Stories have the ability to guide us through life’s biggest challenges, and offer an escape when we need it most. Bibliotherapy is the practice that prescribes clients reading lists based on their needs and circumstances. But how does it work?…
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Kathryn Wheeler
Kathryn is the Acting Editor at Happiful magazine.
Join the free webinar that explores practical solutions to racism
The webinar will offer a global perspective on racism and look at the practical things each and every one of us can do to create an equal world…
7.4 million adults have reported loneliness since lockdown began
A study from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that, from 3 April to 3 May 2020, 30.9% of adults (7.4 million) reported that they had seen their wellbeing negatively effected by loneliness, with a further 2.6 million adults reporting that they felt lonely ‘often’ or ‘always’.…
7 children’s book series that teach us about the power of acceptance
Children’s book series that shine a light on real-world challenges in touching and sensitive ways, teaching us valuable lessons on the power of love, hope, empathy, and acceptance.…
How to rebuild confidence post-lockdown
As we slowly start to emerge from lockdown, how can we rebuild confidence and self-image?…
NSPCC to host virtual school assembly featuring Ant & Dec and David Walliams
The virtual assembly will cover some of the worries that children have during the pandemic, as well as equipping them with the knowledge they need to stay safe from abuse…
9 stretches to ease back pain
Whether it's lower back, mid-back, or upper back and shoulder pain, use these stretches to ease tension and let loose…
Shortage of tampons and pads leads to a rise in reusable menstrual products, and it could help us tackle period poverty
One in 10 UK women have given up using tampons and sanitary towels, citing lockdown shortage as their motivation to switch to reusable products. But how can making the switch help support those experiencing period poverty?…
Jack Garratt on learning to live with negative emotions
Singer-songwriter Jack Garratt's debut album, Phase, was a huge success. But, contending with self-doubt, Jack didn’t see it that way. Here, we discuss learning to live with your emotions, and the moment that made every struggle worth it…