Creative writing submission from the Rest Less community – submit your entry here. This morning, as the dawn began, I rolled over in bed to look out of the window and see the first shards of light ...
In a world where we often place a lot of pressure and expectation on ourselves, developing the skill of self-compassion is important. Self-compassion is more than just a buzzword; it’s a way of ...
Common phrases such as “curiosity killed the cat” – which, as the Cambridge Dictionary explains, warns people against asking too many questions – have led some to see curiosity as a negative thing.
Self-empowerment is about making a conscious decision to take control of life. It’s about becoming aware of your power and giving yourself permission to succeed by practising positive behaviours.
Whether you’re dreaming of starting a new chapter in a pretty rural village or on a white sand beach, retiring abroad can be tempting. While there are plenty of lovely places to retire in the UK, ...
Many of us are looking for ways to improve our health – and cutting back on added sugar is a popular focus point. In fact, studies have revealed that 60% of the UK population is actively seeking to ...
As we age, particularly when we approach or begin retirement, downsizing can seem appealing. Your house might feel too big now that your children have flown the nest. Or, perhaps cleaning and ...
When you retire, a whole new world of opportunity can open up. Not having to go to work leaves the days free, and for many of us, it’s the first time we can really make our own rules and schedules.
Research shows that over 20 million people suffer from arthritis and musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions across the UK. Alongside lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain are among the most common of ...
After a u-turn by the government, around 9m pensioners should receive the Winter Fuel Payment this winter to help them with the cost of soaring energy bills. Previously, only those claiming Pension ...
Around 400,000 people in the UK are affected by myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME). While we can all feel tired and worn out from time to time, people with ME experience a debilitating fatigue that can’t ...
With the steep cost of living, many of us are anxious about our finances. You might be thinking of ways to tighten your purse strings and save where you can, but this doesn’t mean your diet has to ...