What are retrouvailles?
Reunions are on the horizon, but what is it about social bonds that makes them run so deep? Family means something different to all of...
Mental Health
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5 ways to soothe agoraphobia
Tackle the anxiety that comes with this fear of open spaces and being trapped in situations that are difficult to escape It’s a panic disorder...
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One size does not fit all: Appreciating the diversity of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders (AANHPIs) and the Implications for Mental Health
By Victoria Chau, Social Science Analyst, SAMHSA Office of Behavioral Health Equity, Perry Chan, Public Health Advisor, SAMHSA Office of Behavioral Health Equity This May we...
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8 Black boys pen letters to their older selves sharing future hopes
One year on from the horrific death of George Floyd, a series of letters by eight Black boys has been released as part of a...
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“Nature is within us all”
Founder of Fern Counselling Louise Allen joins Happiful’s podcast to talk about outdoor therapy, how working with nature can be so beneficial, the role of...
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What is EMDR?
With an estimated three in 100 people in the UK experiencing PTSD during their lifetime, finding effective ways to respond to traumatic events is essential...
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Single dad: A 21st century story
Testing, tender, and true – we speak to esteemed portrait photographer Harry Borden about his latest project, which explores the reality of single fatherhood When...
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What to eat to get a good night’s sleep
Whether it’s tossing and turning through the night, or not being able to drift off in the first place, lots of us struggle to wake...
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Harnessing your strength with Poorna Bell
Journalist, award-winning writer, and competitive amateur powerlifter Poorna Bell shares her own journey to ‘strong’, and why it’s so important to embrace gratitude and abundance...
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9 Affirmations that really work
Yvette Taylor, creator of the Energy Alignment Method, shares nine affirmations and release statements to make the most of our spiritual practice Do you ever...
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Here’s how you can shape the future of women’s health
From empowering, supportive experiences to times when healthcare providers have missed the mark, now is the opportunity to share your experiences in the Government’s call...
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50 good news stories from 2021 so far
To celebrate our 50th issue of Happiful, we’ve put together a list of 50 uplifting, amusing, and heartwarming headlines to put a smile on your...
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“Find your passion and purpose”
I’m quite frankly in awe of Dr Alex George. He’s an A&E Doctor working in a busy London hospital, the Government’s Mental Health Ambassador, founder...
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Counselling has long-term mental health benefit for children
Experts say this research could help to reverse declining mental health in young people in a post-pandemic era We know this last year has been...
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What is parental burnout?
While we’ve been facing the challenges brought on by Covid-19 in the past year, there’s been another kind of epidemic going on behind closed doors...
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How I found wellness on the water
Experiencing early menopause was unexpected and difficult for Happiful’s Lucy Donoughue, but getting out on the water and embracing joyful movement helped her to address...
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Things to do in June
Find the joy in learning about yourself and others. From supporting a greener world to treating yourself to some time to practise mindfulness, we share...
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Long working weeks leads to significant health risks
Research reveals many are working 55-hour weeks, leading to an increase in early deaths from stroke and heart disease Findings from the first global analysis...
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How to have deeper conversations
Could the key to deeper, more meaningful conversations be in the questions we ask each other? The idea of doing a Q&A with the woman...
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Tips for talking to men about their mental health
Discover how to approach conversations with care and compassion When I started my podcast ‘Time To Talk with Alex Holmes’, I found it hard to...
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Groundbreaking Developments in Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Crisis Service Provision
By Anita Everett M.D. DFAPA, Director, Center for Mental Health Services 988: The New National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Number The past several years have marked...
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Finding joy: Johnathan’s story
Stress, anxiety, and depression threatened to destroy Johnathan’s 15-year teaching career. But a simple change in mindset enabled him to rekindle the love affair with...
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Mindful stargazing
How can we use the night sky to be more present? When it comes to calming down and easing anxiety, a tip I share regularly...
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5 wholesome games to play
Five cosy games to chill out with in 2021 Traditionally rooted in competitive player-vs-player or player-vs-computer design, video games are broadening their horizons. A rise...
