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In this podcast, Alice from Minderful speaks with Elsa Bustamante and Youmna Aoukar, the co-founders of INARA, a neuroscience-backed experiential fragrance business. The conversation explores the power of scent and sound in meditation, as well as the benefits of aligning with one's deepest self.
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After forty-five years of active involvement with the Massachusetts Audubon Society, you could say that Chris knows a little bit about birdwatching... He's travelled the globe and helped other birdwatching enthusiasts see some of the rarest birds in the world, but he still gets excited to see a sparrow in his garden. Chris' dedication to the world of birds comes across easily as he talks about his books, travels, and birdwatching as a key part of his life. A must-listen for any prospective birder.
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Join us for our first Minderful Live of the year, where we'll discuss the above and plenty more with expert tips & tricks on how to keep up your workplace resolutions.
We've three wonderful speakers; Ben Towers, CEO & Co-founder at Happl., Gemma Bullock, Communications, Engagement & Culture SME at Ryalto, and Dr. Nick Prior, CEO & Co-founder at Minderful.
With the cost of living crisis and a busy schedule based around 'out-of-work' hours working as a personal trainer, Lizzie turns to exercise, writing stories, and her talents of music and painting to give that sense of achievement and feeling of pride.
William has found that he can completely lose himself in a feeling of invigorated focus and state of flow by expressing himself through writing, tai chi, boxing, and running.
Sasha shares her enjoyment of the freedom and joy that comes from exotic dancing, as well as her love for eating locally grown food and swimming in the sea.
Gab shares her love of reconnecting with nature and taking part in outdoor activities, and she has found that restricting time spent on social media helps her mind stay healthy and active.
Matthew - Head of Partnerships at Minderful - begins every day by embracing his family and appreciating life's special moments.
Damien - Founder and CEO of The Wolfpack Project - discusses the value of building mindfulness into his daily life through cold water swimming & deep breathing.
La'Vonnie - Founder of 210BLACKROSE - discusses many methods for forming and maintaining healthy routines, such as abstaining from distractions sunsets on the beach and twice monthly therapy.
Michelle - Founder of Sober In The City - shares how sobriety has allowed her to be more productive, tackle day-to-day tasks and connect with a sober community through hiking and meditation.
Reija - Founder of Cycling For Cancer - shares their love of cycling and being in nature as ways to keep mentally fit.
Sara shares her tips on managing the polar nights whilst living in Norway - from soaking in nature to taking cold showers.
Lucy finds that to-do lists can be great tools for decreasing anxiety, providing structure and giving her a record of everything she's accomplished in a day.
John - Queer Health Coach - shares how he recharges by focusing on himself and scheduling alone time.
Charley prioritises daily routines that work for her - something as small as making her bed in the morning has the power to kickstart a chain of other good decisions throughout the day.
Dan believes that there's a very important balance that comes with self-care; it's knowing when to step away from everything, and when to do what you love.
Shaun shares how he stays mentally fit by following a 'mental diet', reading and learning something new daily.
Rose - Textile Artist & Designer - observes nature, accepts her thoughts and takes the time to give herself space.
Joe - Sound Designer - finds that getting creative in the kitchen not only reduces his screen time but also allows him to give back to his family.
Will shares his ways in which intermittent fasting has helped exert positive effects on his mood, sleep and cognitive function.
Cassandra - Founder of Light in Death - shares the importance of tuning into uncomfortable thoughts and embracing them.
Daniela - Founder of She Who Heals - explores a range of activities to keep her mind in shape, ranging from journaling to dancing.
Ellan discusses the benefits of Tai Chi and how, when practised regularly, it can be a beneficial part of a holistic approach to enhancing physical and mental health.
Sherita - Musician - shares how she maintains her mental fitness whilst living on the road.
Coco discusses the value of having a support system and the positive influence this can have on your overall well-being.
Drona - Founder of Drona Wellness - shares how she benefits more by 'putting in effort'.
Lewis - Production & Community lead at The Road Zine - shares how they show themselves some love by putting on music and making a lovely meal.
Stu - Founder of Coach Deggers - swears by walking 40 minutes every day to keep his mind healthy.
Elise - Writer & Creative Editor - shares ways in which she makes time for herself this Valentines season.
Harry - Graphic Designer at The Road Zine - values slowing down and relaxing without feeling guilty about it.
Kamal - Co-founder of The deep:black - shares her thoughts on the importance of taking a shower to express your feelings and emotions.
Jo - Founder of The Healthy Head Company - shares some of her self-care tips to keep her head healthy.
Lluvia shares her joy of reading - the silence and contentment it provides allows her mind to unwind.
As a first-time mother, Alice has discovered that even taking just 5 minutes a day to take care of her mental fitness helps her to stay focused and mind-fit.
Laura shares her sense of awe and peace while stargazing, noting that there are always fresh natural wonders to discover.
Paul - Health Coach and Founder of Hero Life - incorporates simple mental fitness routines into his daily life that don't take up too much time.
Daniel - BiPolaRex - discusses how he keeps his mind in check by staying active, sticking to a routine, exercising, and socialising.
Stacian - Founder of Mind Over Matter Jamaica - finds that sticking to a strict morning routine helps shift her mindset in a positive way.
Estelle, a member of an online knitting group, enjoys the hobby for both its social and creative components.
Kev is a proponent of positive thinking and feels that negative thoughts that are beginning to take over your entire mind are counterproductive; instead, he has changed his perspective by thinking positively.
Chloe - Founder of Packages With Love - keeps her mind healthy by being engaged in her local community and making time to wind down and do the things she loves.
Vic - Pilates Instructor - feels her best and most productive when she begins her day with exercise, followed by quick catch-ups with those closest to her.
James - Mental Health Campaigner - finds that digital detoxing, spending time in nature, and being present are all things that keep his mind healthy.
Jen - Counsellor & Outdoor Therapist - shares the importance of connecting with nature, and excepting the beauty in the outdoors.
Howel shares his love of exercise - he says that spending time outdoors, partaking in team sports and just simply getting out and about, improves his health and happiness.
Dylan's passion for fashion, art, and creation, as well as skating along the beach on his longboard, bring him joy every day.
Chris - Founder of Quirky Racer - sets himself goals to overcome those negative thoughts while running, which he finds helps him to keep motivated and break through any mental blocks he may be experiencing.
Doug shares the importance of taking time for yourself, and how he fills this time with activities he enjoys.
Bailey shares that setting simple and attainable daily goals can help him to focus and stay positive.
Matt shares the power of writing his thoughts down, and how doing so has a positive impact on his mood.
Antares starts the day off by saying good morning to himself every morning, which has the power and ability to set him up for the day.
Reb discusses the value of physical movement and brain dumps, as well as writing poems and being creative.
Jesse swears by his morning routine consisting of 4 am cold showers - this daily discipline is powerful in helping him focus and prepares him for the day.
Rosie - Founder of Brighter Day Nutrition - finds joy in strength training. The challenge of competing against herself motivates her to work harder and go beyond her limits.
Amy - Founder of My Honest Mentality - finds that reading, watching a TV show, or a feel-good film helps her to delve into another world to fully relax and unwind.
Beth - Founder of Let's Talk About Loss - emphasises the value of speaking, sharing stories, and sharing memories when dealing with grief.
Ifigeneia maintains a healthy mind by staying creative and taking on sporting challenges.
Amy shares that popping her favourite foot-tapping music on, gets her moving and smiling - and really does help her to get out of that gloomy moment.
Brenton explains why even just five minutes of sitting quietly and allowing yourself to rest can have a transformative effect on your entire day.
Niall - Founder of Positive Thoughts Malvern - discusses how he stays mind-fit by baking, exercising, and playing video games.
Helene - Founder of CocoonKids Counselling Therapy - shares her love of listening to music, and embracing hugs from her family and friends.
Susannah - Head of Programmes at Doctors in Distress - finds that having regular social media detoxes, as well as writing down any unpleasant thoughts, helps her to stay balanced.
Carrie often searches the internet for inspirational quotes, which helps her to put her feelings into words.
Jamuna immerses herself into Jigsaw Puzzles, and mindful meditation when she is feeling stressed or anxious.
Jon - Mental Health Campaigner & Director of the Speakers Collective - takes a minute out of each day to check in with himself.
Julia - Professional Climber - explains how climbing helps her mind stay fit and teaches her to be present and focused.
Ryan on the importance of clearing up some space in your mind to think clearly and concisely.
Amelia - Founder of BEND & BREATHE - checks in with herself daily, to see how she's feeling physically, mentally and emotionally.
Daniel rollerblades to stay focused and relaxed, giving him a sense of release and consistency that aids his mental fitness.
Trojan - Co-founder of Emancipated Run Crew - is a passionate runner who utilises the sport to reduce tension and anxiety on a daily basis.
Wanjiku shares the importance of focusing on what we can control, and by doing so, comes a feeling of confidence and empowerment.
Abena finds that taking time for herself improves the quality of her mind, whether it's going for a walk on the beach, exercising, or listening to a podcast.
Kimberly - Psychiatrist - practices seated meditation daily, and believes that even a few minutes of meditation can restore your calm and inner peace.
Daryl - Spiritual Life Coach & Astrologer - keeps mind-fit by following a strict daily routine of meditation, exercise, and a cold shower.
Zari finds that morning meditation, as well as conscious elimination of social media at some point throughout the day, helps her to stay mind-fit.
Cory - Therapist & Public Speaker - offers some advice on how to relax his mind and be present in the moment.
Aaron - Founder of Raising Boys 2 Men - shares how he starts his day by focusing on himself, taking 30 minutes to stretch, breathe, and be at one with himself.
Lesa believes that revisiting childhood experiences is an excellent approach to let go of control and have fun.
Timya explains how devoting time for yourself, whether it be watching a movie or going to the book store, is just as vital as putting time into others.
Keisha tells us about her love for journalling and how she uses it to communicate her ideas, feelings, and cope with stress.
Moe uses music to express himself, both listening to it and writing it; it connects his thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
Imanie - Author of "Dear Self, From Love..." - feels that trusting her gut and focusing on the positives, combined with journalling and a weekly detox bath, keeps her mind on track.
Mike - Mens Coach - meditates and journals to centre himself and increase positive thoughts.
Chloe - Founder of Replenish Wear - finds that trying something new, whether through a variety of hobbies, allows her to take care of her mind.
Justina maintains a healthy mind by practising mindfulness and breathwork exercises. That, and regular exercise helps keep her mind in check.
Paulina - Cyclist - believes that getting plenty of sleep and cycling helps to keep her both physically and mentally mind-fit.
Paige - Clinical Sports Neuro Psychophysiologist - helps people improve their brain health so that they can optimize their performance in sports, and in life.
Ade - Photographer - talks about how exploring mindful photography helps him to embrace the world around him and appreciate each moment.
Dave - Mental Health Advocate and Sous Chef - finds that listening to his body and practising 'calling out' negative thoughts strengthen his mind.
Kristina - Founder of Primal Coding - finds that managing her mind through breathwork is the best way to lower stress in her body.
Nicki - NHS Nurse & Volunteer - finds that a 30-minute run can keep her mood in check, and has the power to melt those worries away.
Lana - Social Researcher - explains that after experiencing anxiety and agoraphobia, she formed a mental well-being group at work to open up a space to speak openly, which, in turn, has had a significant impact on both her professional and personal life
Carolyne - Family Nurse Practicioner Student - finds that starting her day right has an enormous impact on her daily mood.
Kim - Founder of Happy Heads - believes that meditating every day and doing a phone detox first thing in the morning and last thing at night helps her to unwind and relax.
Marne - Visionary & Spiritual Business Coach - finds putting her focus into helping others keeps her mind-fit.
Kellie - Founder of The Pondering Pineapple - finds solace in the calm quiet found outside, and it also helps to keep her active.
Rulaaa - Doctor and Founder of The Meditating Medic - shares her tips on reaching out for help.
Marissa - Pyschotherapist - finds that taking time for herself whether that be running, reading, or seeing those closest to her helps to keep her balanced and in check.
Maxine believes healthy practices like reading literature and meditation help her stay mind-fit and in touch with her emotions.
Zach discusses the value of simplifying his workload by focusing on the one most important task.
El - Mental Health Advocate - writes things down to better manage tasks, and to understand her feelings more clearly.
Sam - Founder Self Matters Counselling - shares with us her love of crafting and the joy that comes from giving.
Komal - Meditation Teacher & Founder of The Meditating Chef - shares her brain break tips with us.
Andrea - Founder of Happiness Digger - practices daily gratitude by reflecting on the positives of her day.
Sarah - The Founder of Just Good Company - talks about how socialising and connecting with others can massively improve our mental health.
Seemal tells us about taking time out for herself to calm and organise her thoughts, and she does so by using her 'spinning wheel', which is full of all the things she enjoys doing.
Luis - curator of Psycho Social - says his favourite thing to do is go to therapy. It helps keep his mind in check and avoid burn out.
Jonny finds that regular hot baths, combined with meditation, helps him to keep his stress levels down.
Kyle - Founder of Sunrise Remedies - believes that getting your day off to a good start with some nice morning routines can do a world of good for your mind.
Steph finds that engaging with nature on lengthy walks, sometimes barefoot, with her daughter strapped to her back helps her to decompress and relax.
Max - Author of “At School I Love to Meditate” - finds that daily practice of meditation, deep (Wim) breathing and yoga helps him to stay mind-fit.
Fi - Singer Songwriter and Life Coach - finds that developing healthy habits and sticking to a routine allows her to start her day on a positive note.
Johaninha keeps a list of the simple things that make her happy, no matter how big or small, and goes back to it when she feels overwhelmed or stressed.
Alexandra - Self love and Sexual Empowerment Coach - uses hypnosis to combat her negative thoughts.
Em - Mental Health Advocate - recommends grounding activities to help you calm down when you're feeling overwhelmed.
Ben - Social Media Manager - likes to take long walks outside to get away from his computer screen and into nature.
Shantal - Writer and Mental Health Champion - finds that writing down her thoughts and setting aside time for herself to think and recharge helps her mind stay in check.
Susie finds that the companionship that her pets offer is a great way to keep her active and reduce anxiety.
Roger - ex Fighter Pilot and former Olympic Ski Racer - finds pushing his physical fitness keeps his mind fit.
Alfie's everyday joy comes from his passion for cooking. That, and cycling 1 hour a day helps to process his thoughts and keep him mind-fit.
Stephie explains that her favourite thing to do is spend time relaxing in a hot bubble bath.
Amelia highlights the importance of having a routine - we may arrange our days and time so that we can prioritise and complete the most important activities of the day for ourselves.
Aidan - Founder of Revolution You - explains the importance of a non-negotiable cold shower.
Leigh - Founder of The Beardy Gardener - shares a range of tips surrounding gardening, and the positive impact it can have on your mental-fitness.
Sonia - Founder of The Happy Sunflower - finds that painting, as well as walking and detoxing from social media, helps her to feel energised and uplifted.
Imo cultivates her wellbeing through gardening - and finds great joy in being outside, planting seeds and watching them grow!
Rajas - Digital Coach - practices meditation to restore calm and inner peace, and offers free guided meditation sessions as well.
Felix finds that list making quietens his mind, and helps him to make sense of his thoughts.
Andre has curated his social media feeds so he is surrounded by a community of only positive people and posts. Oh, and he loves to gardening too.
Charlotta likes to quieten the background noise of thoughts by finding some space to sit with them, then let them go.
Ais tunes in to the sensations of her body through meditation and mindfulness and enjoys the calm this gives her.
Larissa recognises the power of deep breathing and how it allows her to become more aware of the present moment.
Karen loves to spend time in nature exploring woods, coastal paths, moorlands, or even her local park.
Alejandra tries to find a little bit of joy every day through her love of fashion and roller skating - a winning combination.
Avina - Artist and Musician - shares with us the importance of poetry as a form of self-expression.
Francesco - Chef and founder of Our Cooking Journey - uses cooking to take time for himself and recharge.
Paige - Miss England Finalist 2021 - practices gratitude and mindfulness to stay mind-fit.
Andy shares advice on retirement, a major professional and personal milestone, and believes that joining a club is an excellent way to socialise and stay active.
Julia finds that writing increases her memory capacity and allows her to unwind; the combination of writing and regular exercise benefits her physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Sarah Johnston - Fitness Teacher and Health Coach - finds that taking a step back to evaluate and re-shift her thoughts helps to improve her mental fitness.
Lindsay - Content Coach - shares an array of ways she feeds her mind, including listening to podcasts and reading.
Steven shares his love of cooking, and finds that probiotic foods, such as Kimchi, help him stay mind-fit.
Jen finds that getting outdoors and connecting with nature helps to quiet her busy mind.
Natalie - Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Practitioner - believes recognising triggers is the key to staying mind-fit.
Manuel - Co-founder of The Creative Recipe Box - realises that suppressing his negative emotions has exacerbated his anxiety, and his remedy is to accept these feelings.
Abi - Designer & Founder of The Gel Fix - learnt a new skill in lockdown that helped her creativity thrive and stay mind-fit.
Jordan shares tips on a whole array of things that enhance her well-being - from taking time for herself to dancing in her room.
Joey - Sound Designer and Musician - finds sitting still and listening to the world pass by helps him to decompress and unwind.
Will has discovered that the mental challenge of learning languages has in fact improved his well-being on a daily basis.
Laura - Founder of Your Safe Space - has discovered creative methods to establish boundaries in order to improve her own well-being.
Louise enjoys getting up early and going on morning runs while listening to music, leaving little room for anything else in her mind.
India skateboards to keep mind-fit, and it helps her stay creative and energised throughout the day.
Natalie finds that keeping up with an active daily routine helps her mind stay focused when working from home.
Jordan finds walking to music is something that helps him to zone out and calm his mind.
Nick - founder of The Breathing Diabetic - recommends slow, deep breathing every day to improve our wellbeing.
Nina finds that walking helps her to clear her mind, connect with her surroundings, and escape from day-to-day stress.
Sabrina exercises her mind and body through dancing. Dance helps her to make space for focus, peace and calm.
Robbie uses the same 3 steps to start his day. He believes doing certain things on a daily basis will bullet proof your brain and protect your mental health.
Fi - Fitness Instructor and Founder of Fitter Mother - believes moving your body is a magic power not only on your body but also on your mind aswell.
Rob - founder of Mind Your Head Podcast - finds that the best way to switch off after a challenging day is to engage in a task that accomplishes a visible result.
Nour understands that cluttered spaces have a huge impact on our wellbeing and declutters regularly (and helps others do the same).
Caitlin - lawyer and life coach - does a morning mood check as part of her routine to start the day right.
Sam - doctor and founder of Permitted To Pause - has a balanced routine that literally spells MINDFULNESS.
Emily Leahy - spiritual and mindfulness advisor - engages in body scan meditations to anchor herself in the present moment.
Katie - owner of Room to Breathe Decluttering - offers her best tips on how to declutter mindfully.
Dr. Nick - one of the founders of Minderful - treats himself to an evening of intense self-care called the 'Buddha night' to cope with everyday stress.
Charley finds that even the sight of the sea calms her down and she loves going on beach walks to relax and reflect.
Julia uses her garden to ground herself in the morning by observing the small natural wonders she's surrounded with.
Debs - founder of the Living Well consultancy - recommends a little exercise known as a 'mindful minute' to improve our wellbeing.
Tanya starts her day by asking herself how's she's feeling every morning. Her immediate mood dictates the rest of her morning routine.
Ashley Craig - a recovery specialist - uses a strict morning routine of mindfulness meditation and a cold shower to build resilience.
Victoria - a yoga and meditation sharer - describes her top tips on meditation, gratitude, and breathing.
Marie - who runs the Choir With No Name - finds singing with others to be a uniquely uplifting, mindful, and community-building activity.
Brianna pays attention to her body's needs - particularly how different foods make her feel.
Jon Evans - host of Mindset Elevation Podcast - tries to catch negative (and sometimes positive) thoughts that stick out and write them down immediately.
Kate - a psychosexual therapist and podcast host - says it's essential to acknowledge your limits and say no to things you simply can't do.
Pav Nikolov finds that the complexity of jujitsu helps him stay grounded and present in the moment.
Ruth looks after her mind by engaging in physical exercise and finds it most effective when a communal feeling is part of the activity.
Piers - a performance poet and A&E nurse - keeps mind-fit by playing a complex and challenging sport.
Dan Horseman likes to exercise to stay mind-fit, but he also likes to make tick lists that keep him focused on his goals.
Kyle Moore - creator and host of Life's a Wreck podcast - emphasises listening to your body and giving it what it needs. Sometimes that's a nap, sometimes it's a game of chess.
Nadia Walford - a PR specialist - uses movement to look after her mind. She's especially keen on running with podcasts.
Patrick Foster - an ambassador for the Mintridge Foundation - emphasises the importance of looking after his mental health, which he does through golf.
Craig Jones - a wildlife photographer - talks about spending time in nature during this relaxing clip filled with birdsong.
Jordan Lee - a radio presenter - goes on walks that last an entire album he's never listened to before to clear his head.
When facing a stressful situation, Charlie Weeks reminds himself that everything is transient.
Joe Cleasby - a clinical psychologist - shares his views on how being mindful of how we relate to ourselves can have a big impact.
Lee Anderson uses his morning walk with his dogs to clear his head and start the day on a high.
Sammy Rainbow - a yoga teacher and educator - likes to end her day by making a small list of things she's proud of.
Sam Ortyl uses his high levels of energy to look after his mind and body proactively, while broadening his horizons with personal challenges.
Zoe Mac - ascension coach and mentor - uses a kundalini exercise called 'fists on anger' when she needs to calm her mind.
Tom Cenci has used golf as to reduce anxiety, get fit, and connect to others since he was a child.
Lawrence - actor and singer - has found innovative ways to ground himself and distract his mind during tough times.
Erin - mental health blogger - always thought that running wasn't for her, until she gave it a go during lockdown...
Shocka - rapper, TED speaker, and mental health advocate - likes to stop and analyse how his thoughts dictate his moods throughout the day.
Lauren Melissa - librarian and social justice advocate - engages in stimming, researching her autistic special interest, and other grounding behaviours to clear her mind.
John Stacey - mental health advocate, p2p counsellor, podcaster, and more - likes to destress by doing something mind-mumblingly fun every day.
Grace Kingswell - nutritional therapist, podcaster, and breath work coach - starts her day by going out to get her first dose of natural light.
Brian finds that yoga settles his mind while exercising his brain & body — he also finds journalling to be a brilliant mental fitness tool.
Louisa - the CEO of a youth mental health charity - tries to find opportunities to dance throughout the day and uses social media dance challenges to get inspired.
Josiah Hartley does small kind things for himself throughout the day to look after his mind.
Jess Robson - founder of Run Talk Run - loves running with a buddy or a support group to cultivate a sense of belonging.
Geoffrey goes out the front door every single day to explore the world and instantly feel better.
Danny Bowman - a mental health campaigner - engages in a variety of feel-good activities that help him unwind.
Amanda Prowse reminds herself to look up into the sky (or at least a chunk of it) to take a break from the screen and find a calm moment.
Lily Blue - a personal trainer, and a life & mindset coach - shapes her day based on three pillars: excitement, gratitude, and highlights.
Michael Rose - Founder of Tahora, a community driven wellbeing platform - doesn't compromise on his eight hours, knowing the effect it will have on every aspect of his life.
Rosie Viva - a model and presenter - uses running to jumpstart her day and get away from the screens.
Steve Girling - a coach and consultant - writes a gratitude journal to remind himself of the good things and stay mind-fit.
Chelsea - a relationship and attachment counsellor - purposely takes time each day to slow down and check in with herself.
Jessica - a clinical mental health counsellor - likes to savour and enjoy every aspect of tea to stay mind-fit.
Sina - a director of marketing operations and founder of a mental fitness podcast - uses exercise to keep positive and work through his emotions.
Silas finds that his favourite outdoor hobbies help him stay present and joyful, offering precious moments of focus and reflection.
Sean Scott - mental fitness startup founder - was adamant that neither meditation nor running were for him - until he tried them.
Michelle - owner of a successful self-care and mental fitness blog - finds that a body scan does wonders to keep her mind grounded.
Despina has a versatile mental fitness routine, the highlight of which is a mug that asks her what's she's grateful for every morning.
Tereson Dupuy - founder of Refusing to Drownpodcast-starts her day by surrendering to her higher self to ensure the petty things don't get in the way.
Michelle - a business owner and charity founder - finds that volunteering gives her the biggest mental fitness boost possible.
Sara - a psychotherapist and mental fitness coach - checks in with her thoughts and surroundings before opening her eyes in the morning.
Jono - a fitness trainer and life coach - has a daily alarm set up to remind himself to do something joyful.
Furkhan Dandia - a transformational life coach - likes going on walks to clear his mind and calm his nerves.
Emma Hall - a superstar therapist - looks after her mind by reading as widely as possible every day.
Olivia - a marketer - emphasises how important it is to seek out laughter in stressful times.
Emma - a mental fitness author - recommends writing as a way to reflect and gain perspective on our thoughts.
Erin - a mother of two - takes a walk every single morning to activate the feel-good hormones and enjoy some me-time.
Chloe - a clinical psychologist - uses running to reflect, boost her mood, and establish a sense of routine.
Chiara - an online business owner and influencer - uses strict rules of engagement that help her set boundaries online.
Annalie Howling - a performance coach - uses the basic rest-activity cycle to optimise her day and feel her best.
Alia - a photographer and mental health blogger - uses deep breathing and yoga to set herself up for the day.
Cristi - a mother of two and an emergency services worker - carves out as many moments in nature as possible to destress and recharge.
Stephanie - a teacher - treats herself to a glass of red wine before bedtime to unwind.
Aishwarya - a high-school student - makes a habit of journalling before bedtime to stay positive and reflect on the day.
Tom likes to start his day with a curated playlist and a familiar walk to his favourite coffee shop.
Jade Smith - a marketing executive - uses punch needling to destress while staying away from the computer screen.
Gethin Nadin - an award-winning psychologist - finds mindful grounding moments throughout the day. His current favourite is a morning coffee ritual.
Amelia Fowler - a customer service advisor - masters complicated cooking recipes to boost her mood.
Elvina uses simple and effective grounding practices to help her stop fretting and worrying.
Beth - a marketer - keeps her mind focused with personal projects that range from home improvement to creative endeavours.
Abi - a personal trainer - makes lists before bedtime and wakes up early to take control of her day.
Jack Revell - a model and confidence coach - loves to run (often really, really far) to keep his mind happy.
Lotty Somers - founder of Pilates 45 - enjoys the process of meticulous planning her evening meal.
Lauren Hales - a resilience coach - is fortunate to live by the sea and finds staring out across the ocean an effective way to put life in perspective.
Tony recently has begun to prioritise time to himself and what he enjoys most is a walk near to water with all its wonderful sounds.
Rebecca Bradley - a yoga instructor - finds reading an effective way to focus her mind and escape from the ever-updating world of social media.
Cymone Lashae - founder Of A Sound Mind - has an effective and simple way to ground herself.
Jonny Benjamin MBE - founder of Beyond charity and mental health campaigner - has a groovy way to make dancing solo in the mirror even more enjoyable.
Kayleigh organises her time effectively in order to create more time for her own creativity.
Robbie braves a cold shower every morning and uses it as an opportunity to reframe discomfort.
Lstar is inspired by the great philosophical thinkers, in particular the stoic writings of Marcus Aurelius.
Kate Hames - an actor, writer and singer - loves to fully immerse herself in music and escape to another world.
Nicholas Goodman - an author and hospice worker - knows the power of creating daily rituals.
Adam Claxton - founder of Claxton Coaching - reminds us that picking yourself up from failure is a great way to build resilience.
Jess Pritchard - a 1Rebel fitness trainer - finds it motivating to carefully plan her workouts for the week ahead.
Jasper MacDermot - a personal trainer from London - has a very real and inspiring approach to practising gratitude.
Iliana does a number of things to look after her mental fitness from incantations and meditations to forest walks and litter picking.
Ben Roberston - an ultra-runner - loves being outdoors in the fresh air and lives by the motto 'mud washes off, grazed knees heal, but memories last'.
Saskia Haas - a yoga teacher and holistic health coach - explains why journaling has been a massive game-changer for her mental fitness.
Jamie Clements - founder of The Breath Space - uses the practice of breathwork to improve both his physical and mental wellbeing.
Wendy likes to capture everyday little moments to send to her mother who lives far away.
Tori begins each day with a 10-minute gratitude meditation and a compassionate journal entry.
Rob - a men's mental health campaigner - likes to get up just before dawn and go for a 45-minute walk.
Whylie - a competitive weightlifter - is a firm believer in a strong body equals a strong mind.
Adam Slawson - founder of Plight Club - introduces the vulnerability catch ring that encourages us to trust more and embrace resistance.
Sam Topley - founder of Dear Writer journals - explains why he likes to ring a friend rather than send a text.
Mimi - founder fo Miss Mimi's Kitchen - finds cooking the perfect ingredient to calm the mind.
Sara Desai - a CBT therapist and founder of Balanced Self - ensures she carves out 15 minutes for herself every day.
Adam Burgess - a GB canoe slalom athlete - uses his breath to support his mental fitness.
Dan Draper - mental fitness advocate and radio presenter - gives us his top three tips.
Professor Kapil Nayar reminds us that unplugging from the digital world is no bad thing.