Changing clocks: advice from Ingrid Fournier, sophrologist, on how to live this moment with serenity

21 Oct 2023 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

Like every year, the last Sunday in October is the day when British Summer Time (or Daylight Saving Time) ends. On the night of 28-29 October, our clocks and alarm clocks will go back an hour. This...

Menopause

Menopause and diet: how to eat well to reduce symptoms?

18 Oct 2023

Menopause is a natural biological process in women's lives, which corresponds to the cessation of ovarian functions. Arriving in most women around the age of 50, menopause generates symptoms known as...

Mental health: learn to control your anxiety using the 10/10/10 rule

10 Oct 2023 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Learning to cope with your fears is also a way of improving your mental health. But there is no universal rule for taking a step back from a difficult situation that is tormenting us. However, an...

Tips on how to relieve pain without drugs

1 Oct 2023 • 2 Likes

Pain is often perceived as a warning signal from the body, indicating that something is wrong. Whether physical or emotional, pain affects quality of life. While many people opt for medication to...

How to get a better sleep: tips from a sophrologist

30 Sep 2023

Our relationship with sleep is a complicated one, and we spend a lot of time worrying about it. Because sleeping well is vital! But the less we manage to fall asleep, the more we worry about not...

Emotional Trauma: How to recover and become resilient?

25 Sep 2023 • 1 Like

Emotional trauma can take root in a single agonising moment or build up slowly, over a lifetime. Sometimes, it can hijack the mind, leaving a person haunted by their memories, battling anxiety, or...

Positive solitude: what are the benefits of having some alone time?

23 Sep 2023 • 1 Like

Many people tend to shun or dread solitude. But it's not always a synonym to isolation, and it can be hugely beneficial to our well-being. So what does it mean to enjoy being alone? What are the...

Multiple sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis: How to break the news to your children?

21 Sep 2023 • 2 Likes

Telling your children about your diagnosis is a delicate yet necessary step. There is no "one-size-fits-all" method to prepare for these sensitive discussions.Nevertheless, Alain Lagreze, an expert...

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Getting a Transplant and Best Practices after Surgery

18 Sep 2023 • 1 Like • 1 comment

Our kidneys might very well be the unsung heroes of our body. However, conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and infections can compromise their vital functions, significantly impacting...

How to Take Care of your Vaginal Microbiome?

4 Sep 2023 • 2 Likes

The vagina is home to a dynamic yet delicate ecosystem of microorganisms that hold the key to intimate well-being, called the vaginal microbiome. Attending to its needs has often been neglected, yet...

Self-Compassion for Mental Health: Can it make you happier?

28 Aug 2023 • 3 Likes • 1 comment

In a world often consumed by self-criticism and comparison, self-compassion emerges as a powerful antidote. It involves responding to failures and feelings of inadequacy with kindness, understanding,...

How can you avoid travellers' diarhhoea while on holiday?

19 Aug 2023 • 4 Likes • 1 comment

Travellerss diarrhoea (TD) is a common gastrointestinal ailment that can quickly spoil a holiday. However, with the right preparation and rigorous hygiene, you can minimise the risks of catching it...