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How to beat the back-to-work blues

By Bristol24/7  Thursday Sep 1, 2016

With Autumn fast approaching, we’re thinking less about which beers and eateries to sample from Bristol’s best independents and more about ways to banish the back-to-work blues.

This is the perfect opportunity to review our lifestyle choices and kick start healthy habits. After all, who doesn’t want to arrive at work relaxed, ready to start the day and be more productive?

Create a pre-work ritual

EatDrink24/7 Launch Party is back on July 8 2026!
Exclusive collabs from Bristol’s favourite food vendors, available for one night only. Be first to grab your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 guide – plus every ticket comes with a free limited-edition beer can.

A few ideas for kick starting your morning:-

• Pack more fresh fruit and veggies into your day by paying a visit to the delicious smoothie bars on Gloucester Road

• Sign up for one of the early bird yoga sessions across the city

• Sneak in a cheeky pre-work run around the Downs, overlooking Clifton Suspension Bridge

• Become a Master of Meditation

The dreaded ‘c’ word

One of the greatest factors which impacts our happiness levels according to the bods at the Guardian is our commute.

The unavoidable Bristol traffic, parking costs (which, quite frankly, could be better spent at St Nick’s street market) and running to the bus stop half a mile away isn’t so gert lush.

So, imagine a service that tailored its routes to you – routes which are optimised in real time depending on demand; is fast, efficient, with a guaranteed seat that can be booked up to 15 minutes in advance. 

Ta da! … Introducing Slide, a new shared ride to work service in Bristol. Relax on board our air conditioned vehicles with free wifi. No need to look for a parking place, or wait for the bus. With real time updates and pre-booking through our handy app we’ll have you transported to work stress-free.

Get your first ride for FREE with promo code SLIDE2WORK 

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Bristol's only truly independent food & drink guide is back, and we're throwing a party to celebrate on July 8 2026 at Wiper and True Brewery & Taproom, Old Market.

  • Exclusive collaborations from Bristol's favourite food vendors (you can't try these special dishes anywhere else)
  • Be the first to pick up your free copy of the EatDrink24/7 Guide
  • Music + great drinks
  • Each ticket includes a beer from Wiper and True, a special limited-edition can created just for the occasion.

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