Mindfulness in the workplace. What you need to know to become more productive, happier, and focused at work
I’ve been there, many times. For years I thought it was ‘normal’. The constant frantic calls from clients making (mostly) ludicrous demands, my boss constantly reminding me of my monthly targets, and my colleagues’ seemingly enhanced hour-by-hour attempts to sabotage my work! I thought this was how it was ‘supposed
Life Saving Training: How Sai Kung First Aid can prepare you for the next emergency
Accidents can happen anywhere, to anyone, at any time. They also come in many forms, whether its spilling scalding hot coffee on yourself, or having some poorly stacked boxes fall on you, or even a child bumping their head after falling off a scooter. In such scenarios, it pays to
How to avoid being Greenwashed: 5 signs to watch out for
Corporations are no strangers to virtue signalling. With the right advertising catering to the dominant public sentiment of the time, it’s all too easy to persuade people that you support the causes they do and that buying your products somehow helps to advance those causes, whilst glossing over everything you
Panacea or Pollutant? What you need to know about Bioplastics
Plastic waste is one of the biggest and most obvious environmental crises of our time. As of 2015, an estimated 6.3 billion tonnes of it had been generated. It is polluting our beaches, choking marine wildlife and, perhaps most unnervingly, has even found its way into our own bodies, to
Is nature bathing right for you? What it is and tips for how to get started
If your doctor prescribed you a day of sick leave in the forest, for anxiety and high blood pressure instead of pharmaceuticals, would you question his judgement?Who reading this hasn’t ever experienced degree stress, anxiety, depression, insomnia, brain fog, etc.? In these times especially, finding a sustainable and natural way
Playful Movement – An Underutilized Weapon Against Aging and Stagnation
Did you know that connections in your brain are either growing or dying off, depending on your lifestyle? Celebrity psychologist Dr. Amen says it best: “When you stop learning, your brain starts dying.” While this may sound a bit harsh, studies have proven his hypothesis to be true. Certainly, an
You are not alone! Communication tips & resources for Hong Kongers dealing with youth mental health challenges
In my work as partner of QNTM consulting, I often speak with leaders in well-being and management teams of Asian based companies looking to better support their workforces and support the UN’s Sustainability Development Goal #3 (SDGs) related to good health and well-being. Working with stakeholders of all levels, my
Playful Development: How Island Sports Hong Kong makes sports classes more accessible to children
Not everyone is a natural sports person. Chances are you might have known (or even been) someone who dreaded gym class and spent every minute of it waiting for the end-of-lesson bell. And yet, sports participation can potentially add such great value to a child’s life, whether they become a
A holistic understanding of our digestive systems: 3 Tips for improving your diet (and life)
First spoken in 1826 by French lawyer, politician and author of Physiologie du goût (The Physiology of Taste) Jean Anthelme Brillat- Savarin, the phrase “you are what you eat” was coined. The original version actually went more along the lines of “Tell me what you eat and I will tell you
3 Powerful Secrets of Massage Therapy
When I describe my profession as ‘massage therapist’, I get the sort of response one might expect if I had just called myself a ‘magician’. But as most spas and massage parlors are booked more than ever these days, it’s important that consumers have a deeper understanding of how their
3 of the most underrated therapies that can significantly improve your wellbeing
While in these times, there are more instances of ill health than ever, there are also proportionately many more resources for healing. By resources, I mean the myriad of alternative therapies and modern medicine treatments available. There are a few hundred alternative therapies practiced, and while not all may not
Teenage depression- A father’s story about his daughter’s mental health struggles
WELL, being a parent is hard. It’s especially difficult to parent children going through mental health struggles. Kids these days face an increasing amount of pressure- social media, pandemic-related social restrictions and anxiety, the constant stream of unfiltered media being thrown at them. As the documentary The Social Dilemma illuminates,
I’m Feeling Down – What to Do? 3 Strategies to help with mental struggles
Help me if you can I’m feeling downAnd I do appreciate you being ‘roundHelp me get my feet back on the groundWon’t you please, please help me(The Beatles, Help!, 1965)Humans are not well designed to handle change. Is it any wonder then that we all feel a bit down from
The Mental Health Benefits of Nature
In December of 2019, I was in a dark place, mentally. Not only had I been struggling with anxiety and depression related to the ongoing climate and ecological crisis for over three years, but a British general election which I had hoped might finally catalyse substantive action against it had
How to Develop Mental Resilience- 7 Baby Steps to Help You
If you want to understand what resilience is really about, you need to travel back in time.A time when you failed so many times that you didn’t bother to keep score. You tried and felt so bad that your body was hurting, but the only thing on your mind was
Tainted Meat: How Animal Agriculture is Making us Sick
The COVID-19 pandemic has fueled increased scrutiny of wild meat markets, like the one in Wuhan where the disease is thought to have originated. Given the dirty, crowded conditions and poor veterinary controls of many such markets, it is not difficult or that uncommon for viruses to mutate and jump
5 Mental Benefits of Open Water Swimming: Hong Kong’s year-round sport that’s always on!
Many years ago, open water swimming sounded scary to me. The fear of the unknown, no blue line to follow, the absence of the reassuring sight of the pool deck, the murky waters, the waves… What if I can’t stay afloat? What if there is something underneath me? What if
Have a pleasure filled Earth Day with the world’s 1st recyclable sex toy: Premium eco by Womanizer
We believe that highlighting all aspects of WELLness is important, and studies show that orgasms are much more than just a moment of pleasure. Regular orgasms improve circulation, strengthen your immune system, relieve headaches, and can even help to regulate your menstrual cycle! On top of the physical benefits, regular
‘Bumping Abroad’ Marie Leopard bares all
This month at WELL, Magazine Asia, we have been celebrating some of Hong Kong’s wonderful ...
Imposter Syndrome – How to Recognise It, How to Deal With It
Imposter Syndrome — who has not heard of it? Or even identified with it? In the age ...
The Real Detox
We are all exposed to toxins on a daily basis. They are hidden in the foods we eat, the ...
How I Fixed Weight Gain, Acne, and Bloating with Ayurveda
In my early twenties, I was diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance (PCOS) which led to severe ...
Mental Notes with Karen Chiang
A first-person look into getting therapy and why you should try it out too. As long as ...
The Power of Jealousy – What Hold Do Insecurities Have Over Us
Does it feel like in the 21st century everyone has suddenly become an excellent ...
Evolution of Strength: Body Confidence
WELL, we caught up with Diane Younes, New York Lawyer and Founder of Sponge, and Beth ...
When Fitness Turns Into Community
Reminding ourselves the true meaning of fitness and wellness Reminding ourselves the true ...
Form and Function with James Wong
Edition 1 – The Perfect Squat With the popularity of a “strong not skinny” approach ...
Being the Boss of You: Three Daily Strategies
I’m on my third coffee, it’s late afternoon and I’m rushing through a project I’ve put off ...
How Ignoring Your Menstrual Cycle is Ruining Your Workouts
It’s a Tuesday morning and I’m at the squat rack. I’ve loaded up the bar with weights, and ...
