We all have our own ways of tidying. For some, it’s a regular chore undertaken for a well turned out home or workspace. For others it’s something …
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New year, new beginnings
The start of a new year is a time to reflect and make changes in your life. It's a chance to bring new habits into your routine, try new things and embrace the changing seasons. We've put together some inspiring features to help you make positive changes in 2021…
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Kintsugi is the Japanese art of mending broken crockery with gold. Glittering lacquer is used to stick the pieces back together, rebuilding the pot …
For as long as I remember, I have written in a journal (or diary, as I used to call it). I remember my first ever journal with its shiny ‘Friends …
Once the alarm goes off, it can be hard to get out of bed – even when you know you have lots to do that day. It's fine not to be a morning person – …
Think of running and what comes to mind? Gasping for air? Bruised and battered feet? Memories of splodging through fields during dreaded school …
While there are plenty of pretty planners on the market to inspire you and help you to organise your life right now, perhaps a book of blank pages is …
Bullet journalling is a great way to become more focused and mindful – it helps us to concentrate on what's important and organise our time more …
Who doesn’t love the look and feel of a new outfit? To swish about in front of the mirror, do that sticky-out leg pose, then inevitably wear it every …
So you have an acoustic guitar gathering dust in the corner of your house? Has your teenager moved out and ditched a drum set? Are you starting to …
The Japanese word shukanka means 'forming the habit' in English. It's the process of building positive habits until they become second nature. As a …
Whether you plan to stop eating sugar, run a marathon or save money, how many times have you made New Year’s resolutions and found that a couple of …
There are times when we all need to take a step back from our lives to recharge our energy, replenish our motivation and re-evaluate our goals. A …
Have you ever had one of those days, or periods in your life, where you feel that things just aren’t running optimally; when you’re missing a bit of …
A few weeks ago, a box arrived. A large cardboard box. Inside was a giant, fleecy, faux sheepskin cushion with arms, designed to cradle you as you …
Smartphones. We use them for a dizzying array of reasons – and the possibilities they open up are incredible. Yet it’s easy to develop an unhealthy …
For many of us, mornings aren’t a time for mindfulness. Quite the opposite in fact – by the time you’ve been jolted awake by your alarm, dressed, …
Kate Bennett, a yin yoga teacher and co-founder of yoga and fitness blog Starting Out Somewhere, believes that adding yoga poses to your bedtime …
Words of thanks are among the most well-used and recognisable in any dialect. Whether it’s to show appreciation for assistance, a kind deed, a gift …
How to eat and exercise in your 20s Maria advises reducing alcohol consumption as you go through your twenties. “Alcohol can cause increased …
Creative writing and, indeed, poetry therapy have become an increasingly popular route for those looking for ways to improve their wellbeing. Yet …
If you've ever dreamed of writing a novel or want to master the art of crafting a short story, an online creative writing course or video tutorial …
What better way to embrace the cooler temperatures and inky evenings than to hunker down with a loved one and warm your toes under a blanket? In …
Our homes are a carefully curated collection of dedicated spaces, so if meditation is part of your daily routine (or you’d like it to be) then …
Thoughts are ‘mental events’ that enable us to make sense of ourselves, others and the world around us. They allow us to gain knowledge, make …
Have you tried everything to try to go to sleep at night? Apps? Special tea? Daylight lamps? Focusing on some simple breathing exercises for sleep …
