By Olivia Wong We know what you’re thinking. Not you too, Research Hive – haven't we all had to stop enough of our lives already in this pandemic? ……and now you’re trying to ruin October by shamelessly renaming it ‘Stoptober’? Are you sure you don’t secretly work for the government? Hold your horses for we’re … Continue reading Stoptober (how to quit addictive things – in a good way!)
Category: Wellbeing
Self-harm and aggression: two sides of the same coin?
By Matina Shafti @MatinaPsy Self-harm and aggression are harmful behaviours that can have severe consequences for both the individual and those around them. These behaviours are prevalent across the world, making it a global health issue. On the surface, it might seem that self-harm and aggression are two completely different behaviours. After all, one is … Continue reading Self-harm and aggression: two sides of the same coin?
Top tips for working from home
By Olivia M Our homes have become our offices and our offices have become our homes. With this blurring of physical boundaries brought about by a global pandemic, it’s no wonder we’re all struggling with our productivity. Once we’ve cleared the food cupboards of all snacks and have exhausted all other forms of procrastination, that … Continue reading Top tips for working from home
Runspiration!
Naomi Phillips @NaomiPhillips95 As we’ve all been confined to our houses, keen runners and complete running newbies alike have been making the most of the sunny weather and taking the opportunity to get out of the house and get their legs moving. However, just as I’ve grown very bored of my room, my usual routes … Continue reading Runspiration!
Len Johnson: A Legend Denied
Leonard "Len" Benker Johnson was born on the 22nd of October 1902. He grew up in working class Clayton as the son of William Benker "Bill" Johnson, a Sierra Leonean merchant seaman, and Margaret Maher, his proudly Irish Mancunian Mother. He grew up in a multi-cultural childhood with fellow immigrants of Jewish, Irish, Italian, and … Continue reading Len Johnson: A Legend Denied
Tips on how to overcome the lockdown blues
Tarnjit Sidhu@TarnjitSidhu Lack of control and unpredictability = high stress Research shows that stress levels rise when predictability and control over a situation are low. Lockdown is the perfect example of this –we have no control over the current situation, and there is great unpredictability around when lockdown will end. On top of this – … Continue reading Tips on how to overcome the lockdown blues
Raisins to be Cheerful: A Hot Cross Bun Report
J.L. Sharpe* and J.A. Beswick, 2020 (*corresponding author) Hot cross buns are sweet, spiced buns studded with raisins and currants, traditionally eaten on Good Friday to mark the end of lent. The distinctive cross is said to signify the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the spices inside represent the spices used to embalm the body… … Continue reading Raisins to be Cheerful: A Hot Cross Bun Report
Marie Kondo and Metacognitive Therapy: what life-changing magic do ‘spark joy’ and ‘leave it alone’ have in common?
Have you noticed that people are weirdly enthused about the Kon Mari method of de-cluttering? Maybe you yourself are a convert? I hate tidying. So I thought the Netflix series seemed vaguely absurd. But I was quickly drawn in. I read the book - just out of curiosity too. And I think I’ve started to … Continue reading Marie Kondo and Metacognitive Therapy: what life-changing magic do ‘spark joy’ and ‘leave it alone’ have in common?
What do you do all day?
There are over 4,000 postgraduate research students at the University of Manchester, each with their own story to tell. Sharing knowledge and experience can be important professionally – whether it’s collaborating on a multidisciplinary project, or getting a unique perspective from outside your own bubble. There are also important benefits of social connectedness for our … Continue reading What do you do all day?
Helping others, helps you
By Jason Chu - @jchu0 Do something for a friend, colleague or stranger. Thank someone. Smile. Volunteer your time. Help a neighbour or community group. Seeing yourself, and your happiness, linked to the wider community can be incredibly rewarding. Be kind to yourself and others. This is the mantra used by the University of Manchester … Continue reading Helping others, helps you
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