Wellbeing

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'I made it work for me - how to ask your boss for flexible working'

Standing desks are great for health and wellbeing while working

Don't miss this amazingly cheap standing desk in the Amazon deals

Pets can improve owners' health and give a mood boost

Top 10 must-knows for dog and cat owners

Active Ageing session

Storm closures can’t stop Active Ageing scheme going from strength to strength

We enjoyed home-made smoothies by the poolside at Rockcliffe Hall and Spa

My unexpectedly wonderful girls spa staycation to Rockcliffe Hall Nicola Adam

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Beauty boxes are the perfect gift for Mother’s Day - here are our top five best buys

5 beauty boxes for the perfect Mother’s Day Gift

Susie Dent's new word 'Eufloria' captures the joy of receiving flowers

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Labour's benefits shake-up - my takeaways as a finance specialist

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7 tips to survive work social events - as employees hate activities

The average sufferer will experience the equivalent of 1,350 days of pain over 450 periods

7 in 10 women will experience period pain for equivalent of four years

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

Neo dehumidifier price slashed in Debenhams sale

Staggering humidifier deals in sale slashing prices to less than £30

Fitout firm, Calibro, based in Antrim and Belfast, has played a key role in some of Ireland’s most significant office refurbishment

Changing office habits in 2025: A Northern Ireland company is leading the way

More people want to go on walks this year

Want to do more things in 2025 to make you happy? Try this new tool

Nearly half of UK undergraduates face daily feelings of anxiety – the fourth highest of any country polled

UK students are struggling with their mental health, global poll finds
The report also offered an insight as to how much modern students used AI 💻
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A study revealed people will be saving money by unsubscribing from as many paid-for services as possible.

Top 20 money-saving tips for January

Beat the blues with Wellbeing Monday

Beat the blues with Wellbeing Monday

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed over half get a boost from having something to look forward to

Having a holiday to aim for is key to mental wellbeing, survey shows

Tips for people with dementia during the cold snap; Keep the room warm. As well as turning the heating on, things like draught-proofing, thermal curtains and roof insulation can help maintain a consistent temperature.

Dementia: Tips to help people during cold snap

Dorit Kemsley of Beverley Hills Real Housewives, with Paul PK Kemsley, has opened up about her ordeal with the peri menopause

Real Housewives star on peri menopause and the supplement she loves

Better Gut supplements for menopausal and peri menopausal women

20% off award-winning menopause tablet tackling hot sweats and more

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5 tips to protect mental health as festive stress risks worker burnout

Explore the Headspace app with 50% for Black Friday

Take some Headspace: Half price subscription deal on mindfulness app

Spa at Manchester Marriott Hotel Piccadilly among top deals

Top UK spa deals by money saving expert in Spabreaks' biggest sale

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7 simple tips to stay motivated during the darker workdays

Skin & Tonic Fresh Face Exfoliating Water

I've made these eco-friendly beauty swaps and I'm not going back
Consumer writer Bex Bastable explores the best ways to switch to a more sustainable beauty regime
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Ruth Lue-Quee, education consultant from Staffordshire, who says period poverty is more widespread than people think

Secondary school teachers call for better and earlier period education

‘Seeds of Change’ has been launched by HMPPS as part of a new recruitment drive that encourages people to combine their passion with their career for something more fulfilling

Community Payback roles are open to outdoorsy and garden-loving people

Danielle Broadway has lost over five stone using an AI-based app

High-tech weight loss: How AI is helping people to shed the pounds

A poll of 2,000 adults found two thirds reckon the UK is the world’s best at ‘going nowhere fast’

Train and traffic delays cost travellers nearly three days a year

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Vandalism's toll: how damaged property affects local funds and taxes

According to Carers UK, an estimated 12,000 people across the UK become carers every day, often without realising it

Are you a carer? Try this new tool to find out

Research of 2,000 adults has revealed 20 per cent are more inclined to talk about how they feel when on a long drive.

Brits more likely to open up over a pint than a text message or meal

A poll, of 2,000 adults, found finances are still a main concern for 41 per cent of the nation

Cost of living crisis continues to bite a quarter of Brits

Freshers week can be a daunting time for students but there is support available.

Freshers Week: How to access mental health support as a student

A poll of 2,000 adults revealed the quirkier strategies those who garden adopt to help their plants grow - including throwing teabags onto the soil

Here are the unusual hacks people use to help gardens thrive

The poll, commissioned by Warburtons, revealed 60 per cent worry about ensuring their children’s packed lunches are nutritious while meeting their child’s preferences

An expert has revealed what should be in the 'ideal' kids lunchbox

Plenty of cuddles, belly rubs and healthy treats are the top ways dog owners ensure the happiness of their furry companions.

7 in 10 dog owners care more about their pet’s health than their own

Attributes which define a ‘healthy person’ include good posture, being able to move without difficulty and aids, and low body fat, according to Brits

These images show what Brits think ‘healthy’ looks like

Exams and results day can be an anxiety-inducing time for many young people (Image: National World/Adobe Stock/Getty)

Four out of five young people say exams 'harmed their mental health'

'I’m sober-curious and have never been drunk - not even at my wedding!' (Photo: Pixabay/Pexels)

Sober curious movement: ‘I’m sober curious and have never been drunk'

Seven in 10 women swear by a piece of beauty advice passed down from older family

7 in 10 women rely on beauty tips handed down by family

Giant pill box reminder for meals

Giant pill box reminder for meals

Snapping at others and losing patience are signs that you're 'tangry'

Alzheimer's Society offers advice on clocks going forward an hour this weekend

Alzheimer's Society offers advice on clocks going forward an hour this weekend

Around one in five people with learning disabilities who are over the age of 65 will develop dementia

Dementia diagnosis in people with learning disabilities

Nearly a third of adults forget to drink water every day

David Daly, Graham wellbeing manager, holding IIP Wellbeing Platinum Plaque

NI firm is first to get Investors in People Wellbeing 'platinum’ in the UK

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Some adults are doubtful that they’ll stick to their 2024 health goals

The top 20 pieces of advice adults would give their younger selves

Restaurants are the biggest enhancer of community spirit nationwide

Shauna Corr practices an alternative treatment called 'tapping'

Wellbeing: Tapping into the benefits of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)

Walk and talk your way to good mental health

The Public Health Agency is encouraging public to ‘Walk and Talk’

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