Sustainable ways to thrive

As the nights draw in, we ask how we can

Viewpoint

Let us know what you think of the magazine and each month we’ll publish the best letters

SWING TIME

Zadie Smith is on dazzling form in this book, as

Je ne sais quoi

Eiffel Tower lamp and shade, £151, Sisters Guild. Cushions, £21

45%

IS THE AMOUNT BY WHICH FIRMS THAT ARE GENDER-DIVERSE WILL

MOVIE LOVERS

We’ve all been there – binge-watching an entire box set

Rosy tint

At first glance, this exquisite image by photographer, Richard Mosse,

BOOKS TO SOOTHE THE SOUL

Our friends at Radio 4 tell us why this book

Plan B

Is it wise to have a backup plan? New research*

200

IS THE NUMBER OF TIMES THAT THE AVERAGE PERSON CHECKS

SWEET ESCAPE

Already planning next year’s holiday? New research*** found that taking

DRESSING DOWN

Who’d have thought that wearing a spotty tie or comfy

The Light Between Oceans

Set on a remote edge of Western Australia after the

SCHOOL OF LIFE LESSONS

‘We are a society of energy addicts, who expect quick

“But it’s tradition!”

Harriet Minter finds that the rituals of life make it sweeter

Stockists

Find out where to buy the products featured in this month’s issue

THE PERFECT BALANCE

Create a book club gathering with a difference in your home once a month, says Action for Happiness expert Vanessa King

“ It’s hard to describe this crazy journey “

Award-winning singer-songwriter Gwen Stefani opens up about how heartbreak has inspired her latest work, and how she’s stronger than she’s ever been

It’s good to talk

Chris Baréz-Brown urges us to trade secret stories to reveal our real selves and connect with others. Don’t keep your truth under wraps

Coming home to nature

In a remote shelter in the wilderness, Jini Reddy finds solace in solitude and peace in the rugged landscape

Stop surviving, start thriving

Bestselling author and entrepreneur, Sháá Wasmund MBE, coaches us over the hurdles that may be stopping us from setting up our own business

How do you find a good ’un?

Following her divorce, Katrine Boskoffstarted dating, only to discover she was repeating old patterns. She turns to the experts to help her break from the past

Sandi Toksvig

The writer, actor, comedian, feminist and new presenter of cult television quiz series, QI, shares what is important to her in life

“Family is the centre of my world”

Steeped in history, a charming 16th-century pub makes a warm and inviting home for Lucy Barron-Reid and her family

“My team does not get along”

Award-winning coach, Kim Morgan, helps a group of office workers understand each other better and improve their relationships

JOIN US!

In partnership with NOW Live Events, we’re offering two workshops: yoga coach, Salema Veliu, shows us how to live, learn and love; and novelists, Elizabeth Heathcote and Lucy Atkins, alongside their publisher-at-large, Stef Bierwerth, give us an interactive workshop on how to write a novel

Get time on your side

It can feel as if our lives are run by the clock, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Eleanor Tucker explores how other cultures view time, and learns some valuable lessons about how to live a less restricted life

Making friends at work

Every month, Oliver Burkeman invites you to improve your work life

Climb every mountain

We are told to play to our strengths – but we all have weak spots that can sabotage a career. Here, three people confront their fears and learn the skills that they need to prosper…

‘‘ I do not know whether I want to be a mother ‘‘

Our agony aunt Mary Fenwick offers a new perspective on

Less mess, less stress

Every month, Martha Roberts invites you to road-test research around feeling good

BROTHERS & SISTERS

Where would we be without family? If your answer is ‘living with less drama’ or ‘sleeping more soundly’, it may be that you are quietly dreading the festive break, which – along with fun traditions and indulgent meals – usually comes with an unhealthy dollop of rage, frustration and conflict. And, which family members know how to push our buttons better than our siblings? Even those who get on with their siblings would find it difficult to say that they had never fallen out, or at least been caught up in a tense discussion or three. But, what can we do to improve these complicated relationships? This month, we investigate sibling dynamics and share fascinating insights, as well as practical tools, to make sure you have a happy family get-together

LOST IN TRANSLATION

Do tricky discussions, or even seemingly innocuous exchanges, with your siblings get heated and turn into arguments? Here’s what to do to stop conversations escalating out of control

HOW TO SURVIVE THE FAMILY HOLIDAYS

Families can be volatile and, as the celebrations approach, the pressure to get everything right can make an explosion more likely. Instead of striving for perfection, says psychologist Lucy Beresford, maybe do things differently…

SIBLING STORIES

Every sibling bond is unique. Three people share the intricate details of their relationships

A CHILDHOOD ROLE IS NOT FOREVER

The dynamics between you and your siblings can have a big impact on your life. Identify the ‘label’ of your youth and stop it from holding you back

Please a crowd

It’s that time of year when friends and relatives descend on your household with little notice. So, get prepared with these great make-ahead recipes and you won’t be caught off guard

Cloaked in mystery

This month’s books are enigmatic in several ways, from female powers that shift the world on its axis, to faceless 100-year-old journals, suave ghosts and complex family relationships…

COLOUR YOUR WORLD

With the vast array of shades in nature’s palette to choose from, be bold and go for hues that speak to your soul

First lady

Brandish your tampon – and reclaim the V-word

5 buys to feel good about

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The plan

Every month, the #360me team will be sharing our baby-steps

Time for an awakening

As the winter darkness sets in, it feels more and more difficult to stick to your healthy habits. Ali Roff invites you to challenge your routine and create a new, life-changing practice…

How to pick yourself up

With a global audience of over 2.3 million, Estée Lalonde is an unlikely internet star – a self-confessed introvert, she has been very open about her experiences with anxiety and depression. Here, she shares her One Good Thing for December – the importance of reaching out, talking, and trusting those you love to help you through the difficult times

Margo Marrone

The co-founder of pioneering brand, The Organic Pharmacy, shares her insights on balancing work with family and relaxation

Q: How can I overcome back pain?

Each month, leading integrative health expert, Dr Andrew Weil, gives his definitive answer to a medical question

Let’s meat again...

Nutritional therapist, Eve Kalinik, delivers a mindful, meaty argument to chew over in pursuit of a balanced diet

RENEW YOU

Entrust your travel arrangements to us – as our Travel Editor, and Spa.Kitchen founder, Daisy Finer, embraces the best offerings for anyone on the brink of burnout... it’s time to relight that ?re