Whilst mindful baking may not be good for our waistlines, it turns out this wholesome pastime is good for your mental health. If you find yourself feeling anxious or restless, it may be time to dig out those baking trays you’ve been keeping at the back of your cupboards. Next...
A warm soak can be just what you need to take your racing mind off the stresses of the day. Working from home taking its toll on you? A great way to help switch off from work mode is to run a bath and allow yourself to unwind. The risk...
Here at Scentered we have created six unique and custom blends of essential oils, to help you transition with ease throughout each part of your day. Each of our six scents LOVE, FOCUS, DE-STRESS, SLEEP WELL, HAPPY and ESCAPE have been created with 100% natural essential oils, to aid your...
Why is sleep so important? We tend to think of sleep as a time when our minds and body shut down, but this is far from the truth. Sleep is the time when your mind and body repair themselves and a lot of work goes on behind the scenes. You...
What is emotional wellbeing? People that are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts, feelings and consequential actions. It doesn’t mean they never get upset, or get angry; it just means that when these feelings do come along, they know how to deal with them and control their emotions...
If like many of us you are currently in isolation, I’m sure we don’t need to tell you how hard it can be emotionally. With everything we know and love being put on hold and shifted, our daily routines have drastically changed. No longer are we able to freely see...
With Mother’s Day falling on Sunday the 10th May this year, the date is fast approaching. I am sure we are not the only ones reflecting on our special relationships with our mom’s and feeling grateful for everything they do for us. With the recent outbreak of Coronavirus, many of...
With the recent outbreak of Coronavirus, many of us have had to adapt to the new challenges of working from home. Whilst this is a new experience for some, others have been working from home for much longer. So what are their secrets on staying motivated, productive and most importantly…...
Everyone is experiencing a bit of uncertainty during this turbulent time, small businesses included. With vital restrictions affecting all aspects of daily life, small businesses may be feeling the pinch with jobs and livelihoods at risk. Are you wondering how you can support a small business but don’t know where...
Aromatherapy For thousands of years ancient cultures, in India and China especially, have used aromatherapy to better the wellbeing of humans. In simpler terms, aromatherapy is a way of connecting your thoughts and feelings to scents and using those scents to control your emotional wellbeing. Aromatherapy gives you psychological benefits...
The coronavirus and self-isolation has come as a shock to us all, and changed our lives for the foreseeable future. So it’s natural to respond in a state of uncertainty and confusion, we’ve never had to deal with a situation like it before. However these feelings can have a detrimental...
Aromatherapy is an all natural way of dealing with the motions of day to day life. But with so many aromas and essential oils to choose from, where do you start? To help you choose between our six unique blends we have created a quick and easy quiz! Find...
The beginning of April marks the start of Stress Awareness Month. Stress is something we feel very strongly about here at Scentered as it is a very real and dominating feeling that is present in most of our everyday lives. While stress stems from abstract emotions, feelings and situations, it...
t all starts with falling asleep, naturally. As with anything, if you fail to prepare, prepare to fail. To wake up and not feel tired you must first lay the foundations for a good night’s sleep. This includes winding down before you go to sleep, allowing all distractions to be...
Keep a routine when working from home As many of us have plunged into the deep end of working from home, with little time to prepare and a heavy cloud of uncertainty hanging over our heads as a major distraction, it can be hard to know what to do next....
What is ayurveda? Ayurvedic medicine is one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems, developed more than 3,000 years ago in India. Ayurveda is based on the belief that health and wellbeing depend on a delicate balance between your mind, body, and spirit. It’s used to promote overall well being,...
What is a wellbeing ritual? There’s a lot of misconception about rituals and in this modern day, we use them all the time without even knowing it. A ritual doesn’t have to be that of chants and rain dances, or used by religious cults or in horror films. Many of...
In light of the recent COVID-19 virus and the self quarantine and work from home status many of us find ourselves in, here is a little guide that might help anyone who is trying to work from home in these uncertain times. These tips come from a team that work...
What is Meditation? Meditation is a technique that is used for relaxation and quieting of the mind. Did you know there is more than one type of meditation? In Buddhist tradition, ‘meditation’ is not a single thing, but a broader term that encompasses all different forms of meditation. The term...
What is a wellbeing ritual? A wellbeing ritual is kind of like a habit, but one that is good for you and that you do on purpose with meaning. A wellbeing ritual is a process that you go through each day that will help you work towards your wellness goals...