The sleep mistake you keep making because you’re exhausted
When sleep becomes something you feel you have to achieve, bedtime can turn into a nightly battle. A sleep expert explains why trying less may be the key to breaking the cycle of insomnia.
Mindfulness
Mindfulness allows us to check in with our thoughts, feelings, self and surroundings. Discover a world of meditative practises, breath work & movement, here
Five minutes that could change how you sleep every night
If you’re struggling to sleep, the answer might have less to do with your bedtime routine and more to do with how you spend your waking hours — especially what you do when you first get out of bed.
Always putting off your biggest tasks? 5 expert-backed ways to beat procrastination for good
Learn how to beat procrastination and get your work done with these top tips from social entrepreneur Sharath Jeevan and author Gemma Bray…
The food secret that could keep your brain sharper for longer — and it doesn’t cost a penny!
New research suggests that when we eat may influence how well our brains age – as well as our waistlines We tend to think about healthy ageing in terms of what we eat: more vegetables, enough protein, fewer ultra-processed foods. But new research suggests there may be another question worth asking: when do we eat? […]
Eating on autopilot? This could help you take back control
Paying closer attention to hunger, fullness and how food makes us feel could help us make different choices – without turning eating into another set of rules. When eating becomes habitual, it’s easy to lose touch with some of the signals that tell us when we’re hungry and when we’ve had enough. We might eat […]
The 50-40-10 happiness rule is trending again – but can you really control how happy you are?
The viral 50-40-10 theory claims 50% of our happiness comes from genetics, 40% from the choices we make and just 10% from our circumstances. But two mental health experts warn the reality is far more complicated – and reveal what you can do to boost your wellbeing.
Why slowing down and embracing softness could transform your mental health, relationships and sense of wellbeing this summer
From better relationships to improved wellbeing, Kate Townshend explores why choosing softness isn’t a weakness — it’s a strength. Words: Kate Townshend. Images: Shutterstock. One of my favourite things about summer is its texture. You can walk out into air that feels like a caress rather than a bite. Everyone is slower and lazier, as […]
From miscarriage to burnout: why experts say women need to tell the stories they’ve been keeping secret
Whether it’s trauma, burnout or heartbreak, opening up about painful experiences can help us find meaning, support and a sense of belonging. Psychologist Jessica Zucker looks at how the power of storytelling can change how we view our reality — and even change that reality itself. Words: Jessica Zucker. Images: Shutterstock It’s beyond time to […]
