The prevalence of depressive symptoms among older adults has increased, yet those over 50 have shown a remarkable recovery in life satisfaction and sense of purpose since the pandemic.…
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HAPPINESS
The benefits of complaining: Can constructive complaining be good for us?
We all complain sometimes (even when we know we shouldn’t) – but is complaining always a bad thing? Or could we be overlooking the benefits of having a good vent?…
How to create opportunities for joy
Good things happen to those who wait. But what if we didn’t have to wait for moments of pure happiness and joy to just happen to us? What if we focused on mindfully creating moments of joy?…
40 small joys in life (and how to cherish them)
What are microjoys? We share 40 ways to see the good in every day…
Are teenagers in a ‘happiness recession’?
The Children’s Society’s ‘Good Childhood Report’ 2024 has revealed worrying statistics. The charity is calling for the government to act now…
6 quick ways to find your purpose
We all feel adrift from time to time, like we’ve forgotten what our purpose is in life (or like we haven’t found it yet). Here are six quick things you can try to help rediscover your purpose and life a happier, more fulfilled life…
What are microjoys and how can they help us feel more positive?
Research suggests taking time to notice the little things can benefit both physical and mental health. So, how can we find happiness in ordinary, everyday moments?…
What’s waiting for you on the other side of your comfort zone?
Taking a step away from the things that feel familiar isn’t always easy, but doing so could unlock a whole new way of living…
Finnishing school: What can the Finns teach us about happiness?
Lucy Pearson travelled to Finnish Lakeland to learn the secrets promising to boost her wellbeing…