From an exercise instilling playground nostalgia to an extravagant springtime activity, we have 10 wellbeing recommendations you’ll love to try
1. Page-turners
Things No One Taught Us About Love by Vex King
To love someone else, you have to love yourself first. That’s the premise for this bestseller, written by self-love guru Vex King. He unpacks the myths around love and relationships, with insightful advice on how to build healthy connections with yourself and others.
(Out now, £10.99)
2. Out and about
Attend a flower show
We’re talking extravagant flower displays, innovative gardens that revolutionalise horticultural design, specialist nurseries that raise new and unusual plants, and much more. Welcome in the floral season by attending one of the UK’s most prestigious flower shows, hosted by gardening charity the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
(Find events at rhs.org.uk/shows-events)
3. Act of kindness
Head down memory lane with a friend
How often have you been left with a smile after reminiscing with a pal about the good old times? Go out of your way to call a friend that you shared cherished times with, and replay your favourite memory with them. It will show them that they are appreciated in your life, and who doesn’t love to feel valued?
4. Lend us your ears
‘30 Animals That Made Us Smarter’
Did you know that the wings of a rose butterfly influenced the science behind cheaper and more effective solar panels? Or that a kingfisher’s eyelids influenced a design to help prevent soil erosion? This fascinating two-series podcast, opens our eyes to the remarkable animals inspiring humans to create the unimaginable.
(Available now on all podcast platforms)
5. Plugged-In
Anxiety fitness
Whether you’re looking for tips on managing anxiety, or want to educate yourself to support a loved one, follow creator Peter Ruppert. He shares his journey, and tips on what works for him, in the hope that it will empower others to know that they are not alone.
(Follow @anxiety_fitness on TikTok)
6.Lesson Learned
Build a minibeast hotel
Unlike those family members who outstay their welcome, minibeasts are the guests that we want to stay (well, in the garden at least). Building a hotel to house insects allows them to hide from predators, hibernate, and raise their young, and, in return, they help our gardens by pollinating plants and removing unwanted pests.
(Find out how to make one at rspb.org.uk)
7. Tech tip-offs
Happy Colour
It can be tempting to scroll on social media when you have 10 minutes to spare, but the Happy Colour app is a great alternative for those who want to quash boredom. It’s a digital colouring book that features a selection of illustrated pictures which you can paint by numbers, ranging from Disney-inspired themes to nature.
(Available on the apple store)
8. Get going
Jump rope exercise (skipping)
The popular skipping rope, that we thought was strictly for the playground, is actually a full-body workout with some serious benefits. This low-cost, fun exercise can help strengthen bones, sharpen coordination, ease anxiety, and improve your heart health. So, what are you waiting for? Don’t skip this…
(Head to youtube.com for guided tutorials)
9. Square eyes
The Fear Clinic: Face Your Phobia
A clinic in Amsterdam offers an inside look into a relatively new therapy that helps people overcome phobias by confronting them head on. Though this type of therapy isn’t effective for everyone, the docuseries raises awareness about misunderstood phobias, and how debilitating they can be.
(Watch episodes on channel4.com)
10. Treat yourself
You Are Enough charm
This beautiful charm, engraved with the affirmation ‘You are enough’, is the perfect buy for those of us who need a sprinkling of self-belief and confidence when we are on the move throughout the day. Attach it to your keys or carry it as a keepsake, and start believing in your worth.
(£8.95, giveyourselfkindness.com)
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