Breathe  |  Issue 036
Most people have their creature comforts, those small but significant things that lift the spirits, ease the mind and bring joy. They can make life bearable, even when the world seems unkind, hostile or unknowable.
It’s easy to assume that such comforts are, by definition, material – plush bed linen atop the perfect mattress, a cosy chair in a bay window, tea in a delicate china cup. But they can also be ethereal. Just as one person’s day might be undone if there’s no working radio in the house, another’s might feel incomplete without a walk in the park, heart full of hope that the birds will be on song and the wind will be dancing through the trees. These fleeting moments, never guaranteed, often provide as much succour as any permanent material fixture.
When life becomes particularly burdensome, however, many find reassurance in shared experiences. Knowing others have walked a similar path and survived is both encouraging and soothing as well as a timely reminder to appreciate the importance of all personal triumphs over adversity, no matter how inconsequential they might seem at the time.
Sometimes, though, the greatest comfort comes from helping others, whether that’s through unprejudiced listening or no-strings-attached practical solutions. And never forget that a few kind words – to friend, foe or even stranger – might, on occasion, be one of those ethereal moments that bring much-needed comfort to a hopeful heart.
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First published in the UK in 2016, each issue has a thoughtful, seasonal theme, making Breathe magazine your digital dose of self-care. Its slogan: “Breathe and make time for yourself” tells you it’s time to switch off and enjoy some “you time” before you’ve even swiped onto the first page.
Five years later and Breathe has established itself in the UK wellness space as the leading mindfulness magazine. Whether it’s through creative therapies, sleep assistance, idyllic retreats, mindfulness or superfoods, the holistic range of self-care topics covered is designed to help you cope with the pressures and anxieties of modern life.
The thought-provoking features are designed to offer advice and techniques for relaxation and mindfulness. Discover and take away simple ways to ease your mind, from their helpful guides to forgiveness, gratitude and freedom from worries, to healthy food plans and craft activities to focus your mind.
Whether you’re looking to calm your thoughts or energise your body and spirit, you’ll find everything you need to build a happier, healthier life in your annual Breathe digital magazine subscription - download the latest edition to your device today and make time for you!
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Articles in this issue
Below is a selection of articles in Breathe Issue 036.