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You want to be a good friend. A psychologist explains when it’s time to suggest therapy and what to say to make a difference.
Diary-writers across history have expressed the sense of relief that writing from the heart can bring. Could English essays have the same benefits?
This latest trend borrows from lifestyle medicine research which shows these practices can add life to your years.
Hiking to a breathtaking view or losing yourself in the roar of a crowd. A neuroscientist explains why awe can feel transformative – and improve your mental health.
Sure, a cuddle can feel great. But that doesn’t mean ‘cuddle therapy’ is for you.
Many adults struggle to carve out space for hobbies because of lack of time, money and resources. Unlike childhood, adulthood comes with time pressures and responsibilities.
Music can heal, but it can also harm. It’s time to stop assuming otherwise.
As employers rethink wellbeing in a post-pandemic workplace, the key question is whether policies for pets at work are lawful, evidence-based and inclusive.
For many women, a lifetime of putting others first quietly damages their health – and midlife is often when the cost finally becomes clear.
Feeling part of something larger than yourself may make it easier to cope with stress and uncertainty.
Events where people sit down and watch the sun go down are becoming popular in the Netherlands.
The neuroscience is in: When we spend time in nature, it has a cascade of positive effects in our brains.
Nothing is perfect, nothing lasts and nothing is ever finished. That’s the core of wabi-sabi. And psychology suggests this Japanese philosophy may be onto something.
Women’s success, resilience and well-being are not purely individual achievements. They are deeply supported by female friendships and collective social bonds.
New research based on student journalling reveals how American and Chinese cultural standpoints wildly differ in how they make sense of awe.
Historic buildings are worth preserving not only for their architectural significance but their scenic quality.
Walking together can be a powerful way to feel a sense of belonging in our environment.
The trend has little direct research, but studies on light, heat and relaxation show why it might help some people.
The new wave of adult colouring book bestsellers are ‘cosy’ and simple. In our uncertain cultural moment, they emphasise comfort, relaxation and rest.
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Associate Professor, Centre for Positive Health Sciences, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Professor of Coaching and Positive Psychology, RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences
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Professor and Head of the Department of Psychology, University of Copenhagen
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