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28Apr

Why Forgiveness is Never Easy

Marina Cantacuzino

culture, self, society

Soul

Marina Cantacuzino, founder of the Forgivenss Project, grapples with the big, sensitive questions of this difficult subject. What is forgiveness? How can you respond to the unforgiveable? Can you ever move on from tragedy without forgiveness?
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27Apr

The Importance of a Positive Mindset

Laura Wilson

mindset, nutrition, self, wellbeing

Soul

A positive mindset means that you have a positive expectation that things will turn out well and that you will succeed. It gives you more courage to try and persist with lifestyle changes than if you have a negative mindset. Laura Wilson, nutritionist, athlete and author of the Alkaline 5 Diet shares her tips.
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24Apr

How Channel 4's Plus Sized Wars Misses the Point

Leanne Brookes

self, society, wellbeing, women

Mind

Singer-songwriter and mental health blogger Leanne Brookes reflects on how Channel 4's Plus Sized Wars documentary misses the point on mental health.
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20Apr

The Transformative Power of Travel

Monika Sleszynska

hypnotherapy, self, therapy, travel

Therapists

Hypnotherapist Monika Sleszynska shares her transformational experience of travelling through Egypt. She now organises trips to Egypt with clients to encourage them to embrace our 'quintessentially human' desire to explore new lands and in turn learn about ourselves.
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16Apr

Why Happiness Matters

Anthony Seldon

happiness, self, society

Soul

The happier we become, the more energy we have, the more committed we feel and the more we engage with others. Headmaster of Wellington College Dr Anthony Seldon shares his 8-step pathway to happiness.
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10Apr

How to Lift a Boring Conversation

Chris Skellett

friendship, self, society

Soul

Have you ever found yourself locked into a conversation which seems purely mundane or felt the need to escape a boring conversation? Author Chris Skellett shares some tips on how to get more out of conversation.
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06Apr

The New Age of Loneliness

Susan Pinker

loneliness, self, society, wellbeing

Mind

We're more connected than ever, but lonelier too, especially younger people. Susan Pinker, author of The Village Effect, on why and what can be done about it
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03Apr

Do your Clothes Define you?

Jackee Holder

self

Soul

If you scanned your life what would come out tops as your favourite all time outfit? Mine was a check grey and white mixed wool and cotton mixed style blouson jacket. It had a collar that stood up with two lapels that added an extra sense of style to the garment. It looked great over skinny jeans covering my long, slender, sixteen year old legs that went on forever. It even made it onto television when I was a guest on a children's show with children's presenter Elvis Payne and a very young Gordon Honeycomb. It showed it’s dexterity when teamed up with a grey and white checked borderline skirt with pleats all the way round.
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24Feb

Why You Need to Switch Off

Karunavira

mindfulness, self, society, stress, technology, wellbeing

Soul

We all recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance, but many of us still find it hard to switch off, even while we’re on holiday. A recent survey revealed that while the three main reasons for going on holiday were to spend time with loved ones (50%), to get some rest and relaxation (34%) and to take a break from work (22%), over two thirds (69%) continued to check their work email, with just under half (44%) admitting to checking in once a day or more. Why do we continue to act in ways that we know are not good for us and what is the impact of a...
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13Feb

10 Ways to Sweep Yourself Off Your Feet This Valentine's Day

Anonymous

love, self, single, tips, wellbeing

Soul

Sigh. It’s V-day. Plastic, commercialised love is all around. No, maybe that’s not entirely fair; why shouldn’t couples have a day to show some (cheesy) appreciation? But for people who don’t fit the cookie-cutter template it can be frustratingly difficult to avoid Valentine's day. Many people feel increasing pressure and self-criticism for not being partnered up this February 14th. I don’t see that hypocrite Cupid flying around with his girlfriend or boyfriend all the time, but somehow we’re all supposed to feel that way on this day. Here’s...
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