From recycled shirts to charity shop finds, a grassroots quilting group is uniting beginners and experienced makers alike – boosting skills, connection and mental wellbeing through the revival of traditional craft.…
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Fiona Fletcher Reid
Fiona is the Features Editor at Happiful Magazine
"Happiful has always been about diverse perspectives": a chat with our illustrator Rosan Magar
For the first time ever, we invited a guest artist to design our cover page. But how does our resident illustrator, Rosan Magar, feel about the change?…
The Happiful Poetry Prize 2026: Celebrating the winning and shortlisted poets
Prepare to be moved by the wonderfully inspiring 2026 Happiful Poetry Prize winning and shortlisted poems……
What is somatic therapy and who can it help?
At a time when so many people feel stuck in anxiety, somatic therapy offers a way back into the body as a source of regulation and relief…
Community Corner: The charity making social events accessible for everyone
This project ensures people with learning disabilities and/or autistic people can make new connections, attending the events they love…
Defying societal expectations could be your next big breakthrough
Why pushing back against societal norms can trigger fear, and how to reframe the challenge to work in your favour……
6 eco-friendly spring activities
From land art to litter hunts, these ideas prove that sustainability can be fun for all the family…
10 journal prompts to help you feel a little less stressed today
When life feels like it's overwhelming, try these reflective writing prompts to inspire clarity, compassion, and change…
UK-wide survey asks 10,000 people with disabilities about everyday barriers
Launched by inclusive design charity Designability, The Unfair Index: Designing a Fairer Future aims to capture the real experiences of disabled people across the country — from challenges at home and work to navigating public spaces, technology, and community life.…