Mindfulness

Wellness culture has taken over all around the world in the past decade or so. In the UK alone, it’s an industry worth more than £225 billion, according to the Global Wellness Institute. Everywhere you look, there’s a new fitness trend, diet plan, or self-care ritual designed to help you be the best version of…

There’s a difference between optimism and pretending everything’s fine. One is hopeful; the other is dishonest. And right now, when people are already worn out, overwhelmed, and quietly trying to keep it together, toxic positivity isn’t just unhelpful—it’s actually doing harm. Toxic positivity isn’t about being cheerful or looking on the bright side. It’s the…

Making big life decisions can feel like a weight on your shoulders. Whether it’s deciding to change careers, move cities, or make a big financial commitment, these choices are huge, and the pressure can build up fast. It’s easy to feel like you’re making decisions on the fly or just going with the flow, but…

When life feels overwhelming, which is so often the case these days, connecting to your body can be a powerful way to quiet your mind. Grounding yourself physically helps shift focus away from overthinking and creates a sense of calm. While these practices take time, intention, and, well, practice to get right, incorporating them into…

If you’ve ever spent a few hours scrolling through social media, you’ve probably noticed that it can trigger some pretty intense emotions. From the latest political debates to viral videos of personal stories, the online world seems to bring out everything from outrage to empathy in ways that are hard to ignore. Social media, in…

The world is rough sometimes, and it’s important to have a bit of mental and emotional armour to protect yourself from the cruelty out there. However, a lot of the defence mechanisms we put into place don’t just serve to keep us safe — they actually keep us disconnected from the people around us. As…

We’re all guilty of pushing ourselves too hard from time to time. Whether it’s working through lunch, staying up late to finish a project, or spending your weekends catching up on everything you didn’t get done during the week, we often think the more we do, the more we’ll achieve. But here’s the thing: your…

A great morning routine can set the tone for the rest of the day. The happiest people don’t just wake up and go through the motions—they intentionally set themselves up for a positive, productive, and joyful day. The good news is, you can adopt these simple habits to help make your mornings more meaningful, and…

When most people think of mindfulness, the image that comes to mind is often someone sitting cross-legged with their eyes closed, deep in meditation. That’s not true at all—at least not entirely. In reality, mindfulness isn’t just about sitting still, focusing on your breath, or clearing your mind. Sure, meditation can be a part of…

We’ve all seen those pastel-coloured Instagram squares with swirly fonts proclaiming that “everything happens for a reason” or “just choose happiness.” While positive affirmations can be helpful tools for a lot of people, there’s a fine line between healthy optimism and what psychologists call toxic positivity—the excessive and ineffective overgeneralisation of a happy, positive state…