Friendships are an important part of life and are among the most valuable relationships we have. We may talk to friends in confidence about things we wouldn't discuss with our families. Friends add enjoyment to our lives and provide comfort in times of need. Friendship is...
Halloween has become an ever present event in the UK calendar and for most is a fun and exciting time with costumes and treats 👻 For some however, it can be full of anxiety, fright and uncertainty. So as we embrace decorating our houses with ghoulish...
Positive emotions - like joy, gratitude, contentment, inspiration, and pride - are not just great at the time. Recent research shows that regularly experiencing them creates an 'upward spiral', helping to build our resources. Â Action for Happiness claim: "Although we need to be realistic about life's ups...
What is resilience and can it be taught? The common misconception with resilience is believing that ‘If I am resilient then I do not become angry or upset and it means I am happier’. I believe in the latter, it can make us happier, however being...