Relationships matter – much more than we think Next week is Mental Health Awareness Week (16-22 May) on the theme of relationships. It’s precious reminder to review our relationships – the one we have with ourself and the relationships we have with loved ones and friends. It  also serves to remind us that connection and love … Read more →

What does your work mean to you? ‘How’s work?’ It’s a question we get asked time and again by friends, family, colleagues…. And no wonder, many of us spend more time at work or working than anything else! It can sometimes feel that our identity or sense of purpose is defined through work – indeed, … Read more →

International Day of Happiness There are some wonderful events taking place on 20 March to celebrate International Day of Happiness, established by the United Nations to raise awareness of just how fundamental being happy and healthy is for our mental and physical wellbeing, individually and as societies. London’s First Happy Café, The Canvas Café…. The Canvas Café will … Read more →

Why does joy matter? The answer to this question is one we already know and often forget: when we are joyful, energised and in a good space, everything else in our life improves. We think better, we communicate better, we can manage our time better and we deal with difficulties better. We are better parents, partners, … Read more →

We usually talk about picking up bad habits, but here’s a good habit to pick up – regular reflection… Reflection can be a very empowering process. It can help you to make sense of your day; to come to decisions, to set a course of action; to step away from ‘autopilot’ – your habitual way … Read more →

How about this for a New Year’s resolution – to become your own best friend? The way we treat ourselves is the key to our inner happiness – from which everything else flows. So, what would it mean to be your own best friend? It would mean encouraging and caring for ourselves as we would for … Read more →

The festive season is a time of contrasting delights and emotions. Where it’s hard not to get just a little excited by the lights and decorations or be drawn to the energy of a new year, and the chance for new beginnings, there’s the anticipation of spending extended time with family and loved ones – … Read more →

How to get in touch with your ‘core’ money story This year I found the road that leads to financial freedom and on the journey I have made some crucial insights. I have learnt that the road to financial freedom begins in an entirely different place to where I first imagined. I have learnt that … Read more →

Sharing our world Guest Blog by Florence Scialom, Network of Wellbeing What do you really enjoy spending your time on? What are the positive experiences that make you excited to get out of bed in the morning? Do these questions bring to mind experiences of sharing, of connections you’ve nurtured, or of things you are … Read more →

People who are more resilient than others think and do things differently Take a moment to consider the statement above and then ask yourself, ‘how do I tend to respond to difficult or challenging times?’ Do you tend to crumble and let your thoughts take you on a downward spiral or are you good at … Read more →