The hot flushes, mood swings, and sleep disruptions are widely discussed in relation to menopause, but there's another symptom that you may not be aware of: sudden joint and muscle pain.…
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Fiona Fletcher Reid
Fiona is the Features Editor at Happiful Magazine
Is your date ‘floodlighting’ you? Telltale signs to watch out for
We investigate how ‘floodlighting’ in relationships can actually be manipulation masked as vulnerability……
5 science-backed ways that poetry can improve your mental health
Whether you're scribbling verses in a journal or simply reading poems that speak to your soul, research shows that poetry offers genuine therapeutic benefits that can help us navigate life's challenges with greater resilience and hope.…
Writing poetry that speaks your truth
Tips and poetry exercises for beginners who are trying to find their writer's voice…
The musicians making live music events more sustainable
What’s being done to minimise the damage on the environment within the live music industry?…
Spot the signs of emotional numbing
Letting emotions wash over you is one thing, but feeling nothing at all? That’s something that shouldn’t be left unchecked…
4 ways to ease eco anxiety in children
Here's how you can help children who are coming of age in the climate crisis…
5 myths about grief, debunked
While loss is a universal experience, it can often feel like uncharted territory. To help you find a way forward, we're debunking five myths…
Enter the Happiful Poetry Prize 2026
Our annual poetry competition celebrating the best of mental health writing is back. Enter the Happiful Poetry Prize 2026 now!…