The Journal

The boom in wellness practices and services over the last decade aligns with a cultural shift in London that prioritises mental health and better living. It was clear that the metrics used for success and status at the end of the previous century were more attuned to financial gain and career development, often to the detriment of other aspects of personal growth and family life. The old adage that ‘you cannot pour from an empty cup’ is a concise way of understanding exactly how important this new appreciation of self-care is. If we are to be at our very best in our work settings and available to maintain healthy relationships with the people around us, then we must ensure that we are operating with a balance that attends to all aspects of life.