Mental Health

Adults across the UK are missing out on vital care for fear of making an unnecessary fuss A survey of 2,000 UK adults, conducted by Benenden Health, has uncovered that 32% of Brits ignore health symptoms, with just 35% reporting that they regularly monitor their health. So why is that? Well, the survey found that,

Laughing with our friends is one of the best things we can do for our mental health, but how do you navigate spending quality time with them in the current economic crisis? We share eight low-cost and free things you can do together The current economic climate has seen many of us take to money-saving

We explore the signs of empty nest syndrome and how you can manage this big life transition Raising children and being a parent sets us up on a rollercoaster of emotions. One minute you’re feeling the joy and pride of seeing them thrive, the next you’re filled with worry, doubt, and frustration as they veer

With research showing almost three quarters of us don’t get enough sleep, how can we stop tossing and turning and start sleeping soundly? Here, we uncover the best natural sleep support techniques that are proven to work Whether it’s scrolling on TikTok or your mind racing at 3am, many of us struggle with sleep. In

A chance to slow down, be creative and connect with nature’s beauty, mindful drawing is our new favourite activity. Here we talk to artist and author Amy Maricle to learn more I started drawing back in 2020, during the first lockdown. I was taking a break from my side-hustle after experiencing burnout and needed something

Can coaching really help with creative ideas, careers and businesses? We explain more about creativity coaching and how it could benefit you Around half of us think we’re creative, yet 75% of us believe we aren’t living up to our full creative potential. Whether you’re an artist, writer, musician, crafter, performer, run a creative business

The current economic crisis has seen many people turn to their careers to try and offset some of their financial difficulties. We asked Mental Health First Aid England what employers can do to help Britain is facing the highest rate of inflation since the 1980s and, whilst we’ve seen promises of energy price caps and

Making a healthy, filling, nutritious lunch your child wants to eat shouldn’t be stressful – or break the bank. We share tips and tricks to help keep costs down while ensuring you’re helping make healthy food choices for your kids School dinners have always had a bit of a bad reputation. Just try giving it

Starting university comes with fresh challenges, so here’s how to find the help you need Going to university can be an exciting time. With the chance to focus on a subject you love, make friends, and try new experiences, many find student life enjoyable and fulfilling. But starting university can also be daunting. And if

Explore the glory of gardening, and how it can help sow the seeds of wellness It was May 2022. My first batch of parsnip seeds failed to germinate because it was too cold. Slugs had eaten the first leaves of the runner beans that I had planted two weeks before. The courgettes had suffered the

Around 43% of Brits have gambled in the last year, yet it’s estimated just 3% of problem gamblers get help. If you’re worried a habit may have turned into an addiction, it’s never too late to seek help. Here’s how you stop gambling for good Who doesn’t like to think that they’re lucky? Whether it’s

It’s the technicoloured trend of 2022, but is there more to colourful fashion than meets the eye? On the third Thursday of every month, the Old Spitalfields Market in Shoreditch, London, is infused with colour, pattern, and joy. And we’re not just talking about the treasures that can be found on the flea market stalls.

Society conditions us to think that we must always keep going, that fortune favours the busy, and to applaud the relentless hustlers. But columnist Grace Victory is here to share the real urgency, and necessity, to cut yourself some slack. This is your rallying call to rest – you deserve it Recently, I’ve found myself

It’s easy to feel hopeless right now. From supporting others to taking action, here are five things you can do that really can make a difference The cost of living crisis is weighing heavily on many minds at the moment, and with the 24-hour news cycle that washes up story after story of frightening, stress-inducing,

From connecting with nature to a film about a rock ‘n’ roll legend, and a podcast that’ll inspire you to make a change, try something new with our enriching suggestions 1. Page-turners You Need To Hear This: 365 Days Of Silly, Honest Advice You Need Right Now by Chronicle It’s the pocket-sized agony aunt you

Between smart watches tracking our sleeping patterns, apps to help us calm down before bed, alarms set via our home assistants, and dozens more modern tricks and tips we may be trying to help achieve that ‘better’ nights sleep, could we actually be causing ourselves more stress? Technology has become an intrinsic part of our

Becoming a parent can bring so much joy, but there can be challenges with this new chapter. Here, we explore how coaching can support you Any time we move into a new stage of life, there is a mixture of emotions that come with it. Even the most positive and joyful transitions like getting married,

From the meaning of boundary setting to the benefits of good communication, Life Coach and author Michelle Elman shares her expertise on establishing healthy boundaries and living an easier life as a result “Boundaries are how we teach people to treat us. It’s what is and isn’t acceptable,” Life Coach and author Michelle Elman explains.

When the time comes to end a course of antidepressants, many people face concerns about what’s next. So we’re laying out what to expect “I have experienced anxiety since childhood and developed depression in my 20s, after the birth of my second child. Following my divorce, I became more affected, at times struggling to cope

How the ideas of an ancient Greek philosopher could help you find true inner joy today For the vast majority of people, the desire to be happy is one of the core motivators in this life. Whether we consciously realise it or not, the reason why we work towards certain financial, career, or personal goals,

Set the mood with these cosy, uplifting songs for your autumn playlist Flickering tea lights, steaming hot drinks, piles of blankets, and crunchy walks over fallen leaves – autumn conjures up a variety of seasonal delights. And while the darker seasons can come with wellbeing challenges – such as seasonal affective disorder, or ‘winter blues’

Former England rugby player Kat Merchant shares her experience of ‘fit shaming’ and how she deals with it As a former England rugby player, I have always been a ‘strong woman’. It was my job to be the strongest and fittest I could be to win, and that meant being physically muscular to be at