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...
Mother’s Day is fast approaching (it’s 10th May in case you forgot!) and with everything our mums do for us, it’s that time of year when it is their turn to get spoiled rotten. Being a mum is arguably one of the hardest jobs out there. It is 24 hours...
I can bet that everyone has gone through the motions of feeling nervous or anxious at some point. The quickening heart rate, shallow breathing and tense muscles can be an all too familiar sensations for some, and not a pleasant one at that. This reaction is our body’s natural response...
At Scentered we know how important mental health is, which is why we have created the ultimate list of 5 ways to improve your mental health, work on your anxiety and become more positive. Keep reading to find out how you can make a start today... 1. Digital detox Take...
Mindfulness seems to be the latest craze with everyone talking about it and writing about it, but what is it and how can you incorporate mindfulness into your already jam packed day? At Scentered we are here to tell you how. Have you ever been driving back from work and...
When you wake up at 3 am and your brain is doing that thing where it runs through all the things you should have done yesterday… what does that voice say to you? Sometimes the little voice in our head can be less than encouraging. However, we should all make an...
What is your limbic system? The limbic system is a small part of the brain that deals with memories, emotions and stimulations. The limbic system is split into different sections that work in different ways. The amygdala for example helps record memories and associate them with feelings, like a fun...
Have you ever tried a digital detox? It sounds a bit new-age and millenial, until you stop to think about just how much technology you use every single day. Many of us will begin our day with our smartphones, often before we’ve even pulled back the bed covers. Then there’s...
The winter can be beautiful and peaceful if you know how to appreciate the different stages of nature, the bare trees and the frosted fallen leaves in the morning, but for the most of it, I’m sure the majority of our community would quite happily spend our days indoors.Days can...
Practicing building and preserving boundaries is something we could all do with a little more of in our lives. Boundaries are part of our everyday life, we have boundaries with our co-workers, friends, families, employers and partners. They allow us to signify to others when a line is being crossed...
When you really take a look at the habits of organised people, you see there isn’t really much to it. Their lives are pretty simple, and easy to maintain - that’s why they are so good are being organised. They aren’t the superhuman you thought they were. But becoming organised...
Self-love comes in many shapes and forms. You can read, make time for friends, or learn to say no to things that just aren’t right for you at that moment, there is no right and wrong journey to self-love. Self-love is all about learning to your own self-worth and being...
We all love lighting a scented therapeutic candle, not only do they add a cosy touch to your space at this time of year, but they add a hint of luxury to our evenings. However, the benefits of burning candles don’t stop there, therapeutic candles can have mental and physical...
Allowing yourself to be more selfish with your wants and needs can seem, well… selfish. The idea of selfishness often comes with negative connotations and shame, with it too often being used as an insult. What if we told you that being more selfish is a good thing, and will...