Relaxation
Al Messila Resort & Spa focuses on preservation of natural heritage
Al Messila Resort & Spa, the first luxury collection resort in Qatar, is “a pioneer in combining a world-class wellness retreat, acclaimed dining, the innovative Little Explorers’ Club and upscale accommodation”. “The resort, set amid an indigenous botanical oasis of Doha, offers matchless lifestyle, wellness and epicurean excellence in a [...]
5 simple and effective ways to help stem anxious thoughts
There are lots of strategies you can use to help manage anxiety in the long-term, whether that’s daily practise of mindfulness or tapping the stress-relieving benefits of running. But what about when worrying thoughts flare up in the moment? When your mind falls into a spiral of “what ifs?” it’s hard to break [...]
Follow these relaxation techniques to ease your migraine bouts
Migraines are severe and debilitating headaches often accompanied by nausea, vomiting or sensitivity to sound and light. It is mostly women who suffer from migraine which even disrupts their sleeping patterns. The headache which begins at any point of time in the day often intensifies during the night, making you [...]
Can Technology Make You a Better Meditator?
It’s 4 p.m. on a Tuesday afternoon and I’m sitting on the couch, surrounded by the noises of a virtual rainstorm. I’m wearing a metallic headband that loops behind my ears and across my forehead, stuck tight to my skin with suction. As I sit still, the headband hums slightly, [...]
5 Fast Ways to De-stress Without Leaving Your Desk
We’ve all been there before. Sometimes you know that taking a step back and heading outside for a breath of fresh air would help you power through the day, but you’re stuck at your desk waiting for a call, or you have a meeting starting in six minutes, or just can’t. This [...]
Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief
To effectively combat stress, you need to activate your body’s natural relaxation response. Techniques such as deep breathing, visualization, meditation, and yoga can help. Finding the best relaxation technique for you For many of us, relaxation means flopping on the couch and zoning out in front of the TV at [...]