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ILLUSTRATIONS:
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WELCOME
‘The past is a foreign country: they do
WELLBEING
WELLBEING
‘To free us from the expectations of others,
The joy of inconvenience
For all the benefits gained by time-saving inventions, there’s much to be said for going back to basics
INJECT SOME DIFFICULT Y
ILLUSTRATIONS: CAROLINA ALTAVILLA Read a complex novel. ‘We
In your own time
Boring, mundane tasks with no deadline are often the greatest obstacles to productivity and completing bigger, more important jobs. But what if there was a way to keep on top of these small nuisances without giving them too much precious brain space? Introducing, the power hour method…
Get into the groove
Exploring the ancient Vedic philosophy of samskaras and how its power can be harnessed for growth in the modern day
Start slow
Go hard or go home. No pain, no gain. Just do it. The all-or-nothing approach to success is so dominant that it’s easy to forget there are other ways to prosper
Digita l chat
Email can be fun, useful or annoying in equal parts, so it’s wise to stop and think before clicking send on messages – including the well-intentioned ones
Past for ward
Looking back, it’s easy to imagine that at times you should, in the sentiment of that well-worn phrase, ‘have known better’. But life is imperfect and, despite what your inner-critic might suggest, no one at any time has access to a crystal ball
LIVING
LIVING
‘Without memory, there is no culture. Without memory,
My Family and other narratives
They’re as complex as the individuals that make them up, yet the view of these inherited groups is often singular, that they’re identikit units and the be-all and end-all of everything. Is there room for a more nuanced story?
Fabulously fungal
There’s so much more to mushrooms than simply being a delicious kitchen staple – here we explore some of their wide-ranging uses as well as their incredible potential for the future
Room for shrooms?
Delicious? Check. Naturally plant-based? Check. Packed with essential vitamins and minerals? Check, check
Specia l perks
Italy is synonymous with delicious coffee, from creamy cappuccinos to gorgeous granitas. But what do rituals and timing have to do with its role as a coffee-culture world leader?
A round the block
Why forcing yourself to keep going when the creative spark just won’t come can lead to hurt and burnout
Wet and wild
Wetlands aren’t just home to some of the world’s most incredible wildlife, they’re also vital sanctuaries for the soul
MINDFULNESS
MINDFULNESS
‘You have to go the way your blood
On body and soul
How to feel more at home in your physical being
Curb the chaos
Chaotic thinking can bring inspired ideas but also lead to confusion and a strong sense of being overwhelmed. There are, however, ways that can help to moderate the negatives of a mind under stress
Happiness hazard
Why telling a loved one you ‘only want them to be happy’ isn’t always the best policy
Matters of choice
Some make them breezily in seconds, others agonise for days, but bringing conscious awareness to the decisions you make can help you to plan and build a fulfilling future
Moments of trust
It can take years to build and be shattered in an instant, but having faith in others, as well as yourself, could save heartache and disappointment
CREATIVITY
CREATIVITY
‘Books are meat and medicine and flame and
Show time
For many, the experience of watching a musical live on stage is joyful and empowering, even though its story might have sombre undertones. So, what’s behind it?
Could you be a book blogger?
No longer the preserve of paid critics, becoming a book reviewer has never been so accessible – and who knows, your passion might even turn into something more lucrative…
Imagine that!
Adults are prone to visualising things through a negative lens, but what happens when you tap into the power of your inner child’s imagination?
Floral fancies
Dallas-based Alli Koch is a custom artist and designer who’s turned her hobby of doodling blooms into a successful full-time business. Here, the Texan tells Breathe what makes her tick and shares her simple tips for drawing modern florals
BEGIN TO BLOOM
Pencils at the ready? Alli takes us through the anatomy of a flower before outlining three easy-to-follow drawing exercises
Listen, hear
People and places convey much more than words, and paying attention to everything they’re saying can boost creativity as well as personal development
ESCAPE
ESCAPE
‘Live in each season as it passes; breathe
Green shoots of discovery
Growing a tree is not just wonderful for the environment – it’s personally satisfying to watch it flourish from seed to sapling and beyond
Legends of the fall
Writers have waxed lyrical about autumn’s natural beauty and vibrant hues, and the science behind the change in leaf colour is just as awe-inspiring
Bon voyage!
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Step by (slow) step
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STEP INTO THE SENSATIONS
ILLUSTRATIONS: JOHN HARMER • Beauty and harmony
Do the shoes pinch?
Stepping into others’ footwear offers an invaluable perspective, aiding empathy and understanding – but how often do you show yourself the same kindness?
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