When his girlfriend unexpectedly gave birth to a baby girl, new dad Adam sank into a pit of fear, anxiety and depression. But, by searching for reasons and answers, he has emerged stronger…
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My illness made me stronger: Victoria's story
When Victoria was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, her future looked bleak. But the agonising condition taught her to fight, to change, and to forge a successful new life…
Learning to grieve - with love, kindness and forgiveness: Sharon's story
Sharon’s world fell apart the day her son took his own life. She was stuck in a destructive cycle, and felt completely alone. But with antidepressants, mindfulness tools, and the positive inspiration of others around her, she is learning how to cope…
From confidence crisis to transformation coach: Hayley's story
Following the birth of her son, Hayley found herself extremely anxious and stressed. But thanks to a fresh start in 2013, she had the opportunity to create her own business, and discovered the power of coaching…
The truth about insomnia: Sassy's story
More than just a restless night, insomnia is a sleep disorder that can deeply impact a person’s life. Here, Sassy Smith reveals what it’s really like to experience insomnia first-hand...…
Salvation song: Kule T's story
Depression, the breakdown of his marriage, bereavement, and serious illnesses brought singer Kule T’s glittering showbiz world crashing down. But it would be the love of music that got him back on the road to recovery…
Going Online: How Entrepreneurs are Adapting
The coronavirus outbreak is affecting work for many of us. Here we speak to business owners about how they’re coping and adapting…
Emerging From the Past, and Embracing Myself: Joanne's story
Life seemed to all go to plan for Joanne - the perfect family, home, and career. But her world was shaken when that perfect vision fell apart, and she realised she’d endured years of emotional abuse…
How Self-Isolation Has Taught Us the Art of Slow Living
Georgina Probert talks to Happiful about how she and her family navigated their way through the first week in self-isolation, and why they are embracing slow living for the foreseeable future.…