WELCOME

Most people have their creature comforts, those small

WELLBEING

‘If your compassion does not include yourself, it

LIVING

‘When you put love out in the world

MINDFULNESS

‘The beginning is always today’ Mary Wollstonecraft

CREATIVIT Y

‘No matter what people tell you, words and

ZEN COLOURING

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ESCAPE

‘Green is the prime colour of the world,

HOW DO YOU CREATE A MIYAWAKI FOREST?

Here are a few of the basic principles. You could find a local environmental organisation and start a conversation about planting a mini-forest in your community

Take three days

A wellness sabbatical needn’t break the bank or involve a year away from home. Here’s how to make 72 hours really work for you and reap the benefits for months to come

Ahead of the curve

Practised for thousands of years, Indian head massage represents and promotes a lot more than just relaxation. Many in the west have unknowingly been doing it daily simply by shampooing their hair – find out more about this ancient therapy and why it’s head and shoulders above the rest

After the storm

Times of crisis or prolonged pressure can bring a period of intense, non-stop action, but what happens when the weather breaks?

Courage of conviction

Instead of seeking validation from others, try looking inwards to find a sense of self-worth. Here, a life coach explains how you can stop outsourcing your confidence

Let loose

On a quest to find peace and tranquillity but struggling to quieten your busy mind? Dynamic meditation could be the perfect alternative to silent reflection. Discover how this active practice uses movement and sound to unlock people’s inner calm

Are you sitting comfortably?

Then prepare for a tale of straight backs, plush seats and low arms in this search for the perfect chair

Dip or dive?

Binge-watching TV series is tempting, but does it always provide the best entertainment?

High bar

Chocolate-making is a true art form, but it’s also something that’s easy to have fun with in your own kitchen

You should cocoa

Dot Neary shares three simple recipes, each promising a pure, unadulterated chocolate experience

Once in a lifetime

The proliferation of limited-edition products can result in impulsive purchases, but what is it about the tag that makes items seem so much more covetable?

A tiger’s tale

There might be more of these majestic beasts in captivity in the US than there are left in the wild, but dedicated conservation work in India’s national parks is ensuring more are roaming free again

As the world turns

It can be difficult to know where to start when you’d like to see change beyond your immediate environment or circle, but small steps really can make a difference

Garden of the mind

How to plant the seeds of positive thinking in the subconscious

In sync

Exploring the fortuitous moments that offer meaningful opportunities

The joy of newness

Do things differently and experience once more that thrill of childhood excitement

The value of Taoism

How this ancient philosophy has the power to unlock a smoother running of modern life and a stronger sense of self-care

Honesty vs integrity

Though these two qualities may seem synonymous at a quick glance, an exploration of their definitions reveals much more than first meets the eye

Missing the museum?

Find out how to embrace the digital revolution and engage with your favourite pieces and artists in a way that might reveal more than you anticipate

Art of darkness

A closer look at four iconic paintings and the minds that created them

Power of the Post-it

It was half a century ago when the humble sticky note took the world by storm. Yet, despite the rise in digital communication, the sight of a cheery yellow square peeking from the corner of a book still has the power to lift spirits in ways unrealised by technology

Manifestly for you

Can committing to good deeds as part of creative visualisation help to make your dreams a reality?

Join the reading revolution

How virtual book groups are changi ng the way we read with others

From tiny forests

Why the Miyawaki method is gaining ground in the fight against climate change

Spiritual journeys

A whistle-stop world tour of sites that resonate with divine meaning

Coastal cool

Those who live near the sea know that a wild winter’s day is often the best time to walk along the shore. For inland dwellers, here are a few beautiful beaches to note in the diary for future jaunts

Find your aural compass

A personal take on how the visceral act of soundwalking can be an important tool on the journey to more mindful living

Be off-brand

What would happen if you were to deviate from your perceived image and try something that’s ‘not you’?