To really be unhappy, we need to manage the unhappy. For many of us, that's managing or overcoming mental ill-health so we can really enjoy mental health. That's not easy; but it's far more possible than many realise and rather than just surviving, we may...
Sometimes we just need a quick fix; a simple way to feel a bit happier and / or a bit less unhappy. More often than not, real happiness requires real work; and that can take time and effort. Nevertheless, shortcuts like this can be useful...
By the end of the week, many people feel stressed and tired. And in response, over the weekend, many people turn to partying and drinking, binge watching or "doing nothing" to try to recover. There's nothing wrong with any of these activities, but if you...
Most people know they can build more physical strength (by, for example, going to the gym and lifting weights). But many don't realise they can also build psychological strength (by, in short, committing to "psychological exercise"!). And from psychological strength comes resilience and happiness and...
It's easy to be happy when all's going well. It's easy to be happy in some places where happiness is almost a given. But what if you could be happy anywhere and any time? I'm not necessarily suggesting anyone can be happy ALL the time,...
I don't know about you but there are definitely times when I wonder ...
Thriving and flourishing include the experience of positive emotions such as joy and happiness. But thriving and flourishing also involve minimising the less positive emotions such as stress and anxiety. There will always be a level of stress and distress; that's life. But doing all...
What is happiness? What does it really mean? The fact is, happiness means different things to different people; and it can even have different meanings in different parts of our lives! But understanding what it really is, and isn't, is important. So for a bit...
There are so many reasons why getting outside can be good for us. Just getting outside more can boost health and happiness and wellbeing but even more so, getting outside into green and trees can provide super benefits! The Japanese call it "forest bathing" but...
I've been saying for many years now that happiness, more often than not, can be found in the little things. Sure, there are some "big things" that are super exciting and can be filled with joy. But day to day, being mindful of small successes...