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How to escape the cult of normal

Normal can be far removed from what is good, right or healthy. Instead of following the herd, it can be far better to follow your values and do what's right for you.

How do you want to be when you grow up?

Start with the wrong question and where do you end up? Rather than forever racing towards the next accomplishment, you may wish to pause and consider, how do you want to be when you grow up?

7 (tiny) wonders of the world

Want to experience true wonder? We asked our readers to share the small wonders that bring them joy and connection. Discover how these tiny mindful moments can bring about a big shift.

Are you taking joy seriously enough?

Many of us have become hooked into worry. It’s all over the media, it’s filling up our feeds and it’s constantly working its way around and around our heads. It’s seems we’re always worrying. What would we even do if we weren’t worrying? Well... we could be having fun.

Steal back your life

Discover ten tips to grab hold of the good stuff! In this article you will find practical ways to apply mindfulness and focus your attention on what matters most.

The joy of joy

Prioritising joy can be a powerful way to build resilience. Discover 8 tips for experiencing more of the good stuff in this fun exploration of joy .

A golden moment

Regularly connecting with joy can help to maintain an optimistic outlook and become more resilient. In this mindfulness exercise you will focus on one of the most joyful moments of your life.

Why joy is good medicine

Join us and discover simple strategies to give your brain a joyful boost.

Harold

Harold follows the thoughts of a 1960s third grader during a single day at school. Like most of us, Harold has a whole lot of weird and wonderful thoughts flying through his head.

Bill Bailey’s remarkable guide to happiness

Look beyond the mumbo-jumbo of the wellness industry & discover what inspires joy & contentment. From mini golf to swimming in a glacial river, Bailey explores playful pursuits that can get you feeling good.

Flow

Legendary psychologist Csikszentmihalyi teaches how, by ordering the information that enters our consciousness, we can discover true happiness, unlock our potential, and greatly improve the quality of our lives.

The happiness trap

While it’s easy to get caught up in the pursuit of happiness, Dr Russ Harris argues this constant chase may be doing you more harm than good. In The Happiness Trap Dr Harris explains how

Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life

Science journalist Catherine Price proposes a new definition of fun and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life.

This Too Shall Pass

This incredible video from OK GO is irresistibly joyful and essential viewing if you are feeling down.

Fijian rugby team share a beautiful moment in song

It’s okay to cry, even at the footy! Watch the Fijian rugby team share a beautiful moment in song.

Imaginate

In need of a mental health day? Experience all sorts of joy on this wee day out with Danny MacAskill.

How to make a Pom Pom

Take time out for a joyful crafternoon! Go fancy free with this great guide to making pom poms.

The science behind mindfulness as a tool for happiness

Dr Hedy Kober

In this World Economic Forum talk, Yale researcher Dr Hedy Kober explains the basics of mindfulness. Discover some of the many benefits for your brain & find out how mindfulness can help you through life’s messy bits.

Harvard University: Research Insights on the Contagion of Happiness

Looking for greater happiness? This article from Harvard researchers will help point you in the right direction.