Litter-Free Christmas: 5 ways to turn Household Trash into Holiday Decorations
It’s Christmas. Once again, it’s that time of year when those special boxes come out of storage and out come the decorations for your home. Whether they be coloured baubles for the tree, tinsel chains to wrap around the bannisters or a wreath for the front door, these decorations are
4 Sustainable Fashion Businesses in Hong Kong
As discussed in previous articles, the global fashion industry is one of the most polluting in the world. Recently, at a panel on circular fashion at ReThink 2022, I was reminded not only of this fact, but of Hong Kong’s massive contribution to fashion pollution, which includes 392 tonnes of
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
The Hidden Life of Trees Review- Why we can learn much more from trees than you think!
Did you know trees can release airborne scents that “warn” nearby trees to produce chemicals to make their leaves more bitter and deter hungry herbivores? Are you aware that parent trees can “hear” their thirsty offspring crying for water through low-frequency sound waves? Or that some species can “feed” their
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
Conservation in the Bank: 3 financial initiatives helping the planet
Prefer not to read? WELL, listen to this article by clicking on the playerThe power and influence of “big finance” really can’t be overstated, particularly the potential it has to save the environment. The global capital markets currently hold over US$ 300 trillion, and only around 1.5% of that (US$
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
Book Review: The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the power of Consciousness, Matter, & Miracles by Dr. Bruce Lipton
Prefer not to read? WELL, listen to this article by clicking on the player Published in 2006, Bruce Lipton’s The Biology of Belief has become a best-selling classic within the genre of self-improvement and human psychology. It’s now considered a foundational text in the burgeoning field of epigenetics, described by
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
5 non-fiction books that will Broaden Your Perspective on Work and Life
2022 is well underway. Like many of you though, I feel as though I’m still working to get in a “proper groove” with work and life. I’m about halfway through 5 different book titles, behind on multiple work projects and juggling family responsibilities. So, when I sat down to write this
Redress Design Award 2022
Seventy million barrels of oil per year to make polyester alone. The world’s fourth largest lake sucked dry to water cotton fields. A dump truck of textile waste incinerated or landfilled every second, with a 60% increase projected by 2030. The Aral Sea in Central Asia has been dried up
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
I’m dreaming of a waste-free Christmas – 4 ideas for eco-friendly gift wrapping
It’s the most wonderful time of the year … and the most wasteful. Christmas is known and loved across large parts of the world as a time of festive cheer and merrymaking. But amidst all the merriment, something that tends to be conveniently forgotten about is how much waste is
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Stand-Up Paddle Boarding: 4 Reasons to Exercise in the Great Outdoors
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Say NO to Plastic! Sustainable Swaps for the Home
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Top 5 Financial Empowerment and Stress Reduction Strategies for Women
I could begin by telling you how women are paid less than men, that women are more likely ...
How to follow your passion: Ask Mother Martha
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7 money management tips for entrepreneurs starting a business in Hong Kong
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How Much Lai See to Give for Chinese New Year?
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Better Sleep in 2021: 3 simple tips to help you rest easy
Good sleep is crucial to our physical and emotional wellbeing. Without a good night’s ...
5 Easy Yoga Tips for Busy Hong Kongers
In today’s world of 24-hour business, endless to-do lists and multitasking as the norm, we ...
How to Leverage Ancient Chinese Wisdom: “Roll with Punches” in the Year of the Ox
8 lessons we can draw from a poem by Wang Wei: 行到水窮處 坐看雲起時 As the pandemic continues into ...
5 tips for going Vegan: How to Maintain and Enjoy a Vegan Diet in Hong Kong
WELL’s CEO Emily Kelleher (vegan for 6 years and counting) shares her personal advice to ...
Sustainable Fashion in Hong Kong: Eco-friendly Brands Moving Women’s Fashion into the Future
In the world of women’s fashion, “sustainable” was once a term most companies wanted to ...
Last minute WELLness Gift Ideas for Hong Kongers
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Digital Minimalism: 30-day digital detox guide to focus your life and reset your goals
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Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong 2020: The meaning behind it and tips for enjoying it like a local (中秋節-人月兩團圓)
What is Mid-Autumn Festival? Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the three biggest Chinese ...
CBD in Hong Kong: What’s all the hype about?
WELL, CBD has become quite a hot topic here in Hong Kong. Below you’ll find in-depth ...
欲速则不达 A Piece of Ancient Chinese Wisdom We Can All Learn From
The Chinese language possesses an undeniable beauty of expression… With just a few ...
