Author Archives: Lorraine McGuigan

Love You: Are you a stress eater?

At almost 52, the penny finally dropped that I am a stress eater. I tend to cope pretty well in the moment and calm in a crisis and all that ….but! After the challenges, when the stress has abated I can run into difficulties. I guess previously I would have had a “rewarding” glass ofContinue reading “Love You: Are you a stress eater?”

Love You: Dealing with Emotional Distress

How often have you been advised to stop worrying or just let things be? Yet, when faced with a challenging interpersonal conflict, your emotional reaction can be so intense that it feels almost physical. It’s distressing, like an injury that you can actually sense within you. Interestingly, when you sustain a physical injury, there’s aContinue reading “Love You: Dealing with Emotional Distress”

Love You: Loving the body you have

I am a 51 year old, recently qualified yoga teacher. My hamstrings are tight and my left hip gives me gyp! Yoga is first and foremost a work “in” not a workout and absolutely a work in progress. I am sharing with you my vinyasa prep for class tonight – during which the food deliveryContinue reading “Love You: Loving the body you have”

Love You: When things go wrong

This week has been challenging due to premenstrual symptoms, perimenopause, and sore joints, affecting my well-being and yoga practice. However, maintaining my daily rituals—consistent sleep, a cozy home environment, yoga practice, staying busy to avoid overthinking, and improving nutrition—has provided stability and strength during this turbulent time.

Love You: Unleash your potential

Are you your biggest barrier? As a mum, wife, doctor and yogi, wellness enthusiast and medical educator, I wear many hats. Even during the most challenging days—often characterised by an overwhelming demand for my attention and a limited number of hours—I find purpose in my life. I feel fortunate to have a career that IContinue reading “Love You: Unleash your potential”

Love You: New Years Resolutions or simply playing with possibilities

After enjoying the holiday season, many individuals naturally shift their focus to the upcoming year, pondering the potential opportunities and experiences it might bring. Some set resolutions centered around their health and wellness, but all too often, these intentions fade away by the end of January. This is part of the human experience; it’s similarContinue reading “Love You: New Years Resolutions or simply playing with possibilities”

Your Appearance and Identity: A Complex Connection

We all have our routines in the morning when we get dressed to present ourselves to the world. Have you ever considered what your morning routine reveals about your personality? Whether you don a uniform or adhere to a particular dress code, we all strive to showcase our individual tastes. Of course, there are thoseContinue reading “Your Appearance and Identity: A Complex Connection”

Love You: Festive Well-being Bingo

The holiday season can be incredibly hectic, and it should also be a time of joy and celebration. However, it often leads to feelings of stress and habits like overeating and inactivity. To help you and your loved ones find some peace amidst the chaos this Christmas, I’ve put together a delightful well-being bingo game.Continue reading “Love You: Festive Well-being Bingo”

Love You: Nurturing Connections for Better Well-Being

The Desire for Connection   Two fundamental aspects of being part of BSLM are nurturing healthy relationships and maintaining mental well-being. I hadn’t previously considered the significance of quality relationships as a standalone pillar of wellness, but it’s clear that difficulties in our connections—whether at work, home, or within our communities—can significantly impact our mentalContinue reading “Love You: Nurturing Connections for Better Well-Being”