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 …

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 …

There’s no ‘one size fits all’ for our diet and lifestyle, and this is especially true as we age. The principles of healthy eating stay the same over …

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 …