Mental Health

From learning about our emotions to taking time to catch up with friends in cosy settings, we share 10 things to do this November Page-turners Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown As a TED Talk legend, five-time number one bestselling author, and research professor, Brené Brown offers a new book to help us find

Learn the basics of feng shui and create a peaceful, balanced home You’ve probably heard the term before, but how much do you really know about feng shui, its history, and the ways we can apply its principles in our own homes? First, let’s go back to the beginning. Feng shui is the ancient Chinese

From financial literacy to sustainable saving, we spoke with the experts to discover how we can tackle our money worries Money. It’s something we all worry about. No matter how much you budget and save, there’s always something that comes up to throw a spanner in the works. And for those living payday to payday,

Could working with a mentor help women reach new heights? In 2019, the Alison Rose review into female entrepreneurship found that targeted professional support for women could generate up to £250 billion for the UK economy. More recently, a survey conducted by Yoga Alliance Professionals, the leading professional body for yoga teachers, found that 88%

We share the little life hacks that help us feel our best every day What’s the secret to a happy life? OK, we don’t know the answer to that – in fact, we don’t think there is just one. But while there’s no magic formula to achieving a blissful existence, there are daily habits we

For more than 30 years, part of actor, writer, and director David Harewood’s life story has been obscured from his view. Now he’s discovered what really happened to his younger self, and has found peace, purpose, and liberation after coming to terms with his own experience of psychosis David Harewood is sitting in his kitchen

What’s the relationship between sugar and mental health, and how can we make sure it’s a balanced one? Sugar plays a huge role in our food culture, packed into tasty treats and everyday snacks. That said, it’s fair to say the sweet stuff doesn’t have the best press, with the way that it can negatively

As the singer, songwriter, and crafter of emotional masterpieces releases her latest single ‘Easy on Me’, we’re reflecting on the wellbeing lessons we can take from Adele Think moving masterpieces, and a lot of people will immediately point to Adele, whose searingly honest tracks have been taking us on journeys through the human experience since

Seeing someone we care for be consumed by perceived ‘flaws’ can be extremely difficult – especially at a time when re-entering society has us all feeling under more intense scrutiny. But if you are at a loss for what to do, the good news is there are ways you can support a friend or family

New survey results reveal one in five adults still own their childhood teddies, while 9% of us choose to sleep with a soft toy at night Cuddly toys and security blankets are just two of the most common comfort objects (also known as loveys) many of us have as children. Snuggling up with a stuffed

A new interactive online documentary pairs science and storytelling to help us improve resilience, creativity and productivity How do you feel about stepping into the unknown? After the last couple of years, you would have thought we’d be comfortable with uncertainty. But the truth is, many of us aren’t. As someone with anxiety and a

Spot the micro stressors in your life and take steps to soothe them Stress is something that all of us experience – it can come and go, or affect us over long periods of time. This stress can come from a number of different places, and we can often trace them back to big events

After personally experiencing the benefits of therapy, Natasha decided to make the switch and become a counsellor. Then she had another brainwave – a way to help people who have doubts or fears about face-to-face sessions My journey to becoming a counsellor and psychotherapist started when I was in my early 20s. I went through

However, many parents and carers believe the pandemic has improved workplace culture. Could we see a shift towards a better work-life balance? To mark the start of National Work Life Week 2021 (October 11-15), new polling results have been released by Working Families. Results show a wide gulf in how parents and carers are balancing

We’re shining a light on the inequalities impacting mental health and discuss what needs to change Every time a mental health awareness day rolls around, my social media feeds fill with people saying the same thing; awareness isn’t the problem… Getting the right support is. Talking about mental health is necessary and something we care

It can be easy to neglect your own needs when you’re focused on caring for another, but here are five tips that could help Receiving and living with a physical or mental health diagnosis can be a massive challenge. Not just for the person with the diagnosis, but for those closest to them, too. Often,

The pain of teeth grinding is something many people struggle with, and yet lots don’t even realise they’re doing it – though they certainly feel it. Here, we get to the root of bruxism, and how to stop it leaving you ground down A few years ago I was eating a Twix, when one of

Ahead of physical illnesses, research finds that mental health problems are now the UK’s most common medical complaint One in four people will experience a mental health problem in their lifetime – and, now, according to new research from not-for-profit healthcare provider Beneden Health, poor mental health has become the most common medical complaint for

It may sound cheesy, but self-belief and self-esteem are crucial to raising girls to go out into the world feeling confident and resilient for what lies ahead of them. And while raising girls with high self-esteem despite their being surrounded by digitally altered images is no easy task, it is possible. Here are some of

Poet and artist Blake Auden shares tips on how to use writing to manage your mental health I have suffered from anxiety most of my adult lifem and I’ve tried a range of therapies, techniques and approaches to managing my mental health – but nothing has quite helped me in the way that writing has.

From managing stresses, to feeling empowered by your sensitivities, we share five essential steps to help you thrive as an HSP It’s estimated that around 20% of us are considered a highly sensitive person (HSP) – someone who, due to an innate trait, experiences more intense emotional, mental, and physical reactions to stimuli. However, there

Hassan Akkad, award-winning documentary filmmaker, activist and author of Hope Not Fear: Finding My Way from Refugee to Filmmaker to NHS Hospital Cleaner, talks to Happiful’s podcast about his love of storytelling and speaking about his own mental health to support others In 2020, Hassan Akkad – a Syrian documentary filmmaker – took up a