The Happy Place Festival is now live, with a jam packed programme of free virtual events taking place over the next month. Get your favourite slots for the week ahead booked now! While lockdown may be slowly easing, the chance of an in-person mass gathering isn’t likely any time soon, but that doesn’t mean that
Mental Health
Breaking down the prejudice and misconceptions around psychosis, and uncovering the truth behind this condition People with psychosis often say that the prejudice against psychosis is worse than the condition itself. Whether it’s being dumped by a new beau, or getting fired from a job, the stigma around psychosis, and those with it, is rife.
When we’re thrown into unfamiliar territory, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Before you know it, a bad day becomes a bad week. Here, our columnist Grace Victory shares how we can respect these feelings, without letting them take over We are in unprecedented times and, for some of us, completely out of our normal routines.
When his girlfriend unexpectedly gave birth to a baby girl, new dad Adam sank into a pit of fear, anxiety and depression. But, by searching for reasons and answers, he has emerged stronger I had always said I didn’t want children. I knew nothing about them, had never even held a baby – and so
We all need time to relax, unwind, and show ourselves a little TLC. Could aromatherapy be the way to support your overall wellbeing, and start improving your self-care routine? Self-care has moved from being just another wellbeing buzzword, into something we incorporate into our everyday lives. With more of us recognising that simple lifestyle changes
We look at eight affirmations you can practise every day to bring about positive change and manage daily stressors Using affirmations to bring about positive change to your mindset is a simple practice to welcome into your everyday routine. Whether that’s in the shower, brushing your teeth or drying your hair, practising affirmations as part
Inspiring the LGBTQ+ community and beyond, we talk to founder of makeup brand Jecca Blac about listening to the needs of clients and supporting trans inmates Despite the beauty industry’s murky morals, we have to admit that makeup is a powerful thing. A swipe of red lipstick can give you a much-needed confidence boost, and
Is working from home causing you lower back pain or neck aches? Try these simple physiotherapy tips With schools and shops starting to open up, life may feel for some like it’s starting to return to a new normal. Yet, for many people now in their 12th week of working from home, the return to
In an age where everything can be filtered, we’re surrounded by visions of perfect skin. But the reality is different, with more than half of us suffering with a skin condition of some form. So, could an improved diet be the answer? From acne to flaky skin. From chronic issues like psoriasis, to those blemishes
Talking therapy can be a supportive experience for parents navigating the way through their child’s transition Experiencing change in any part of life is natural. It’s common that change can be met with a mix of emotions: fear, confusion, happiness and joy. As a parent, it’s only natural that you want to shield your child
Whether it’s lower back, mid-back, or upper back and shoulder pain, use these stretches to ease tension and let loose Hands up who’s guilty of slouching. How about overdoing it during exercise or chores? Or even underdoing it and sitting still for too long? Back pain is something that most of us will experience at
Mental health and nutritional experts explain how poor sleep in lockdown is caused by stress, anxiety and diet changes and share their top tips to change this If you’re struggling with sleep difficulty in lockdown you’re not alone. According to a new study from King’s College London and Ipsos, more than half of Brits have
As we slowly start to emerge from lockdown, how can we rebuild confidence and self-image? It’s not an exaggeration to say that the Covid-19 pandemic will possibly change us for life. We’ve all been through unprecedented challenges. The way that we work, socialise, and go about our daily lives has been deconstructed as we’ve been
Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place Festival is back for it’s second year – and it’s virtual, free, will last for a month, and has an amazing line up Reggie Yates, Gary Barlow, Craig David, Emma Willis, and Clara Amfo are just a handful of names lined up for Fearne Cotton’s free and virtual Happy Place Festival,
No matter how satisfying things are in the bedroom, we all like to spice things up now and then. But what if you could transform your sex life with just a few simple changes? 1. Self-pleasure for self-care We may not talk about it, but us Brits love a bit of solo-TLC. According to the
The virtual assembly will cover some of the worries that children have during the pandemic, as well as equipping them with the knowledge they need to stay safe from abuse Around the country, the NSPCC – the children’s charity – has been delivering ‘Speak out. Stay safe’ assemblies in primary schools, reaching 1.6 million children
When Victoria was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, her future looked bleak. But the agonising condition taught her to fight, to change, and to forge a successful new life So, picture me, just 25 years old, sitting in a consultant’s office, feeling vulnerable and scared, being given the damning diagnosis: “You have fibromyalgia… it will get worse…
Are you a non-black person unsure of how best to support the anti-racist movement? Here are some ways you can help There has been an outpouring of support for black lives in the last week and, in this moment of crisis, it’s an amazing and important thing that we are fired up and ready to
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues and guidance changes, it’s important for us to stay aware of how best to protect ourselves. This, inevitably, leads many of us turning to the news as a source of information. The problem is, the information being published is feeling overwhelming for many. Many of us have experienced anxiety rising
Presenting our true selves outwardly can be an essential part of developing confidence, but can be easier said than done. For Jamie Windust, the artistry and effort put into their makeup was an empowering means of exploring their identity It took about six months for the old department store that I used to work in
As thousands show their support of Black Lives Matter, many of us are asking: how can we be better allies? We share the influencers, authors, and public speakers who are helping us learn The world is on fire right now. 2020 has been the very epitome of ‘may you live in interesting times’. While lockdown
Trying to explain your illness to those closest to you can be an intimidating challenge, so here’s some expert advice to help you get the conversation started… However much we love them, talking to family about our mental health can be hard work. It can be daunting to start a conversation about it, and even
We’re big believers in the power of private therapy but are fully aware that it’s not always an option. Here we look at some alternative routes you can take At the time of writing this, we’re existing in a very unusual time. A global pandemic is making many of us feel anxious and struggle with
When we lose someone, we’re reminded that it’s part of the circle of life, that we should have faith in loved ones being in a better place, an eternal life where we will all be together again, to create a picture that death is tolerable. What we don’t expect is that when someone we love
Has life in lockdown taught you something positive about yourself? Or has it shown you a way of living that you’d like to continue once normal life resumes? As lockdown restrictions are gradually being lifted and we’re on the cusp of returning to some kind of normality, this presents an opportunity to think about what
One in 10 UK women have given up using tampons and sanitary towels, citing lockdown shortages as their motivation to switch to reusable products. But how can making eco choices help support those experiencing period poverty? Fear and anxiety over a looming lockdown lead many people to stockpile, as protective measures first came into place
Join us for the second webinar in the Happiful and Life Coach Directory series, as we tackle the subjects of self-care and self-worth On Thursday 4 June at 11am, Kat Nicholls, host of Seedling podcast, self-worth coach and senior writer at Happiful will share thoughts on prioritising self-care, what that might look like for you
New research has revealed a fifth of couples met online, with searches for online dating soaring by 75% since lockdown began When it comes to looking for love, where and how we’re finding our potential matches has changed significantly over recent months and years. According to the latest findings from comparethemarket, since the beginning of