Tarot, the ancient forerunner to today’s playing cards, is synonymous with fortune-telling, mysticism and wicked black magick In reality, Tarot has more in common with analytical psychology than medieval mumbo-jumbo. Now, Tarot is enjoying a quiet revival – not as a spiritual guide, but as a motivational tool for self-development.…

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I'm Not a Naturally Outgoing Person. How Can I Be More Confident?
This is how to exude confidence – without shouting about it When you picture a confident person, typically you may think of extroverts, unreserved, loud people. However, confidence isn’t about being bold or brash or the centre of attention. True confidence is often much quieter, and comes from an internal…
What is ‘Tapping’ and How Can I Start Using It?
Psychological acupressure aims to unblock energy Emotional freedom techniques (EFT), or tapping therapy, works on your emotional wellbeing. EFT’s discovery statement is that “the cause of all negative emotions is a disruption in the body’s energy system.” It’s this understanding of the human body and mind that…
Why Do I Always Feel Bloated?
Clearing up the causes of your swollen tummy Many people struggle with bloating, so you’re not alone. Here are some of the most common reasons. You may find more than one applies to you: 1. Bad eating habits Eating too fast, gulping drinks, or lacking certain enzymes to digest…
The Point of Acupuncture
If you have persistent neck or back pain, you might want to try this traditional Chinese treatment. But does acupuncture work? Is it safe? And how can wellness pass through the eye of a needle?…
My Irrational Thoughts Were a Sign of a Nervous Breakdown – But I Couldn't See It
Musician Nina Plapp found herself in a world of anxiety, depression and superstitious beliefs. With help from her friends, she gradually found peace, happiness and a bright future Just after Christmas 2013, I was making my way across London to the airport when I stopped in my tracks. The worst…
6 Steps to Heal Your Unhealthy Gut
A healthy gut is a key foundation for overall vitality. But what does a unhealthy gut feel like? And how can we solve the problem of leakiness?…
The Difference Between Sadness and Depression
Have you got the summertime sadness, or something else? Here at happiful we talk a lot about happiness and try to inject a little colour and light into the world. However, it’s important to recognise the darker moments too. Feeling sad is an emotion we all feel, and it’…
A Little Buddha in Your Pocket
Mindfulness expert Rohan Gunatillake invented a meditation app that became a worldwide hit. We asked how mindfulness fits into his business plans, and what he hopes to give back Hello Rohan, can you tell us a bit about your background?I was born and grew up in south-west London, the…