We can’t predict the future, but appreciating its uncertainties will make us happier

Coincidences are far more likely to happen than we think – so we should expect the unexpected and avoid magical thinking

What makes us flourish in life? I set off to find out

From cabin dwellers to chateau owners, it’s a zest for life – even the small things – that makes us flourish

Green revolution: how I learned to be an eco warrior, one step at a time

I was in denial about climate action – until I realised that you might just have to despair to care…

Is it possible to spot a good liar – and why do we all tell tales?

Most people are honest, but when I was lied to it left me questioning all my own opinions

‘Your body is miraculous – enjoy it!’ 10 ways to be much more body-confident

Forget your inhibitions this summer. Instead, wear colourful clothes, get enough rest and celebrate every personal best

Time-warped: how modern life shortens our perspectives

Many of us feel the anxiety of living in a time of ‘polycrisis’, but taking a long view will help you cope

‘Hoard evidence of your greatness’: 10 ways to be much more confident at work

Make people laugh, keep a praise file, deal with your inner critic – and avoid comparison-itis. Here is how to connect with colleagues and feel more positive

‘I started to unravel’: Why do so many women over 40 struggle with stress?

I coped with kids and a busy career, so why was I suddenly overwhelmed?

Overwhelmed in London, I moved to Berlin to save my sanity – and savour a new life

Irish author Naoise Dolan on taking refuge in the German capital

Biting the skin off my fingers feels like self-harm – but I can’t stop

Therapy could help you figure out why you still resort to this coping mechanism from your past – which is one I can relate to

How the perils of mountain biking helped me cope with my brain tumour diagnosis

Hurtling down trails on two wheels might not be the most obvious way to cope with a life-changing news but for Tracey Croke it helped her find inner peace

A Chelsea garden for our darkest days

Darren Hawkes, garden designer and Samaritans helpline volunteer, has created a space full of empathy at the Chelsea Flower Show. By Donna Ferguson

Every anxiety dream I’ve ever had – ranked!

From self-cannibalism to spilling tomato sauce down my wedding dress, my nightmares are trying to keep me real

‘Sometimes I don’t recognise my own family’: life with face blindness

Can long Covid make it harder to identify acquaintances, friends, even close relatives? Scientists are investigating a possible link

A holiday is about more than just a break. It’s a chance to dip a toe into a new version of yourself

If your life feels stuck, a trip can put you back in touch with your sense of adventure