Mental Health

Jules Von Hep joins Happiful’s podcast to talk about letting go of your inner critic and the brilliant things that happen when you do… Jules Von Hep has a lot going on as 2021 draws to a close. He’s recently launched the fantastic sustainable knitwear company Yan Tan, is gearing up to celebrate the fourth

With a humble teabag promising everything from a good night’s sleep to protection against colds, Jenna Farmer delves into the science behind the power of herbs, and the benefits that switching to herbal tea may bring From ginger to peppermint, turmeric and chai, herbal tea has had a steep rise in popularity. With many being

Taking that first step towards working with a therapist can feel like both a huge hurdle and an achievement worth celebrating. But how much do we really know about our therapists, and what we should be looking for when seeking help? Conversations around mental health have become much more commonplace. Whether it’s in the workplace,

Can comic book characters help us conquer our fears and discover the hero within? When the first lockdown was announced in 2020, I made a decision: to watch all the Marvel films, in chronological order, from Captain America to Endgame. Once I got through them, I moved on to the Lord of the Rings trilogy,

Creative expression became a healthy outlet for Danny to channel his Tourette’s syndrome, and through his experience he’s recognised that mental health can hold a mirror up to show our true selves, as well as the world around us I am a singer songwriter with Tourette’s syndrome. My mother is a healer, my father an

Tap into the power of nature, all year round Nature is a balm to both the mind and body – reducing blood pressure, and alleviating anxiety and stress. It was even the theme for this year’s Mental Health Awareness Week because of its “unique ability to not only bring consolation in times of stress, but

Why do so many people regularly wake up at obscure times of the morning? This study might have the answer It’s a scenario many of us will be familiar with. You roll over, suddenly wide awake, check the time, and it’s 4.44 AM – or thereabouts. So what’s the deal with waking up at that

New statistics reveal concern for the future of our planet, but what can we do to manage anxiety and feel empowered? As the COP26 UN Climate Conference in Glasgow continues this week, statistics from the Office for National Statistics’ (ONS’) Opinions and Lifestyle Survey show three-quarters of adults in Britain are worried about the impact

With one in five Brits admitting to sugar being their biggest vice, how much do we really know about our sugar consumption? Sugar. We all know it’s not exactly good for us, but do any of us realise the impact it can have on our health, physically and mentally? And do we really know how

Follow these eight practical tips for embracing and building self-love The road to self-love is rarely straightforward. It includes twists, turns, hurdles, and challenges – and, above all, it’s going to take time. We have a good idea of what it means to love another person – you care about their wellbeing, you root for

Vanessa Dietzel, author of The Performance Curve, explains the effect purpose can have on our wellbeing, and how we can harness this power for our own good From a really young age, my twin brother had a clear sense of his purpose in crafting unique experiences through technology such as lasers. Pursuing this purpose brought

The word ‘sorry’ can lose all meaning when it becomes a habit, or when it’s used to clean the slate without dealing with the underlying issues. So, it’s time we reviewed our relationship with apologies – you won’t be sorry Many of us use the word ‘sorry’ frequently throughout the day. Even when we’re innocent,

CEO and Founder of Music and You Jack Williamson has released his debut book, brilliantly titled The Shitty Committee, and he’s joining Happiful’s podcast to share more Jack Williamson has over 20 years of experience working in the music industry and over the past five, he’s trained to become a therapist and coach so that

For when things feel as though they’re piling up, and you’re struggling to cope, here are some self-compassion tips to help work on your resiliency Do you know of anyone who has not felt their level of resiliency tested to some degree lately? Nope? Me neither – and, in my role as a psychotherapist, I

Eating disorders only plague young women, right? Wrong. More than 300,00 men and boys are thought to be afflicted, too. It’s time to end the stigma, and get men talking about their struggles with food In our society, eating disorders are rife. The leading eating disorder charity in the UK, Beat, says that approximately 1.25

Feeling a bit ‘meh’? We’ve all been there – but you don’t have to stay feeling stuck in a rut. Here, we explore how to break free from languishing Imagine a line. At one end is depression and the other, flourishing. Where would you put yourself right now? This continuum can be a helpful tool

With help from a nutritional therapist, we share some top tips for taking food guilt off the table If you’ve ever found yourself unfairly berating yourself for what you have, or haven’t, eaten, you wouldn’t be alone. Food guilt is a common experience that builds up inside of us, gnawing away at our happiness and

I’m Jo. I’m 37 years old. I have a great husband and a beautiful daughter who makes me proud every day. I studied and practised law for many years at one of the world’s premier law firms. I have an undeniably privileged and comfortable life and, as a white, privately-schooled, university-educated, heterosexual, cisgender woman in

While many report that they struggle to cope with new parenthood, the majority are reluctant to ask for help during the first weeks with a newborn The first weeks of parenthood are undeniably challenging, as parents adjust to an upheaval to their lives, all while facing the physical, mental, and emotional challenges that come with

Young mental health activists will be co-producing the first children’s only mental health festival this coming February Awareness of ill mental health has increased dramatically over recent years. With more and more of us talking about how we are feeling, we’re creating more dialogues and paths towards seeking help and support than ever before. Yet

When your inner critic puts you down, stop, recognise it, and flip the statement with these tips Negative self-talk is a trap that many of us can fall into. They’re the niggling comments that creep into our minds when we start to doubt ourselves, or get caught in a shame spiral. And over time they

Tuning-in to the relationship between our physical and emotional selves holds truly transformative potential. Here, our expert columnist Andy Gill delves into the topic, to share insight, advice, and practical exercises you can try at home… Many people see yoga as stretching, a way to improve mobility, an exercise practice, something about breathing, relaxation or