Your body can register a threat before your brain understands it – here’s what the science says about how reliable that hunch is…
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Fiona Fletcher Reid
Fiona is the Features Editor at Happiful Magazine
Community Corner: Meet the young people putting Down’s syndrome centre stage
From wowing local audiences to winning national acclaim, Ups and Downs theatre group is smashing stigmas and smiling as they go……
The rise of sober Pride and how LGBTQ+ people are redefining community
From drag bingo and supper clubs to roller skating and sober socials, LGBTQ+ communities across the UK are expanding what Pride can look like. We explore how alcohol-free events are helping more people celebrate in ways that feel authentic.…
“You’re running for all of us”: Man reaches halfway point of 900-mile PTSD awareness run
After more than 560 miles on foot, Dave King is running for everyone who feels unable to speak openly about trauma. The 50-year-old from the UK is currently making his way through Leominster towards Hereford as part of an extraordinary 900-mile run from John O’Groats to Land’s End,…
Are you an ambivert at heart? 5 telltale signs
Not everyone is an introvert or an extrovert. Many sit somewhere in between, and embracing this could help you understand yourself better……
Going analogue: Tactile hobbies are making a comeback
From handwritten letters to hands-on hobbies, here’s why going analogue could help you slow down, save money, and reconnect with what matters…
13 things Happiful readers wish people knew about mental health
To mark the Mental Health Awareness Week 2026, we asked our readers: What's the one thing you wish people knew about mental health?…
6 ways to make progress when you're overwhelmed
If you’re feeling stuck right now, here are a few gentle ways to regain a sense of momentum without pushing yourself beyond your limits.…
Meal planning made easy – with guidance from a nutritionist
Effective meal planning doesn’t have to be about efficiency and self-optimisation; it’s about making your life easier, and more enjoyable…