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    Ciara McGinley

    Ciara McGinley

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    Contributing Health Writer

    Ciara McGinley is a freelance journalist, editor and mindfulness meditation practitioner. She covers health, wellbeing and lifestyle topics for her favourite women's lifestyle publications including Marie Claire, Stylist, Red Magazine and Woman & Home. She's all about betting that mind-body connection, and takes her self-care and night-time routine very seriously... When she's not writing or teaching meditation, you'll find her trying out the latest wellness trend, or escaping London for a hiking weekend. 

    Latest articles by Ciara McGinley

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    This app promises to be game-changing for your sleep and energy levels - what I thought after testing for a month

    Could it really supercharge my energy levels?

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      I've been going to sound baths for a year - and can't believe how much they've helped my anxiety, sleep and mood

      Here's what to expect, plus the benefits you can expect to see.

      By Ciara McGinley

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    • Let Them theory: A woman smiling in the sunshine on a yoga mat
      The Let Them theory is on everyone's TikTok feeds - could the hack help you transform a negative mindset?

      It's all about making peace with letting go of control.

      By Ciara McGinley

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      Seen people raving about intermittent fasting but not sure how it works or if it's safe? 4 top experts share their verdict

      The latest wellness trend or something to try?

      By Ciara McGinley

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    • How to improve sleep: Ciara sat on the floor
      As a meditation teacher who once struggled with insomnia, these are the 5 simplest ways to improve sleep

      My secrets to catching those all-important zzz.

      By Ciara McGinley

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    • Yoga with Adriene: the yoga instructor smelling flowers
      There's a reason Yoga with Adriene is the most popular in the world - 15 of her best flows to ease tightness and tension

      Find your flow - for free.

      By Ciara McGinley

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      At breaking point? I've been practising this simple stress-busting technique for two months - and feel calmer than ever

      Ready to supplement your meditation practice with this technique?

      By Ciara McGinley

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    • Body scan meditation: A woman asleep in bed
      I suffered from insomnia for years - now, I nod off in minutes thanks to this simple technique

      Ever heard of body scan meditation? It's the only thing that's helped me get those zzzs.

      By Ciara McGinley

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    • Hot pilates: A woman rolling out a workout mat
      Hot Pilates is trending - here's how it promises to boost muscle tone, metabolism, strength, and more

      Keen to take your Pilates up a notch?

      By Ciara McGinley

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