by Kerri Summers | May 13, 2021 | Thoughts
A large body of research exists on the psychological and physiological benefits of interaction with nature. However, getting out in nature isn’t always viable. Digital nature which allows us to experience nature in a simulated environment can provide a practical and...
by Kerri Summers | May 13, 2021 | Thoughts
A new study from Microsoft’s Human Factors Lab explains why back-to-back virtual meetings drain us and how important a short 10 minute break can be to alleviate build-up of stress. The study compared the brainwaves of 14 participants who attended 4 x 30 minute...
by Kerri Summers | Mar 22, 2021 | Thoughts
This Monday is International Women’s Day and social media will be awash with posts showcasing amazing women and talking about how important this day is. Whilst IWD is an important date in the calendar, the other 364 days of the year also need to live up to the good...
by Kerri Summers | Feb 18, 2021 | Thoughts
It’s almost been a year since the expressions “Shall we have a zoom call”, “you’re on mute” and “sorry can you let me share my screen” have become a regular part of our vocabulary. The ubiquity of online meetings have come with the obvious advantages, however...
by Kerri Summers | Jan 15, 2021 | Thoughts
It is 297 days since the first lockdown on 23 March 2020 297 days of working and caring for those that need our care. 297 days of juggling working from home and childcare 297 unprecedented days of protecting ourselves and our families from the virus 297 days of trying...
