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How to Cope with Bereavement: A Guide to Navigating Grief

Bereavement, the process of grieving the loss of a loved one, is an intensely personal and emotional experience. It can trigger a range of emotions – sadness, anger, confusion, or even numbness. Each person’s journey through grief is unique, and there’s no “right” way to mourn. However, understanding the grief process and learning ways to … Read more

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Welcome to Chelsea Fisher

“Say hello to Chelsea” … Life & Progress is excited to announce the appointment of Chelsea Fisher as the New Business Consultant. Chelsea’s extensive background in B2B sales equips her with the skills to cultivate strong customer relationships and achieve sales targets, in line with our commitment to exceptional customer service. Chelsea expresses her enthusiasm … Read more

BODY AND MIND: A Holistic Approach to Health

Understanding health as a holistic concept is crucial, as mental and physical health are deeply interconnected and significantly impact each other. The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines health as “a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” This comprehensive perspective acknowledges that mental disorders significantly … Read more

Why implement an Whistleblowing Service..?

As more organisations look to implement an whistleblowing service, Life & Progress is seeing an uplift in the number of enquiries we are getting.  Implementing a whistleblowing service within an organisation can offer several important benefits, including but not limited to: Early Detection of Misconduct: Whistleblowing services provide a mechanism for employees to report unethical … Read more

Getting to see a GP

Healthcare accessibility is a growing concern, and recent news in England offers a potential solution. Pharmacies across the country can now diagnose and treat seven common conditions without the need for patients to see a doctor. This move is aimed at freeing up millions of GP appointments each year and easing the burden on the … Read more

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What is an EAP? Benefits of an Employee Assistance Programme

It’s important that employees have somewhere to turn to for in-the-moment support. To make sure that your employees can get the right help when they need it, we recommend offering an Employee Assistance Programme, or EAP. If you’re asking yourself questions like “What is an EAP?” or “How can an EAP help my organisation?” then … Read more

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Managing Loneliness at Home

Feeling lonely at home is more common than many people realise. Whether you live alone or with others, there can be times when you feel disconnected, isolated, or lacking meaningful interaction. Loneliness is not always about being physically alone. You might be surrounded by people and still feel a sense of distance or disconnection. Recognising ... Read more
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Good Brain Health

Protecting your brain and reducing the risk of stroke Your brain controls everything from movement and speech to memory, mood and decision-making. Looking after your brain is just as important as caring for your heart, in fact, the two are closely connected. Stroke is one of the leading causes of disability and death, but many ... Read more
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Core Strength and Its Role in Spinal Health

Why a strong core protects your back and supports better posture When people hear the word “core,” they often think of visible abdominal muscles. In reality, the core is much more than that — and its main job is not aesthetic. It is to stabilise and protect the spine. A well-functioning core acts like a ... Read more