Tudor Rose Workplace Wellbeing Consultancy

18/02/2025

It won't be much longer before the evenings start getting lighter and the days become warmer but until that happens it's easy for motivation and mood to dip.

However, a few small changes can make a big difference in keeping energy levels high. Here are some top tips to boost our :

💡 Let There Be Light – Maximise natural or invest in daylight lamps to keep spirits bright.

🏃‍♂️ More – Include short walks, stretching breaks, in your day to keep energy flowing.

🍏 Fuel Smart – meals and plenty of help fight off winter fatigue.

🧘‍♀️ Prioritise Rest and Recovery – Quality and mindful breaks boost focus and productivity.

🎯 Set Small, Achievable – Breaking tasks into bite-sized wins keeps motivation high.

What’s your go-to strategy for staying energised in winter? Share in the comments! 👇

17/02/2025

When did you last receive or give a thoughtful gesture from loved ones, friends or colleagues?

Today encourages us all to spread kindness through thoughtful gestures and meaningful actions.

Giving and receiving, a good deed can be a great boost to our wellbeing. It can give us a feeling of happiness, make us feel valued, and remind us to be kind to ourselves too. Sometimes the smallest act can have the biggest impact.

A compliment to a stranger in the shopping checkout queue, a phone call just to say "hi how are you?" making a colleagues their favourite cuppa, are some simple ideas.

What could you do today to show kindness to a loved one, friend, stranger, colleague? How could we help make kindness the norm, not just today?

Thank you to all our clients and supporters for having trust in us.

14/02/2025

🌸 The Ultimate Self-Care Gift for Mum! 🌸

Mums wear many hats - nurse, coach, mentor, cheerleader, educator, cook, cleaner…the list goes on! They give so much of themselves every day, often putting others first.

This Mother’s Day (or any special occasion), why not show the mother figure in your life just how much she’s appreciated?

🎁 Introducing: A Hug In A Box 🎁

This thoughtfully curated gift set is designed to promote relaxation and self-care, allowing Mum the chance to put her feet up and enjoy some much-needed ‘me time.’ Whether she needs a moment of calm, a touch of pampering, or a simple reminder that she’s loved, this box is the perfect way to send a warm embrace—without even being there!

✨ Because every Mum deserves a little luxury. ✨

Order yours today

Having to live with any health or disability issues can be exhausting both physically and mentally. Sometimes all you need is a hug, or maybe a hug in a box

13/02/2025

Do you listen to podcasts?

I sometimes listen to them when travelling as a change from the radio.

Here are 3 podcasts to inspire your wellbeing journey this spring

1️⃣ Perfect Health & Bright Business Minds with Elaine Godley

2️⃣ Victress FM with Michelle Williams

3️⃣ Happy Place with Fearne Cotton

It just so happens that I've also been a guest on two out of the three which I loved ❤️- I'm just waiting for Fearne to get in touch 😂

What health and wellbeing podcasts do you listen to?

12/02/2025

What do you love 🩷 about your job?

I love 🩷leading change towards more inclusive workplaces and empowering people to perform at their best, especially those also living with a disability or long-term health condition too.

Being a people person, I 🩷 doing this in-person with networking, delivering inclusion and wellbeing training workshops and facilitating coaching clients to their preferred outcomes.

When we 🩷 what we do it doesn't feel like work does it? And those busier times can be more manageable.

Now your turn, in the comments below 👇.

11/02/2025

Looking after our heart includes eating heart-healthy foods. These could also help reduce cholesterol, lower blood pressure and reduce our risk of diabetes and they boost our energy and concentration too. Here are some top recommendations from The Association of UK Dieticians:

🍏5 or more portions of fruit and vegetables per day (3 heaped tablespoons of veg, 1 dessert bowl of salad, 2 small/1 larger fruit, 1 handful/30g of grapes, cherries or berries, 150ml unsweetened fruit juice, 30g dried fruit).
🦈2 portions of fish a week, 1 being oily. I love tuna or salmon.
🍜More pulses (beans, peas and lentils)
🧁Less processed foods.
🧈Plant based spreads.
🥦More fibre.
🍿Healthier snacks.
🍚Soya, soya products and oats.
🥨6g/1tsp max. salt.
🍥Less sugar 30g max a day.

What will you put in your packed lunches? Our workshop gives further tips on how to manage healthy habits when family, time etc. gets in the way. Give us a 🥑 in the comments if you'd like to hear more.

10/02/2025

Love ❤️ isn't just for and it doesn't need to be of the romantic type (although we wouldn't say no to that would we?)!

This Friday 14th is also , , , and a great time to love hearts ❤️.

You probably know that I love dancing, but did you know it is also great for our too? Dance is an accessible and sport, whether you do have a boogie in your kitchen or take a regular class. Dancing increases our heart rate and improves our . As a regular activity it increases our heart’s strength and helps us keep a healthy weight and blood pressure. It's great for keeping our arteries clear through increasing good cholesterol levels. Not forgetting it's great fun and social too, so good for our general wellbeing.

We'd love to hear how you are loving your heart, in the comments below ♥️.

07/02/2025

When we work in a culture of appreciation it can boost employee morale, , and overall wellbeing. Here are three simple yet impactful ways business can express gratitude to their team:

1️⃣ Personalised Thank-You Notes – A handwritten note acknowledging a team member’s hard work or specific contribution can go a long way in making them feel valued.

2️⃣ Surprise Wellbeing Perks – Show appreciation with an unexpected wellness treat, such as a mindfulness session, an extra break, or a healthy snack delivery.

3️⃣ Gratitude Shoutouts – Dedicate time in meetings or internal emails to highlight employees' efforts and achievements, creating a culture where appreciation is the norm.

A little goes a long way in building a happier, healthier, and more engaged workplace! What ways have you seen to your team?

04/02/2025

Today is and many of us will have been touched by it in some way. A loved one, a friend, a colleague, or indeed ourselves.

There is lots of support out there, and if we feel well enough, we can continue working. Reach out and signpost other to the support.
Here are some links you may find useful.

https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/coping/practically

https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-information-and-support/supporting-someone

https://www.nhsinform.scot/illnesses-and-conditions/cancer/

https://tudorroseservices.co.uk/a-hug-in-a-box/

It is important to do what is feels right for you. If that's keep busy with as much normal activity as is possible, or taking more 'me time', that's okay.

03/02/2025

January, seemed longer than it was, especially after a holiday and the festive season. We had ☀️☁️🌧❄️! Did some business planning, some online networking, Jane had an overnight in hospital and was back to dance class and our usual day to day activity.

How was your January? We'd love you to share a highlight in the comments below 👇 It's good to take a look back and review, so that we don't miss what we have achieved.

29/01/2025

Happy Chinese New Year

Celebrating the arrival of spring and the new year, this year is the year of the snake. The snake is associated with wisdom, charm, elegance and transformation, and those born under this sign are said to be highly wise, intuitive and charming. What is your Chinese sign? Mine is the wood dragon!

Traditionally, houses are thoroughly cleaned, sweeping away any ill fortune to make way for incoming good luck. Who's up for a Spring clean then?

This Saturday 1st February, hosts Echoes of Spring: Year of the Snake New Year celebration. https://museumsandgalleries.leeds.gov.uk/whats-on/114//echoes-of-spring-year-of-the-snake and my class have been invited to perform our group dance in the beautiful Picture Gallery (scheduled for 3.20pm)! Why not come along and boost your with all the celebration activities.

Join our public Chinese Lunar New Year celebration at Temple Newsam with the Leeds Chinese Community School

28/01/2025

When come your way.

Last week I shared about my speedy homecoming after foot surgery. That was great. However, when you can no way weight bear life brings a whole lot of new challenges.

Being a part-time (ambulatory, the technical term) wheelchair user, with little balance, means that crutches and hopping around is not an option, so it's wheelchair all the way for at least 6 weeks.

What is that looking like day to day?

Prior to escaping hospital, physio had to be assured I could manage at home. So, failing the stairs test I had to agree to sleeping downstairs. This was not for me, so all my life being used to finding my way to do the things I want to, my day looks like this for the next few weeks:

👩‍🦽From bed to lounge downstairs on my bottom.
👩‍🦽Transfer from wheelchair to armchair.
👩‍🦽Breakfast directed by me, prepared and delivered to me by my other half to living room or, back to wheelchair to kitchen table where he fetches and carries and I prep. etc.
👩‍🦽Wash bowl brought to me.
👩‍🦽Get dressed, with assistance (I can't stand unaided on one leg. I'm no🦩).
👩‍🦽Then I'm exhausted and ready for a rest and another cuppa.
👩‍🦽Transfer again to armchair in living room and I get the laptop out for work (office is upstairs!).
👩‍🦽During the day my partner waiting on my every need. He's being a 🌟.
👩‍🦽Not forgetting the loo! Wheelchair to cloakroom and only just, with a walking frame, get to loo. Then I'm done in, again!
👩‍🦽As bedtime comes, the trip to bed is the reverse of coming downstairs. So ready for bed then!

This is proving so tiring on the arms, and those who know how independent I am, so very frustrating having to depend on others so much for all those daily living things we take for granted. I've no problem with using my wheelchair to get to places quicker, save energy and enable me to do things I otherwise wouldn't be able to. It's very different when we are faced with some new obstacle to manage day to day. Something many of our clients find they must. But with the right practical and emotional and around and some and , we can do it.
Onward and upwards on my continued recovery and back to my usual mobility.

27/01/2025

Today marks the 80th anniversary of the of liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. The theme, "For a Better Future".

It is okay to take a moment for your thoughts and memories. How will you and your workplace make space?

24/01/2025

Today is the perfect reminder of the power of positive feedback in the workplace. A genuine compliment can go a long way in boosting morale, strengthening team bonds, and fostering a culture of appreciation.

As leaders and employers, let’s take a moment to recognize our teams' hard work, creativity, and dedication. A simple “Great job!” or “I appreciate your efforts” can inspire and motivate, making your workplace a more engaging and rewarding environment.

What’s one compliment you’ve shared (or received) that made a difference? Let’s spread the positivity in the comments below!

23/01/2025

Well, that was a surprise!

This week I had prepared myself for being in hospital all week following foot surgery.

From previous experience I was prepared to feel dreadful after the anaesthetic. I stocked up on magazines and colouring books, dug out the Walkman and found some earplugs, so I wouldn't be bored during my stay.

I was ready.

What I didn't expect was to feel generally fine following my surgery and to be allowed home the next day for the FIRST TIME EVER!

So, what was different this time?

I had acupuncture.

At my pre op meeting I mentioned how ill I usually feel following anaesthetic and the nurse said to ask the anaesthetist for acupuncture.

A strip like a plaster, with 4 circles of pins was stuck across my forehead and I felt fine when I came round.

When we are prepared for the worse, and not afraid to share our experience or needs, things can work out much better than expected.

22/01/2025

Your employees’ well-being is your competitive edge.

Let’s align your workplace culture with their needs.

Employers, let us know what your priorities are for this coming year in the comments below.

Employees, let us know what you would you think your employer should focus on.

21/01/2025

A thriving business starts with thriving employees. Let 2025 be the year you prioritize workplace well-being

As employers, shaping an inclusive and supportive workplace isn’t just a resolution, it’s the key to success.

What’s your top goal for employee well-being in 2025?

20/01/2025

Let’s brew something positive this Monday ☕💬

Did you know there’s no such thing as ‘Blue Monday’?

The idea that today is the "most difficult day of the year" is a myth! Everyone has good days and tough days for their own reasons and that’s perfectly normal.

Instead, let’s flip the script. This is about connection: taking time to share a moment, a brew, and a conversation with someone who matters to you.

💡 Your challenge for today: Grab a cuppa with a friend, family member, or colleague. A simple chat can make someone’s day brighter—including yours!

Let’s make today about connection, not calendars. Who will you share your brew with?