Mental Health

You’ve made the decision to reach out for help, but what comes next? Finding the right counsellor can be a challenging and somewhat daunting process. Therapy is a journey that takes courage, and which can involve disclosing very personal, and sometimes painful, experiences. In order for this to be done safely, and work well for

Illustrator Veronica Dearly joins Happiful for the first in our series of Creativity and Wellbeing Conversations to explore how she’s learnt to embrace change and challenge self limiting beliefs “It’s been a lot of trial and error!” self-taught illustrator Veronica Dearly shares honestly. She’s describing the road she took from designing her own wedding stationary

One week after the new legislation came into force, the Hearts Minds Genes Coalition for eating disorders has coordinated an open letter to the Government From the 6 April all restaurants, cafes and takeaways with more than 250 staff have been required to display the calorie content of meals on their menus. According to the

Follow these steps to break free from limiting ideas about life with mental illness When thinking about the stigma associated with mental health problems, your first thoughts are likely to be negative public perceptions, inaccurate stereotyping in the media, or disparaging attitudes at work. However, there is another kind of stigma that is equally painful,

Nutritionist Marcelle Rose debunks misconceptions around binge eating disorder and shares some steps to help overcome it Binge eating disorder (BED) is a serious illness thought to affect one in 50 people. As with any eating disorder, it must be medically diagnosed and there are likely to be many who are overlooked and slip through

The findings of a new study uncovered the extent to which financial wellbeing can negatively impact work performance According to a survey published by YouGov and YuLife, 80% of UK employees believe that stress around their financial wellbeing can negatively impact their performance at work – with the figure rising to 88% among those who

Reaching out for support with your mental health takes a lot of courage in the first place, but what happens when getting the right diagnosis isn’t straightforward? Lizzy Adas’s story begins in 2008, when she was 22 years old. She was working as a manager for a pub chain, and recalls how she would go

Whether it’s what to put on the TV in the evening, or how to manage priorities at work, we’re breaking down how to make decisions when things become overwhelming It can be great to feel in control of our lives, making the call on the things that come our way every day as well as

So often we underestimate the impact that our emotions can have on our everyday lives. Here, expert columnist Andy Gill dives into the topic of emotions, and shares a practical exercise to help you tune-in to yours What if we could see our emotions as an important part of ourselves? How would it be if

Walking in nature is great for your mental and physical health. So, get your boots on and step up, because here’s our beginner’s guide Whether strolling up a local hill or attempting the Three Peaks Challenge, hiking is an activity with a range of benefits. According to mental health charity Mind, spending time exercising outdoors

As research finds that a quarter of young people say they have never heard of psychosis, a national charity is calling for greater awareness According to the NHS, psychosis is a mental health condition where people lose some contact with reality. This might mean that they see or hear things that other people do not

Jessica Jones is the relatable voice we all need to hear right now. She’s an award-winning blogger, mental health activist, author, and mum of four, who’s on a mission to help us all own our lives, fully and unapologetically Before I launch the Zoom call to connect with Jess Jones, I have a moment. There

WUKA’s mission is to “ensure sustainable lifestyles are accessible to all”, and they do this by creating reusable (and comfortable) period underwear. Each year they give back to charities, donating time, money and underwear where it’s most needed. Previous charity partners have included Bloody Good Period, the NHS (during the Covid outbreak) and Surfers Against

Feel like you’re stuck in a work rut and on the edge of burnout? Career Elevation Coach Carly Ferguson shares some simple tips to help you move past a tough time ‘Stuck in a work rut’ is an odd place to be. Not moving forwards but not necessarily ready to jump ship to another job,

A toxic workplace can have a huge impact on people’s wellbeing. With expert insight, we’re identifying the signs of this harmful culture, and sharing the simple life skills that can help transform your ability to approach it If you raise the subject of toxic workplaces in any group of people, I can guarantee you that

From savoury eggs to spring craft kits and rejuvenating scented items, do something different this Easter Easter is a time for rejuvenation – when the world around us is coming back to life, and the days are full with a sense of hope for the season ahead of us. Many of us treasure the traditional

Four steps to pursuing your dreams, whatever life stage you’re at My favourite episode of Friends, the one that is guaranteed to make me laugh out loud, is the one with the ‘pivot’. The sight of that sofa stuck halfway up the stairs, and Ross blindly screaming at Rachel and Chandler to get it moving,

New beginnings aren’t always easy, but spring is the perfect time to welcome positive change in your life. Here, columnist Grace Victory explores how we can embrace starting anew, and enter a transformative time with the right mindset For years now, I’ve always felt that the emphasis on ‘new year new me’ vibes in January

Try these two-minute exercises to calm your brain and sharpen your thinking Chi Kung is an ancient Taoist practise, a way of being able to influence your own energy. In times of stress, global or otherwise, being able to affect changes in your own energetic state is a really invaluable skill. Overwhelm can take many

It’s a term you may have heard of, but what does it mean and how can you get involved in Neurodiversity Celebration Week? We’re all unique. We’ve each got something that sets us apart – be it our unique blend of experiences, talents, or interests. But for some individuals, our differences can become the focal

To mark the two year anniversary of the UK going into national lockdown, National Day of Reflection encourages us to come together and remember what we’ve lost I still remember the day we left the office to work from home for what we thought would be a couple of weeks. So it’s quite incredible to

If you’re ready to ditch food guilt and rediscover the joy of meal times, why not practise intuitive eating? If I went back and told teenage me that one day I would be able to eat whatever I wanted without guilt… I think she’d laugh in my face. Back then, I was struggling with an

We all want to do our bit for the planet, and with the rising cost of living, being cautious about our household food waste is one of the best ways to address both issues In the UK, nearly seven million tonnes of food and drink are thrown away each year – costing £12.5 billion –

It’s hard to see progress when you’re in the middle of it, but often, when you look back, you’ll see you’ve come a lot further than you think. When it comes to the evolution of mental health support, attitudes, and stigma, there’s still a long way to go, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t celebrate

Can a relationship survive without intimacy and could you be stressed without realising it are just two of the biggest worries on our minds, according to the latest findings from Happiful A new report released today sheds light on some of the most commonly searched for worries over the past five years. Focusing on how

Research finds that young people from minority groups are more likely to be exposed to, and experience, harmful material online The online world is a staple part of most of our lives, and that’s especially true for young people. But while the online sphere can host a plethora of really positive things including connection, knowledge,

After being diagnosed with a rare tumour, Lauren has spent the past few years in a relentless cycle of operations, scans, and recovery. The impact on her mental wellbeing has been understandably huge, but she’s been empowered to take her traumatic experience and turn it into a positive In June 2019, I was overcome with

With stress and anxiety levels reaching an all-time high among kids, learning healthy coping strategies can help them to feel more ready and able to face life’s challenges Life is full of unexpected moments – whether that be a positive surprise, or an unforeseen challenge – so it’s never too early to start learning healthy