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How to overcome social anxiety

Train yourself to feel more comfortable

Does the thought of public speaking make your blood run cold? How about making small talk at a work function, dating, meeting new people, using public bathrooms, eating in front of others, or working out among the ultra-toned posse at the gym? If not, you’re in the minority. In a series of studies by American psychologist Philip Zimbardo, 40 per cent of people described themselves as chronically shy and most others admitted feeling shy in certain situations. Only five per cent claimed to never feel bashful at all. ...

Raw falafel salad 
with cashew aioli (vegan)

Healthy recipes from Lola Berry

Looking for healthy lunch ideas? Try this raw falafel salad with homemade cashew aioli. ...

Fish oil supplements - do they work?

Janella Purcell answers your questions about health and diet. ...

Understanding food intolerances

Not just a food fad

Navigating the somewhat ambiguous world of food intolerances can be a daunting and isolating journey. But there are innumerable positive experiences involved, with social understanding and acceptance ever increasing and the numbers of those with a food intolerance ever growing, writes Christina Bulbrook. ...

Meditation: a simple way to detox your mind

But you need to practise!

Q. What are some simple ways to detox your mind after the stressful Christmas/New Year period? ...

3 ways to beat bad breath

Simple changes to your diet

Your diet has a lot to do with your breath. ...

Hidden health effects of stress

If feeling strung out is your chronic state, your HPA axis can become more easily triggered, causing a cycle of stress that is exhausting and difficult to break, says Stephanie Osfield. ...

Homemade health foods

It's time to get back in the kitchen!

Some health foods are easier to make at home than you'd guess and come packed with more health benefits then money can buy, writes Louise Wedgwood. ...

How to kickstart your creative career

Your path to creativity.

Naomi Morrow shows us how to pinpoint your creativity and how to live a life full of passion. ...

How can I get into a more positive mindset?

Janella Purcell answers your questions

Is it possible to re-train your brain and turn negative thoughts into positive thoughts? The answer is yes! ...

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