September hits different. Summer’s over, the days are getting shorter, and suddenly we’re spending way more time indoors. If your space is starting to feel more “storage unit” than sanctuary, you’re not alone. Psychologists say tidying up can actually boost your energy and lower stress—yes, even that one junk drawer you’ve been ignoring since 2019….
Summer’s gone
If you’re feeling like you’ve been thrown straight from beach mode into burnout, you’re not alone. That post-holiday whiplash is real—and stress is creeping in fast. Now, stress isn’t all bad. A little bit can keep you sharp. But when it starts messing with your sleep, mood, and relationships? Yeah, might be time to get…
The 1% Rule: A Gentle Path to Sustainable Growth
When it comes to improving our wellbeing, the pressure to make sweeping changes can often feel overwhelming. But what if the key to lasting transformation lies in doing just 1% better each day? This empowering article from Mind Journals introduces the “1% Rule”—a simple yet profound approach to habit-building progress through compassion and consistency. As…
Break the shame cycle
Self-hatred is a deeply painful experience that often stems from unresolved inner shame. In her insightful article for Psyche, psychotherapist Sheri Jacobson explores how this destructive cycle forms and offers compassionate strategies for breaking free. Drawing from both clinical experience and psychological research, she highlights the importance of self-awareness, acceptance, and the healing power of connection….
Wellbeing Calendar: November 2025
For November 2025, Action for Happiness are focusing on ‘encouraging you to try something new’. The charity has produced it’s wellbeing calendar, the theme is ‘New Ways November’. Each day there is a suggested action to take. This calendar might you during the month of November. I’ve attached the calendar as a PDF and image…
Discovering the Power of Doing Less
In a world obsessed with high-intensity workouts and relentless productivity, a quiet revolution is taking place—one that champions the transformative power of slowing down. The Guardian’s article, “The Zone Zero Secret: How Ultra-Low-Stress Exercise Can Change Your Life”, explores a growing movement that prioritizes gentle, restorative physical activity over punishing routines. As the article highlights, “Zone…
Blog: World Mental Health Day 2025
Three years ago, on World Mental Health Day 2022, I shared my thoughts on why our mental health deserves attention every single day, not just once a year. I stand by every word I wrote then. The message hasn’t changed, because the importance of caring for our mental wellbeing is timeless. This year’s World Mental…
Wellbeing Calendar: October 2025
For October 2025, Action for Happiness are focusing on ‘actions to help you focus on what really matters’. The charity has produced it’s wellbeing calendar, the theme is ‘Optimistic October’. Each day there is a suggested action to take. This calendar might you during the month of October. I’ve attached the calendar as a PDF…
World Suicide Prevention Day 2025
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, a reminder that small actions can save lives. In 2023, more than 7,000 people in the UK died by suicide. That’s around 19 people every single day. Suicide is still the biggest killer of men under 50, and far too many young people’s lives are also being cut short….
Blog: Fire
“Time is the fire in which we burn.”Dr Soren, Star Trek Generations. One of our biggest challenges in life is time. We assume we always have more time. That is often not the case. It’s easy to put off negative things, I can understand that. But we also delay positive things in life. We think,…
Better Days Wellbeing 