Carolyn Spiller Hypnotherapy

Finding joy in the little things not only has many temporary benefits, it can also be an investment in our long-term wellbeing. 🙂

Finding joy in the little things really can benefit your wellbeing – a scientist explains Enjoying a cup of coffee or performing an act of kindness are some examples of the everyday ‘micro-joys’ that can boost your wellbeing.

Some good suggestions on ways to support your mental health.

Beyond the bubble bath: 10 meaningful habits to support your mental health - Positive News ‘Self-care’ has been monetised to within an inch of its scented candle-lit life, so what truly bolsters mental health?

Hypnotherapy can help with anxieties regarding travel.

Here is a testimonial from a client I helped with driving anxiety. This client has given consent for her testimonial to be shared.

www.carolynspiller.co.uk/hypnotherapy-for-driving-anxiety-a-client-testimonial/

Today is World Mental Health Day - a day to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, no matter what you’re going through.

World Mental Health Day 2023 We celebrate World Mental Health Day every year on 10 October. The theme for 2023 is ‘Mental health is a universal human right’.

It's good to know that taking a little snooze in the day (up to half an hour) is good for our brain and helps keep it bigger for longer. 🙂

A daytime nap is good for the brain Those prone to napping had brains that looked up to six years younger than everyone else.

Interesting new research on the effects of alcohol use.

Alcohol Use Disorder: More Alcohol, More Impairment, Regardless of Drinking Habits - Neuroscience News While individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD) display less impairment after consuming a standard intoxicating dose, they exhibit significantly more impairment when the consumption aligns with their usual heavier drinking habits.

My latest blog - the links between gut health and mental wellbeing, and how hypnotherapy can help to treat irritable bowel syndrome.

www.carolynspiller.co.uk/the-gut-brain-connection-and-treatment-for-ibs/

Yesterday I received a lovely testimonial from a client I was seeing earlier this year. She has given consent for this testimonial to be shared.

“Hi Carolyn, I just thought I would let you know how grateful I am for your help to recover from my breakdown. I am happy, confident, optimistic and back to my old self. I could never have imagined that would happen, but with your support I have got there. I have bought a house and will get the keys tomorrow. I am so excited for my new life and future.”

A good article on finding ways to cope with anxiety concerning climate change.

Eco-anxiety: how to cope at a time of climate crisis Find out about eco-anxiety and learn how to turn it into positive action for the planet with five top tips from Force of Nature's Sacha Wright.

Another interesting new finding about the brain.

This latest study found that adding more magnesium-rich foods, such as spinach and nuts, to our daily diet can help reduce age-related brain shrinkage and stave off symptoms of dementia.

A Higher Dose of Magnesium Each Day Keeps Dementia at Bay - Neuroscience News Adding more magnesium-rich foods, such as spinach and nuts, to your daily diet can help reduce age-related brain shrinkage and stave off symptoms of dementia, a new study reports.

Scientists have found that quitting smoking reduces symptoms of depression, anxiety and stress. People find that their mood improves after they quit smoking.

www.carolynspiller.co.uk/stop-smoking/

I really like these monthly calendars from Action for Happiness.

The March calendar focuses on mindfulness and offers some great ideas on ways to approach each day with awareness and compassion.

Learning to live mindfully can help us get more out of life and cope better in difficult times.

One of the topics that fascinates me about the human brain is sleep and why our brains need it. In this new study on sleep it was interesting to read how the seasons affect the quality of our sleep.

Humans Don’t Hibernate, but We Still Need More Winter Sleep - Neuroscience News REM sleep is 30 minutes longer in Winter than in Summer for most people, a new study reveals.

This is an interesting new finding - cinnamon can help improve memory and learning, and reduce some symptoms of anxiety.

Spice of Life: Cinnamon Helps Boost Learning and Memory - Neuroscience News Adding a dash of cinnamon to your diet, or chewing on a stick of cinnamon gum can help boost memory and learning, and stave off some symptoms of anxiety, a new study finds.

I awoke to the sound of birds singing this morning. It feels as if spring is just around the corner. 🙂

Even small bouts of physical activity throughout the day, just a minute or two at a time, can give our mental wellness a boost.

A Healthy Mind: How Exercise Can Improve Your Mental Wellness - Neuroscience News Even small bouts of physical activity and exercise throughout the day can help to boost your mental well-being.

Interesting new research shows that low to moderate stress may be good for our brain function, especially when it comes to memory.

However, when stress levels rise above moderate and become constant that stress becomes toxic.

Low to Moderate Stress Is Good for You - Neuroscience News Low-to-moderate stress may be beneficial for your brain function, especially when it comes to working memory. However, when stress levels rise above moderate levels, they can become toxic.

I've always found being in nature listening to birds singing has a calming effect on me. A new study shows that even listening to a recording of birdsong can help to reduce anxiety.

Listen! Birdsong Is Good for Mental Health - Neuroscience News Listening to birdsong reduces anxiety and paranoia, a new study reports.

One of the reasons I enjoy helping people to stop smoking is that it's such a life changing event.

www.carolynspiller.co.uk/why-choose-hypnotherapy-to-stop-smoking/

Autumn is a great time of year to appreciate the restorative power of nature. The rich light and flamboyant blaze of warm, earthy colours can provide a most powerful tonic to our mood.

www.carolynspiller.co.uk/the-power-of-nature/

Why gratitude is good for us and five suggestions on ways to practise it.

Why gratitude is good for us – and five ways to practise it this winter For many people, winter can bring on the blues. Nurturing gratitude can help shift our focus to what’s positive

If you're looking for ways to embrace this winter, here are some great ideas from Positive News readers who have been sharing their tips for better wellbeing during the colder months.

How to look after your mental health this winter, according to you For World Mental Health Day, we asked Positive News readers what they do to boost their mental health during winter. This is what they said

It's World Mental Health Day today. Here are some top tips on looking after your mental health.

Our best mental health tips - backed by research This guide provides you with our best tips on how to look after your mental health - backed by research.

Stay cool today 😀

Many people who see a hypnotherapist for something quite specific are pleased to notice how other aspects of their wellbeing also improve.

In my latest blog I have shared two testimonials that demonstrate the positive ripple effect of hypnotherapy.

https://www.carolynspiller.co.uk/improving-your-wellbeing-through-hypnosis/

A great little article showing 6 different ways that flowers and plants can improve our mental health.

pushdoctor.co.uk/what-we-treat/mental-health/articles/6-mental-health-benefits-of-plants

One of the topics that crops up in therapy sessions is the importance of being kind to ourselves. My latest blog looks at how self-kindness benefits both our emotional and our physical wellbeing.

https://www.carolynspiller.co.uk/the-effects-of-self-kindness-vs-self-judgement/

My latest blog focuses on the link between sleep and anxiety levels.

Whilst a good night's sleep stabilises emotions, a sleepless night can trigger up to a 30% rise in anxiety levels.

https://www.carolynspiller.co.uk/the-link-between-sleep-and-anxiety/

What a lovely calendar, with some great ideas on ways to find and share the little joys in life. 🙂