RAKxa, the integrative wellness and medical retreat, introduces a selection of home wellness tips to ensure a healthy body and mind as we head into the Winter of 2021 and lockdown 3.0. The smallest of changes made at home can go a long way in maintaining a positive wellbeing such as staying active, staying hydrated, taking time for meditation and…
read moreA new survey has revealed what people have been getting up to when they should have been working from home. The research by Cartridge People has found that a shocking one in ten Brits have drunk alcohol during ‘office hours’ at home. And a third of people surveyed have admitted to exercising when they should have been working. With many…
read moreBrits are set to spread Christmas cheer this year by checking in on elderly neighbours, donating to food banks and helping others with their grocery shop. Researchers who polled 2,000 adults found festive spirit is still alive and well with 38 per cent planning to do something kind for the local community this December. Other thoughtful acts likely to be carried…
read moreLenstore has partnered with yoga teacher Phoebe Greenacre to produce a step-by-step video illustrating some exercises that will help reduce eye fatigue. The five exercises are: Palming Rub your palms together to create heat and place your hands over your eyes for 10 seconds. This will allow any tension accumulated in the back of your eyes to slowly decrease. Rapid Blinking Blink…
read moreNew research has placed Mexico at the top of the list for most hours worked, with employees in the country putting in 2137 hours annually. This is followed by Costa Rica, at 2059.6 hours a year, Korea at 1967 hours a year, and Greece at 1949 hours a year. At the other end of the scale, Denmark, Germany and Norway have the lowest average annual working hours,…
read moreBrits are creatures of habit and have picked up at least five new rituals as a result of being home more than usual. A study of 2,000 adults revealed that more than a third have picked up good habits during lockdown – Although one in six confessed to developing some new bad habits along the way too. And the survey, commissioned…
read moreNew research has revealed that office workers feel more productive and in a better mood after being in the great outdoors. Productivity improved by 45 per cent from being outside for just 29 minutes – and 63 per cent feel better ‘in themselves’ after spending time in fresh air, according to the 2,000 office staff surveyed. And 57 per cent…
read moreSeven in 10 office workers upped their screen use during lockdown – with millions suffering eye issues as a result, research has revealed. A survey of 2,000 18 to 60-year olds revealed 37 per cent have experienced tired eyes from looking at screens too often. One third (34 per cent) have had headaches, 20 per cent have had eye strain…
read moreWorkers are most likely to experience career burnout at the age of just 32, a study has found. A poll of 2,000 employed adults found nearly a third have felt like they can’t go on at some point in their career due to being stressed and exhausted. More than half of those put this down to trying to do too…
read moreJust one in five workers use their lunch break to actually eat lunch every day – with others using the time to catch up on personal errands and browse social media instead. A study of 2,000 UK professionals found 79 per cent will tuck into their food as they work, so they can use their ‘lunch break’ to do other…
read moreTraining specialist Today’s PA was founded over 15 years ago by PAul Pennant. And that’s not a typo in his name – it demonstrates how committed he is to the PA and EA community and helping individuals achieve their potential. He speaks to Lisa Carter… Tell us about Today’s PA – the background to the company and what you offer.…
read moreIndoor mini golf experience Puttshack is preparing to reopen its venues from August, starting with its White City site, which will be available to visit from August 8th, followed by its Lakeside venue later in the month. Guests will be able to make bookings from August 3rd, and the site will open with a number of Covid secure measures in…
read moreJust prior to lockdown PA Life was lucky enough to visit the Oatlands Park Hotel for a venue scout and overnight stay – and we think this jewel in the Surrey countryside offers corporate bookers something a little different… One of the most important things to consider when choosing a venue for your event, conference or meeting is location –…
read moreMillions of Brits have enjoyed living their lives online during lockdown and plan to continue having digital social catch ups and exercise classes – because they believe it makes them more productive. A study of 2,000 adults discovered 72 per cent have used the internet more than ever while at home in recent months, with more than a fifth believing…
read moreHow to maintain social distancing and control drug screening costs, from the experts at Intelligent Fingerprinting… Despite the pandemic, requirements for regular drug testing haven’t gone away. Across industries, organisations face the challenge of how to ensure hygiene and social distancing during drug testing to protect staff, while keeping a watchful eye on costs. Unlike traditional drug testing methods –…
read moreThe average adult has seen their stress and anxiety levels rise by almost 50 per cent in recent weeks – with those aged over 60 seeing the biggest increase. A study of 2,000 adults found that before the lockdown, an average of 59 minutes a day was spent feeling under pressure or worried about things such as work, finances or…
read moreCookies, pizza bases and banana bread are among the top treats Brits have been making during the lockdown, according to a poll of 2,000 people. A study found that sausage rolls, sourdough bread and lemon drizzle cake are also proving popular, while pancakes topped the poll, with cookies, chocolate cake and cupcakes close behind. VE day celebrations seem to have…
read moreWWT London Wetland Centre is an idyllic venue to hold your event, from meetings, away days and product launches, to Christmas parties and celebratory functions. Located on the banks of the River Thames in Barnes, WWT London contributes works to support conservation and is home to some rare and beautiful wildlife. Only ten minutes from Hammersmith or Barnes, it offers…
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