability to treat all musculoskeletal conditions and each are qualified in their own sub-speciality of physiotherapy. They specialise in knee and shoulder complaints. They also offer Pilates and specialised Pregnancy Pilates led by a qualified Physiotherapist and Personal Trainer. Classes are limited to just five people and conducted in a fully equipped gym. W: www.augrephysiotherapy.com E: info@augrephysiotherapy.com T: +44 (0) 1534 280 010
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AMANDA BOND WILD & HEARTFUL LIVING
Amanda works with people of all ages, focusing on providing support for stress and emotional trauma related conditions using gentle, yet powerful healing practices: Craniosacral Biodynamics, Ecotherapy, Wild Hearts EarthWalks, Flower Essence consultations, and Bespoke Essential Oil Blends ... either experienced singly or in combination, tailored to your needs. Clients have experienced relief from CFS/ME, Fibromyalgia, Anxiety, Depression, Panic Attacks, Tinnitus and Insomnia, also surgery and other physical trauma. E: cyrakinti@me.com T: +44 (0) 7700 349 822 Skype: red-tailedhawk
AYUSH WELLNESS SPA
Awarded ‘Best Spa in the South West UK & Channel Islands’ by the Good Spa Guide, Ayush Wellness Spa offers a combination of authentic Ayurvedic therapies and luxurious spa treatments. An Ayurvedic physician works with Indian and Western therapists to provide consultations and treatments and share with you the teachings of this timeless tradition enabling you to develop practices that will help restore and maintain mind and body. The concept is authentic in an environment that advocates a healthy lifestyle, enriching both physical and emotional wellbeing. W: www.ayushwellnessspa.com T: +44 (0) 1534 614 171 Hotel de France, St. Saviour’s Road, St Helier
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BENEST CORBETT RENOUF
Balanced. Collaborative. Reassuring. Our Family Law team is committed to helping you resolve your relationship problems and disputes in an amicable and conciliatory way. We advise on a wide range of family law issues, including nuptial agreements, divorce and financial settlements, adoption, surrogacy and children law matters. Benest Corbett Renouf offers a dynamic variety of collaborative law, mediation and traditional court based solutions, and we can advise which method of resolution is the most appropriate for you. W: www.bcrlawjersey.com E: barbara.corbett@bcrlawjersey.com T: +44 (0) 1534 760 860
ENERGETIX
Energetix combines sophisticated exclusive jewellery with the power of magnets. People wear the jewellery because they are fascinated by its radiance and want to have the power of magnets in their immediate vicinity all the time. All the jewellery and accessories have the same purpose, to give us moments of wellbeing in our daily life and each of these moments tells us we are on the right track. Designs for women, men, children and a great sports look. T: +44 (0) 1534 758 808 Up and Above, 50 Don Street, St Helier Order online at www.upandabovejersey.energetix.tv
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COGNITIVE HEALTH
Cognitive Health is a cognitive stimulation clinic led by Dr Juan Melendez and Diane Saralis, both who have specialist knowledge and experience in the field of dementia care. They provide screening and guidance for people who are worried about their memory and therapies for people who have been diagnosed with dementia. Services include confidential memory screening, cognitive training, nutrition guidance, physical activity, and social engagement. Mindfulness courses are also available. Patients can self-refer or be referred by their GP. 28 Clarendon Road, St Helier, Jersey W: www.cognitivehealthjersey.com E: info@cognitivehealthjersey.com T: +44 (0) 7797 925 484
GYM CLUB
GymClub provides its members with short-term, flexible access to a range of high-quality gym and spa venues in Jersey and the UK. Gain short-term access to luxury venues that would usually require a long-term commitment. There’s no buy-in or tie-in (you can put your membership on hold at any time). Simply sign up for membership from only £9pm (£99 for an annual membership) and purchase a pass for your chosen venue when you want to relax or work out. W: www.gymclub.com E: info@gymclub.com T: + 44 (0) 1534 887 265
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HEALTH POINT CLINIC
Lorna Jackson Acupuncture 1st BSc (Hons), MBAcC, AFN. Traditional acupuncture is more than pain management, treating headaches or back pain, it is uniquely suited to modern life as physical, emotional and mental blocks are seen as interdependent. Acupuncture is safe, gentle and it can be used by everyone, including babies, during pregnancy, sports enthusiasts and the elderly. Lorna operates from her clinics in The Lido Medical Centre and Greencliff Chiropractic Clinic. Most private health insurers cover acupuncture treatment. Please check before treatment.
W: www.healthpointclinic.co.uk E: lornajackson@healthpointclinic.co.uk T: +44 (0) 1534 852 039 (Greencliff Chiropractic) T: +44 (0) 1534 859 348 (Lido Medical Centre)
JANICKE MICHEL MASSAGE & REFLEXOLOGY
Janicke is a fully qualified Reflexology and Massage therapist offering mobile massage and reflexology. Morning and evening appointments are available in the comfort of your own home without the hassle of travelling home afterwards. Reflexology is not used to diagnose or cure health disorders, however millions of people around the world use it to complement other treatments when addressing conditions like anxiety, asthma, cancer, cardiovascular issues, diabetes, headaches, kidney function, PMS and sinusitis. E: yaninorway@yahoo.no T: +44 (0) 7797 886 600 FB: Janicke Michel Massage & Reflexology Mobile Therapist
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HEALTHHAUS
Healthhaus is a boutique styled private members club for the discerning health conscious individual. With the pace and pressures of modern living, the vision at Healthhaus is to provide an effective and time efficient fitness solution leaving you the opportunity to indulge in a 360˚ approach to wellness. Healthhaus Express is a smaller, more intimate club with service and support values synonymous with Healthhaus. Using Milon it gives you a time efficient fitness solution that can be incorporated seamlessly into your working day. W: www.healthhaus.co.uk E: info@healthhaus.co.uk T: +44 (0)1534 614 800
JERSEY FOODSTATE
Nutrients presented in a healthy, natural way, just as they are with whole food, Jersey Foodstate exists to provide the highest quality vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements, as well as information and education about diet and nutrition.
W: www.jerseyfoodstate.com T: +44 (0) 1534 855 280
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JERSEY MS THERAPY CENTRE
The Jersey MS Therapy Centre, soon to be the Oxygen Therapy Centre, is a local charity. Our aim is to help people on our island with various conditions such as MS, Fibromyalgia, ME, Stroke, Cancer, and many other conditions. We have a range of services including High Dose Oxygen Therapy, Complementary Therapies, Pilates, Cyclossage and Meditation. We also have a drop in whilst we are open, so if you fancy a chat, just pop in and we’ll put the kettle on. Opening Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-6pm. W: www.oxygen.org.je / E: info@oxygen.org.je T: +44(0)1534 737 297 M: +44(0)7797 766 672 (out of hours) Rope Walk, St Helier, JE2 4UU
KOTA CANDLES
Kota Candles was founded by Daisy Fernandes. Every Kota Candle is blended from Fairtrade and sustainable soy wax, premium grade fragrance and pure essential oils. Hand-poured with cotton or wood wicks, each candle is crafted with thoughtfulness on the Island of Jersey. Having always loved the soothing gentleness of candles at home and in her work as a therapist, Daisy started to make her own, experimenting with aromas and filling up old honey pots, jam jars and teacups. After a course in candle-making her new passion quickly took hold, and so Kota, in honour of her youngest child, was born. W: www.kotacandles.com E: kotacandles@gmail.com
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JULIE DRYBURGH HEALING BALANCE THERAPY
Julie has over 27 years experience working with clients and animals using a combination of advanced handson-healing techniques. She is an advanced professional in CranioSacral Therapy - specialising in Samoto Emotional Release; a Reiki Master and an advanced Theta Healing Practitioner. She is an Oracle Card Reader and a Spiritual Life Coach and also works with animals as an Animal Healing Practitioner. Using a combination of these modalities, Julie uses Healing Balance Therapy to balance mind, body and spirit. W: www.juliedryburgh.com E: julie@juliedryburgh.com T: +44 (0) 7797 742 347
NIKOLETT JONES WELLNESS WITH MAMMA JONES
Health and Spiritual Lifestyle Coach Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil Educator Coaching | Recipes | Webinars | Online Programmes | Local Workshops. With Nikolett | Mamma Jones, you will get specific on what authenticity is for you. We will get specific on your lifestyle, beliefs and self-judgement. With her help, you will fall in love with who you are all over again. Teaching you how to feel empowered, glorious, conscious and in charge. Botanically-Inspired Living through nutrition, mindset and self love. W: www.nikolettjones.com E: wellnesswithmammajones@live.com T: +44 (0)7700 328 470 Social Media: Wellness with Mamma Jones 95
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PAMELA PITCHER CONFIDENCE & CLARITY
Pamela empowers women to build natural confidence through her unique methodology, The Point, to enhance both your personal and business life. As well she facilitates the Point of Public Speaking for effective speaking skills and The Point of Advocates to grow your business powerfully. As a champion of never let negative thinking hold you back, she helps with phobias. Master of NLP, Hypnotherapy Practitioner with Distinction & EFT Practitioner. She is a certified motivational, social & emotional intelligence coach. W: www.pamelapitcher.com E: pamelapitcherconsulting@gmail.com T: +44 (0) 7700 702 213
SACRED DANCE MOVEMENT MEDICINE WITH BONNIE MCATEER
Movement Medicine is a contemporary practice, weaving together the teachings from many old Shamanic Traditions, to more recent forms of creative dance into a format we can work with to aid us in our present times. Bonnie has been training in this body of work since 2009 and has undergone a full apprenticeship and completed her teacher training. She is currently working as an apprentice teacher and holds weekly classes at L’Hermitage Beaumont. Bonnie is also a qualified therapist and reiki master and offers Bodywork healing (deep tissue /Swedish massage), Reflexology, and Indian head massage. E: bonniemcateer@yahoo.co.uk M: +44 (0) 7797 815 760 FB: Sacred Dance – A Movement Medicine Journey
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PURITY FOR MIND AND BODY
Maureen McCabe is a qualified LaStone Therapist specialising in massage treatments, reflexology and facials. LaStone Therapy or Geo-thermal therapy is the application of heated and chilled stones to the body; alternating temperatures can be beneficial to one’s health and wellbeing. All treatments are enhanced by the benefits of certified pure therapeutic essential oils. Maureen incorporates elements of LaStone philosophy into all treatments. Her aim is to provide luxurious and effective treatments, enabling you to relax, unwind and restore balance to your body, mind and soul. FB: Purity for Mind and Body E: purityformindandbody@gmail.com T: +44 (0) 1534 840 680
SANDRA ROBERTS HOLISTIC THERAPIST
Sandra offers a choice of Indian Head Massage and Aromatherapy Massage treatments, to suit your body’s needs. Aromatherapy Massage uses oils which are blended to suit your needs, and are relaxing, rebalancing and uplifting. She is also an energy healing therapist working with Reiki, a gentle hands-on healing treatment, bringing about stillness and leaving you feeling relaxed and nurtured, and Sekhem, to calm the mind, release negative emotions and promote positivity in your life. E: sandrarobertsjersey@gmail.com T: +44 (0) 7797 745 636
WELLBEING BUSINESS DIRECTORY WELCOME
SILKWORTH LODGE
Silkworth Lodge is the only residential rehabilitation treatment centre in the Channel Islands. It is a nonprofit organisation, owned and administered by The Families in Recovery Trust, to support those with drug and alcohol dependency, together with their families. If you would like to find out more about the programmes we offer or even enquire about some of our fundraising events, please get in touch.
W: www.silkworthlodge.co.uk E: info@silkworthlodge.co.uk T: +44 (0) 1534 729 060
THE FITNESS AGENCY
The Fitness Agency have an extensive fleet of treadmills, cycles, cross trainers and rowers for hire, available for a minimum period of 4 weeks from as little as £65 including delivery and collection. Exclusive CI agents for Life Fitness home equipment and many others also, they will help you decide on the type of exercise you need, which fitness equipment will benefit you the most, and will also help you assess whether to buy or hire. Please note that The Fitness Agency, Good Health, and Puffin Cycles are no longer based at Harbour Reach. They can be contacted on the numbers below. W: www.thefitnessagency.co.uk T: +44 (0) 1534 633 109 (The Fitness Agency) T: +44 (0) 1534 875 057 (Good Health) T: +44 (0) 1534 639 720 (Puffin Cycles) M: +44 (0) 7797 727 446 (All businesses)
Creating a WORLD of Difference
SILVIA WINCH AROMATHERAPIST
Take a moment to unwind, relax and experience the calm of Aromatherapy massage with Silvia from Beauty Rooms at Fitness First. There is nothing more indulgent than pampering massage, so let Silvia relieve the tension, knots and stress with the perfect stressbusting antidote. Massage alone is wonderfully relaxing, so combine it with the benefits of Essential Oils and you unlock benefits of the combined power of two. That’s Aromatherapy massage – if you never tried it you are in for a treat! E: silviawinch@gmail.com T: +44(0)7797 843 012 FB: Nails d’ Elegance
THE WELLNESS CENTRE (CASTLE QUAY)
How do YOU want to feel..? Our Specialised Team at The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) is here to help you feel your Best..! Chiropractic, Sports Therapy, Massage, Dermalogica & Environ Skin Care, Counselling Services, Float SPA Hydrotherapy (Floatation/ Sensory Deprivation Therapy), Wellness Studio (Yoga, Pilates, Meditation, Qigong classes).... The Wellness Centre (Castle Quay) really does have it all... There is Something for Everyone... W: www.the-wellness-centre.com E: the-wellness-centre@hotmail.com T: +44 (0) 1534 633 060 Millais House (Castle Quay), Rue De L’Eteau, St. Helier
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THELIFEKEY
Combining a PSTEC® Anxiety & Mindset Coach, and European Institute of Fitness Master Trainer, Steve & Linda Blampied have taken their passions for physical and mental wellbeing, their understanding of people, how they function, and what it really takes to get them physically and emotionally fit, and developed them into a holistic approach to total mind & body fitness. We work with anxiety, phobias, chronic pain, weight management and performance issues in sport or business, alongside conventional personal fitness training. We also offer a range of Vegan-certified, pure, safe and beneficial nutrition and personal care products. Initial consultations by phone/Skype or email are Free, with no commitment. W: www.thelifekey.com E: info@thelifekey.com T: +44 (0) 1534 863 141
UNAWATUNA
Unawatuna is Jersey’s only Sri Lankan restaurant. Found at The Weighbridge, Unawatuna offers a delicious and vast selection of vegan and vegetarian dishes as well as fresh meat and fish. Ingredients are seasonal and local wherever possible. Offering a specialised vegan night and other value menus and evenings at Unawatuna, there is something for everyone. Whether you like it hot and spicy or prefer your food mild, the medley of curries, dahls and side dishes are an ideal feast for any occasion. W: www.unawatuna.je T: +44 (0) 1534 888 430
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THERAPYBREAKS
Ann Marie Clarke of Therapybreaks practices at the Lido Medical Centre, Jersey. She provides psychotherapy, coaching, professional supervision and therapy breaks for individuals, couples and families. Psychotherapy can help with many life changes and challenges e.g. Stress, Work related problems, Depression, Anxiety, Loss, Eating disorders, Experience of abuse, Alcohol and drug problems, Parenting and Redundancy. Coaching supports you in discovering effective ways of living your life and achieving fulfilment. Ann Marie offers a free 30 minute consultation to assist you in deciding which is the best support for you. W: www.therapybreaks.com E: annmarie@therapybreaks.com T: Ann Marie +44 (0) 7797 770 059
WINNIE HOLISTICS MASSAGE THERAPY
Winnie La Riviere is a friendly, confident and qualified therapist offering a variety of efficient massage treatments including Body Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Back Neck & Shoulder Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stones Massage Therapy, and Foot Reflexology. She is based at Unit 2, 3 Maison Victor Hugo, Greve D’Azette, St Clement, and also offers a mobile service. E: winnieholistics@gmail.com T: +44 (0) 7797 825 171 3 Maison Victor Hugo, Greve D’Azette, St Clement