Wellbeing Archives - Positive News Good journalism about good things Fri, 19 Sep 2025 11:57:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.positive.news/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/cropped-P.N_Icon_Navy-150x150.png Wellbeing Archives - Positive News 32 32 Smartphone Free Childhood: the unstoppable rise of a culture-shifting campaign https://www.positive.news/lifestyle/smartphone-free-childhood-suddenly-we-were-in-the-eye-of-the-storm/ Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:37:33 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=542441 With smartphones a near-constant presence in children’s lives, one grassroots movement is pushing back – with remarkable force

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]]> From problems to progress: five ways to focus on solutions, not just struggles https://www.positive.news/society/from-problems-to-progress-five-ways-to-focus-on-solutions-not-just-struggles/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:28 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=538399 When you’re stuck in a rut, moving forward can feel impossible. Here are five ways to try to progress through struggles

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]]> The fast food chain helping tackle child exploitation https://www.positive.news/society/the-fast-food-chain-helping-tackle-child-exploitation/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 07:00:36 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=534596 Staff at a British chicken shop chain are being taught how to spot signs of exploitation thanks to a pioneering partnership

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]]> A real recharge. Five ways to get more – and better – rest https://www.positive.news/society/a-real-recharge-five-ways-to-get-more-and-better-rest/ Tue, 06 May 2025 08:57:46 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=524639 From thinking beyond the obvious, to trying mini ‘sabbaticals’, here are five suggestions for really slowing down

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]]> Growing and sharing seeds can boost mental health https://www.positive.news/society/growing-and-sharing-seeds-can-boost-mental-health/ Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:31:02 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=521463 Storing and sharing seeds has clear environmental benefits. But new findings suggest they can bring about wellbeing wins too

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]]> What’s the true secret to happiness? Scientists may be about to find out https://www.positive.news/lifestyle/whats-the-true-secret-to-happiness-scientists-may-be-about-to-find-out/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 12:23:14 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=517704 Researchers are hoping to uncover the elusive secret to happiness in the biggest study of its kind to date

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]]> Clothes destined for landfill become capsule wardrobes for domestic abuse survivors https://www.positive.news/society/clothing-tailored-capsule-wardrobes-for-domestic-abuse-survivors/ Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:57:54 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=513368 A good coat and a pair of shoes can be key to rebuilding the lives of women in crisis, says charity founder Rachael Bews

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]]> Artful opportunities: five ways to be creative every day https://www.positive.news/society/artful-opportunities-five-ways-to-be-creative-every-day/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:40:44 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=511058 It can be difficult to fit self-expression into your schedule, but the benefits are huge. Here are some suggestions to get started

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]]> 10 empowering ways to manage your media diet in 2025 https://www.positive.news/lifestyle/wellbeing/10-empowering-ways-to-manage-your-media-diet-this-christmas/ Tue, 17 Dec 2024 12:36:15 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=508290 Remember that a healthy diet is not just about what’s on your plate but what you feed your mind

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]]> The best ways workplaces are supporting mental health, according to you https://www.positive.news/society/world-mental-health-day-how-workplaces-can-support-mental-health/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:02:15 +0000 https://www.positive.news/?p=496862 This year’s World Mental Health Day is themed around worker wellbeing. Here’s how your workplace is boosting yours

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