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Healthy Habits That Stick: Why Small Changes Matter More Than Big Resolutions

26th January 2026

Every January, we see it happen. Big goals. Bold intentions. All-or-nothing plans. And then… real life steps in. At Tonic, our focus has never been about perfection or pressure. It’s about...

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Your Health in Check – Understanding the Numbers That Matter

9th April 2025

The importance of health screening for employees is often underestimated. Yet, it holds plentiful benefits to the employee and employer, says Nick, lead clinician at Tonic Wellbeing. In essence, by...

5 signs your team are too stressed

1st October 2024

As a manager, employee wellbeing and safeguarding are a crucial part of your day-to-day role. Being able to spot stressed employees early is the best way to support your staff and ensure everyone...

Blood Pressure – What Your Numbers Mean & Why They Matter!

14th September 2024

WHAT IS BLOOD PRESSURE? Blood pressure is the pressure of circulating blood against the walls of blood vessels. The majority of this pressure is created when the heart pumps blood through the...

The Stress-Sleep Cycle Explained

1st September 2024

1 in 4 Brits report stress as the main reason for losing sleep. If this sounds like you, you may be stuck in the stress-sleep cycle. Stress has one of the biggest impacts on our sleep and can be...

How can an employee wellbeing team boost workplace resilience?

1st August 2024

Did you know that only 15% of employees are considered resilient in organisations without health and wellbeing services compared to 45% of employees in organisations with broad programmes?...

The benefits and barriers to spending time in nature

1st July 2024

How much time do you spend in nature every week? As we head into summer and the days get longer, getting outdoors in nature is easier than ever. Spending time in nature has major benefits for both...

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How to conduct your own health MOT

1st June 2024

We all make sure we get our cars checked once a year – but what about ourselves? Conducting your own health MOT can be an easy way to check if there are any potential health concerns you may...

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Top tips for staying active with a busy lifestyle

1st May 2024

With more of us working from home and 1 in 4 adults not meeting the global recommended levels of physical activity, staying active is more important than ever. But with long working days and full...

Energy top tips: How to stay productive on a low energy day.

1st April 2024

Energy is one of the biggest influences on our day – when we’re feeling high in energy, we can often have a better day than days we’re lacking in energy. But sometimes, you have to have a...

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7 tips for creating a happier workplace

1st March 2024

According to Indeed, a third of workers in the UK are unhappy. With happy employees being 13% more productive, having a happy team is good for everyone at work. Happiness and health go hand in hand...

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How to create a more connected workplace

5th February 2024

Do you feel connected to where you work? Or the people you work with? Feeling connected to work and your job is so important for job satisfaction and progression along with personal achievement...

Five Great Relaxation Techniques You Need to Be Doing Right Now

21st December 2023

Editor’s Note: This post was originally published in August 2021. It has been updated for accuracy and relevance. We all live with stress every day. We face stressful situations daily that can...

Doing What Matters In Times Of Stress to Prevent Burnout!

17th November 2023

With 3/4 of UK adults admitting they felt so stressed they were unable to cope, management of our response to stress is vital. Chronic stress can have a devastating impact on our lives, and when we...

How to find the right mental health support?

23rd October 2023

When you’re living with a mental health problem, or helping someone who has, accessing to the right support is vital! Have you or someone close to you, experienced mental ill-health before?...

Why Meditate?

11th September 2023

We have over 60,000 thoughts a day. Many of these are repetitive. Some are thoughts about the future, and some replaying past events, conversations & scenarios. Our lives are busy and our minds...

“All-day” Energy – here’s how…

15th August 2023

Are you struggling to get going in the morning or hitting a wall of fatigue in the afternoon? Your daily food choices & habits can have a profound effect on your all-day energy levels…...

6 signs you need to build your resilience skills

19th July 2023

Resilience is a key life skill. It is defined as the ability to recover quickly from setbacks or difficulties. A person with strong resilience skills can handle disappointments and challenging...

Men’s Health Problems – Why They Matter To Us All!

19th June 2023

Last week was #menshealthweek – we hope you enjoyed our blog and activities, amd now better understand how important it is that we keep focusing on Men’s health problems – to...

MEN’S HEALTH MATTERS 2023

12th June 2023

Wellbeing and health are topics that are often overlooked by men. The average man pays less attention to his health than the average woman. It is true! Compared to women, men are more likely to: ...