We are over halfway through Stress Awareness Month and I have read some great commentary and listened to some great discussion on the S word. From the physical impact on our body to discombobulation of the brain and changes in our behaviour, it is clear that excessive or persistent stress really is not great news. […]
The Battle for Balance – the first book by Optima-life CEO Simon Shepard is out now! The book looks at how to win life by aligning your wellbeing, work and world. To mark the launch, if you purchase a copy for a Kindle / Kindle App on 30th – 31st March, not only will you […]
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We are pleased to announce Optima-life is now a member of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service scheme. CPD describes the learning activities that individuals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. It allows them to continually ‘up skill’ or ‘re-skill’ themselves, regardless of occupation, age or educational level. Optima-life’s Perform […]
Over the first five weeks of this year, I have delivered numerous workshops to a range of organisations. From medical teams working on the front line to those working at home, people are finding things tough. The conversations are imbued with frustration, anger, fear, and fatigue. Tears are not uncommon, and I have had to […]
This month on the Festival of Us, we’re focusing on Purpose – looking at the benefits of knowing your ‘why’ and how to identify it. Watch the trailer for more…
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‘What is your purpose?’ can be quite an intimidating question but one, that at some point, is a useful one to answer. The word purpose is almost regal, conjuring images of selfless quests and profound revelations, and maybe better suited to religious books or grand histories than everyday life. However, for each of us, a […]
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We are delighted to launch The Balance Programme – a new series of interactive webinars aimed at organisations who are committed to helping their people be energised, engaged and purposeful. During these challenging times, the programme is relevant and suitable for businesses and organisations in all sectors, with any number of employees. The Balance Programme […]
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Corporate burnout seems to be on the up. With research from NordPVN suggesting that, since the start of COVID-19, people in the UK are adding an extra two hours to their working day, and the BMJ reporting that a third of UK doctors have experienced burnout, it seems that the demands of work are becoming […]
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We have launched a new online programme specifically designed to beat burnout among leaders and managers. At a time when COVID-19 has created so many new changes and challenges, Optima-life has specifically created Beating Burnout to help build resilience, enable energy and create a greater sense of balance among leaders and managers. The programme has […]
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‘Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical activity save and preserve it’ – Plato The positive correlation between physical activity and improvements to blood pressure, quality of sleep, mental health and creativity is undisputed, the research far reaching and, as Plato’s words were uttered circa 400 […]
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Over the past 10 years I have been collecting a mass of physiological data through my work at Optima-life. I have information on stress, sleep, exercise, resilience, energy – the list goes on; and as for numbers, I have over 3 billion digits at my disposal, that provide information on what is going on in […]
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The events of the past six months have highlighted that people can be fragile, indeed for many the vulnerability has been devastating. Life has changed significantly. As teachers and support staff move towards a new school year, one that is likely to feature new working practices, disruption, and uncertainty, their leaders will need to provide […]
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Be Aware and Avoid Stress – Stress Awareness Month 2021
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Simon ShepardWe are over halfway through Stress Awareness Month and I have read some great commentary and listened to some great discussion on the S word. From the physical impact on our body to discombobulation of the brain and changes in our behaviour, it is clear that excessive or persistent stress really is not great news. […]
Out now! The Battle for Balance by Simon Shepard
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Optima-lifeThe Battle for Balance – the first book by Optima-life CEO Simon Shepard is out now! The book looks at how to win life by aligning your wellbeing, work and world. To mark the launch, if you purchase a copy for a Kindle / Kindle App on 30th – 31st March, not only will you […]
Optima-life is CPD accredited
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Optima-lifeWe are pleased to announce Optima-life is now a member of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Certification Service scheme. CPD describes the learning activities that individuals engage in to develop and enhance their abilities. It allows them to continually ‘up skill’ or ‘re-skill’ themselves, regardless of occupation, age or educational level. Optima-life’s Perform […]
Time to Talk
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Simon ShepardOver the first five weeks of this year, I have delivered numerous workshops to a range of organisations. From medical teams working on the front line to those working at home, people are finding things tough. The conversations are imbued with frustration, anger, fear, and fatigue. Tears are not uncommon, and I have had to […]
Festival of Us – February focus on Purpose
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Optima-lifeThis month on the Festival of Us, we’re focusing on Purpose – looking at the benefits of knowing your ‘why’ and how to identify it. Watch the trailer for more…
Creating a sense of purpose
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Simon Shepard‘What is your purpose?’ can be quite an intimidating question but one, that at some point, is a useful one to answer. The word purpose is almost regal, conjuring images of selfless quests and profound revelations, and maybe better suited to religious books or grand histories than everyday life. However, for each of us, a […]
The Balance Programme – new webinars to help organisations support their staff
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Optima-lifeWe are delighted to launch The Balance Programme – a new series of interactive webinars aimed at organisations who are committed to helping their people be energised, engaged and purposeful. During these challenging times, the programme is relevant and suitable for businesses and organisations in all sectors, with any number of employees. The Balance Programme […]
Burning bright or burning out? The demands of working in times of COVID-19
/in Optima-life Blog, Optima-life News /by Simon ShepardCorporate burnout seems to be on the up. With research from NordPVN suggesting that, since the start of COVID-19, people in the UK are adding an extra two hours to their working day, and the BMJ reporting that a third of UK doctors have experienced burnout, it seems that the demands of work are becoming […]
Beating Burnout – new programme for leaders and managers
/in Optima-life Blog /by Optima-lifeWe have launched a new online programme specifically designed to beat burnout among leaders and managers. At a time when COVID-19 has created so many new changes and challenges, Optima-life has specifically created Beating Burnout to help build resilience, enable energy and create a greater sense of balance among leaders and managers. The programme has […]
What is good exercise?
/in Optima-life Blog /by Simon Shepard‘Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical activity save and preserve it’ – Plato The positive correlation between physical activity and improvements to blood pressure, quality of sleep, mental health and creativity is undisputed, the research far reaching and, as Plato’s words were uttered circa 400 […]
Collecting numbers is just the starting point
/in Optima-life Blog /by Simon ShepardOver the past 10 years I have been collecting a mass of physiological data through my work at Optima-life. I have information on stress, sleep, exercise, resilience, energy – the list goes on; and as for numbers, I have over 3 billion digits at my disposal, that provide information on what is going on in […]
Conversations – Back to School
/in Optima-life Blog /by Simon ShepardThe events of the past six months have highlighted that people can be fragile, indeed for many the vulnerability has been devastating. Life has changed significantly. As teachers and support staff move towards a new school year, one that is likely to feature new working practices, disruption, and uncertainty, their leaders will need to provide […]