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Health & Wellbeing

Gentle wellbeing, practical care ideas, hopeful health progress and small habits that help the week feel easier.

How Small Steps Toward Social Connection Can Boost Your Well-Being

From neighbors to casual acquaintances, connecting with others is a key source of well-being. Yet fear and uncertainty often hold us back. Epley's research finds that people tend to worry about rejection or awkwardness far more than necessary, and that warm a...

Landmark Gene Therapy Trial Aims to Rejuvenate Aging Eye Cells

The trial uses a gene therapy called ER-100, which delivers three reprogramming genes into retinal cells to rejuvenate damaged neurons responsible for vision. This innovative approach aims to restore cell function lost to age-related degeneration such as glau...

How to Choose the Best Assessments for Your Clients’ Well-Being

Choosing the wrong assessment can waste valuable session time, overwhelm clients, or lead to unusable data. By understanding the purpose of each tool and considering what you need to learn, practitioners can pinpoint the best questionnaires for their unique c...

Expert Advice on Coping with Difficult Health News

Jeremy Clarkson recently revealed his cancer diagnosis, highlighting how personal and challenging coping with bad health news can be. Medical professionals offer guidance on navigating this emotional journey with kindness and practical strategies.

Reframing Letting Go: A Path to Healing from a Painful Past

Letting go of a painful past can feel like betraying our own experiences, especially when those experiences involve deep hurt and injustice. But reframing letting go as a process of grieving and accepting reality, rather than erasing the past, can help unlock...

Why Forgiving Ourselves Is So Hard—and How We Can Start to Heal

Stuck in remorse or guilt from past actions? You're not alone. The study highlights how replaying painful memories and holding unrealistic expectations of control can trap us in guilt. But with conscious effort and a shift in perspective, many find a path to...

Layer Your Bed Like a Designer for a Cooler Summer Night's Sleep

A well-layered bed made with breathable fabrics and an organic, heat-resistant mattress can significantly improve sleep quality during warm summer nights. Experts recommend focusing on simplicity, natural fibers like linen and percale, and lightweight covers...

Understanding Identity vs. Role Confusion: Finding Your True Self

Identity is the coherent sense of self that guides us through life, connecting our values, experiences, and goals. However, feeling unsure about where we fit or what our purpose is can lead to role confusion. This natural challenge can affect anyone but espec...

New Insights on How Families Can Manage Stress Together

As the demands of parenting grow heavier and support becomes scarcer, understanding the ripple effects of stress within families is vital. Chronic stress can disrupt children’s brain development and well-being but even simple stress-management strategies for...

Self-Awareness Boosts Success in Forming Healthy Habits

Research shows only about 12% of people are genuinely self-aware despite 95% thinking they are. Genuine self-awareness means observing ourselves without judgment, which helps identify triggers and motivations. With this clarity, habits like healthy eating and...

Finding Purpose Through Reflection on Moral Beauty

Inspired by Jane Goodall and other figures of moral beauty, this meditation helps uncover why certain qualities resonate personally, leading to a stronger sense of meaning. Research shows that cultivating a purpose tied to these values supports happiness, hea...

The Unexpected Joy of Slow Looking at Art

Nathalie Ryan, a senior educator at the National Gallery of Art in Washington D.C., guides us through a simple yet powerful way to engage with art. Slowing down your gaze on an image—whether a museum piece, a photograph, or even a snapshot from your phone—can...

Feeling Connected to Nature Boosts Mental Well-being Worldwide

Whether it’s a walk in the park, watching a sunset, or simply feeling a part of the natural world, the sense of unity with nature—known as nature connectedness—plays a vital role in mental health. Researchers from multiple countries found that those with a hi...

Seven Ways Fatherhood Transforms the Male Brain

Fatherhood triggers significant changes in a man’s brain, enhancing motivation, empathy, and emotional regulation. These changes help new dads navigate sleepless nights, deepen bonds with their children, and embrace the challenges and joys of parenthood.

Finding Purpose: A New Way to Navigate Work-Family Balance

As work and family demands collide, many grapple with chronic stress and burnout. New research highlights that a strong sense of purpose may provide an anchor during these tensions, helping people prioritize and respond with greater resilience and intention.