'Happier doctors mean happier patients.' Do you agree with that statement? I'm curious. A quote said to me recently by a fellow Irish doctor and friend of mine. 'For a so-called caring profession, we are shockingly bad at caring for ourselves.’ Another quote - this one from a fellow doctor in Ireland. Do you agree with … Continue reading Wellness for Doctors – Because Happier Doctors Mean Happier Patients
Oh HEY. This photo is me in one of my favourite places - the egg chairs at Nut Butter, a cheeky little Dublin cafe! I LOVE egg chairs. Anyway. This little article is one that was requested on my Instagram stories recently when I asked you guys what sort of content you would like to … Continue reading My Four Tips To Stay On Track – Even When Life Happens
One of the loveliest things I have discovered in 2018 has been yoga. I truly began my yoga journey in January, after picking up a bit of a knee niggle/injury from a little bit too much plyometric work in training (the blog post about that can be found here if you want to read more!). I … Continue reading Find Your Flow At Home – My Favourite Yoga YouTube Channels for Namaste Anyday
'I can't train, I'm injured.' Have any of you ever had to say that out loud? If so - let me ask you this. How did it make you feel? Sad? Angry? Frustrated? Disappointed? I'll bet all four, if like me, you're a person who loves activity and being able to literally try any kind … Continue reading Injuries and Training Mindset – How I Found My Silver Lining
'Move more, eat less.' Sounds simple, doesn't it? In the media, we often hear this phrase said in relation to tips and advice for healthier living, and weight loss. In reality, that sort of broad thinking is neither simple nor helpful, as it doesn't contain any specific guidance for any individual to follow. How MUCH … Continue reading Exercise Is Medicine – One We Need Everyday
There are many things that make me happy guys - my family, my boyfriend, my friends, my work as a doctor, exercise, good healthy food, a book I can escape into - these are a few of my favourite things, shall we say. But in today's post, I'm gonna chat about something that's been inspiring … Continue reading Wellness – No Longer A Trend, Now A Community
Okay people. It's time for a one of my rambles - but it's an interesting one, I promise. Today, I'm going to address a topic that I don't think we talk about enough - REST. I'm also going to tell you about a concept called 'movement snacking', which I think is the antidote to many … Continue reading Movement Snacks, Rest Days and Why I Ditched Team No Days Off
Where to begin with this one? I'm not sure. Recently, I wrote a post about the beginnings of my journey with meditation using the Calm app, and how I had just realised in January of this year, after a hectic week of night shifts, that I needed to find a way to connect with mindfulness, and practise gratitude, through … Continue reading Discovering My Inner Yogi – Meditation Through Movement
Okay gang. I’m going to start this with a story. When I was a medical student in Dublin, I used the college gym a couple times a week. I played team sports, and I love running, so for me, the gym wasn’t a place that really registered as an important part of my life. To … Continue reading Overcoming Gym Intimidation – Entering The Testosto-Zone
Funnily enough, the inspiration to write this post came from my recent use of the Calm App. Last year, I had decided I wanted to engage more in mindfulness and meditation, and I downloaded the Headspace app for a trial. I enjoyed it, and took a lot from the initial seven days of nightly meditation. But being honest, … Continue reading Meditating My Way Into A CALM 2018 – And Why You Should Join Me
