The biggest test of our resilience: A socially distanced Santa

The biggest test of our resilience: A socially distanced Santa

Nothing compares with the magic of winter: festive shows, a visit to a grotto, the winter fair, are all expectations which, by tradition, were embraced by our families for generations. But this year, around your Christmas tree, everybody will expect a socially distanced Santa.

Adjusting to the new normal: Are You Ready for Change?

Adjusting to the new normal: Are You Ready for Change?

Far from things going back to how they were, we can now see that the new normal in the post Covid-19 world is likely to be with us for some time to come. In this month’s column, Douglas Ballard argues that we need to treat

Dealing With Lockdown Anxiety

Dealing With Lockdown Anxiety

The effect of the Covid-19 lockdown on our mental health and anxiety levels cannot be overstated. In his latest column, Douglas Ballard argues that we are all, in essence, manifestations of energy and finding a way to channel our energy within ourselves is key to

Dealing With Anxiety During Lockdown

Dealing With Anxiety During Lockdown

Never before have we experienced this intensity of anxiety, on so many fronts and in so many ways, lockdown has shown that we are all susceptible. Ranging from the mundane of ‘how can I get my shoe repaired’ to the extremely serious ‘whether I or