The radical choice of simplicity in a world of excess
A decade after a life-changing purge, a journalist reveals how to apply 'enoughness' to combat modern overwhelm. Discover practical steps for a simpler, more vital life.
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Readers' top tips for making new habits actually stick
Discover how real people are building lasting habits in 2026, from habit stacking to trampolining in the kitchen. Move beyond failed resolutions with these actionable strategies.
Shopping Expert's 16 Must-Buy Items for January 2026
A top shopping expert reveals 16 essential items for your home, wellness, and wardrobe in 2026. Discover the best buys from Lola Blankets to H&M vases to start your year right.
From 168 cries to none: How often do Brits really cry?
From a TikToker who cried 168 times in 2025 to those who never shed a tear, we explore the science and stigma behind crying. Experts reveal what's normal for your emotional health.
43 easy ways to lift your spirits and boost mood
Guardian writers and readers share 43 simple, joyful ideas to improve mental wellbeing, from urban walking and choir singing to watching news bloopers and growing avocado plants.
Expert Tips for Starting New Habits and Skills
Struggling to begin a new habit? Experts reveal how to start running, cooking, dating, therapy and 11 other activities. Learn the basics and take your first step today.
Australian Writers Recall Their Youthful Drinking Regrets
Australian authors and comedians, including Kathy Lette and Trent Dalton, share hilarious and cringe-worthy stories of the awful alcoholic concoctions they survived in their youth. Read their tales of fireball sambucas and vodka spiders.
Life of the world's youngest self-made female billionaire
An exclusive interview reveals the non-stop routine of Lucy Guo, who built a fortune from AI and now works seven days a week, driven by a mindset that shuns the concept of a day off.
Ex-homeless Londoner saves £600 monthly on canal boat
Emily Souter Johnson swapped 13 years of flat-hopping for life on a canal boat, slashing her monthly costs to under £500. Discover her journey from homelessness to a thriving off-grid business.
Life without a postcode: The cost of a boat childhood
Eve Stanway spent her first 11 years sailing the world with no fixed address or formal schooling. She reveals the loneliness behind the idyllic photos and her journey to find stability.
Ex-digital nomad: 'You can't outrun unhappiness'
Tom Slater spent decades travelling the world as an early digital nomad, only to find himself depressed and unfulfilled. His story exposes the mental health pitfalls of the lifestyle sold on social media.
Guardian launches 16-part life improvement newsletter series
The Guardian introduces a new 16-part newsletter series offering expert advice on improving daily life. Sign up now for bi-weekly tips delivered over eight weeks.
Woman loses 66lbs, reverses diabetes after holiday shock
Gerri Walters, 59, shed 3st 10lbs in a year and reversed her type 2 diabetes after a distressing holiday experience. Discover how a personalised diet plan transformed her health and life.
Alex Webb shoots Lavazza's 2026 calendar for Magnum
Lavazza unveils its 2026 calendar, shot by renowned Magnum photographer Alex Webb, celebrating the vibrant essence of Italian lifestyle through evocative street photography.
Nike, Superdry, Lacoste ads banned over greenwashing
The UK's ad watchdog bans Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste for misleading sustainability claims. Discover why their 'green' ads broke the rules and what it means for consumers.
Nike, Superdry, Lacoste ads banned for greenwashing
The UK's advertising watchdog has banned adverts from Nike, Superdry, and Lacoste for misleading 'sustainable' claims. Discover the details of the crackdown.
Strategic Edge of Commercial Cleaning for London FM
For London's facilities management, professional commercial cleaning is now a strategic imperative, boosting health, brand reputation, and efficiency. Discover how tailored, tech-enabled solutions deliver measurable results.
Zipcar to close UK operation, suspends bookings
Zipcar, the world's largest car-sharing firm, is shutting its UK business, removing fleet access across London. Find out what this means for sustainable transport.
FCA to regulate ESG ratings providers in UK
The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.
Best Christmas Gifts for 5-Year-Olds 2025
Discover 12 road-tested Christmas gifts for five-year-olds that boost creativity and confidence. Expert-approved toys they'll play with daily from our UK testing.
Sustainable Holiday Gifts That Make a Difference
Discover 9 thoughtful eco-gifts, from repair kits to conservation trips, that reduce waste and support the planet. Make your holiday shopping sustainable.
Master Coquilles St-Jacques in 9 Easy Steps
Create Felicity Cloake's luxurious scallop gratin with creamy wine sauce and parsley breadcrumbs. Perfect Christmas starter with sustainable seafood tips.
Japanese sauna design wins over sceptics in Sussex
Discover how an architect-designed Japanese sauna and Scandi cabin in Sussex woodland convert sauna sceptics. Experience wild swimming, woodland views and sustainable design.
Top Sustainable Smoked Salmon for Christmas
Discover the most delicious and eco-friendly smoked salmon for your festive table. Our expert tasting reveals the best sustainable options rated by flavour and credentials.
Green Christmas Gifts: Avoid £921m Waste
Discover expert tips for sustainable Christmas gifts that reduce landfill waste. Learn how to choose practical, eco-friendly presents and avoid greenwashing this festive season.
Brothers save 50 shipping containers of clothes from landfill
Discover how two brothers built a £10 million business rescuing designer and celebrity-worn clothing from landfill, recycling 1,500 items daily and preventing fashion waste.
German Hairy Snail Hunt and UK Social Media Shift
Discover the quest for London's tiny German hairy snail and the growing 'posting zero' trend. This weekly digest explores life's quirky lessons and modern dilemmas. Read more for a unique perspective.
Psychology of Vinted Wishlists: Our Hidden Desires
Explore how Vinted wishlists reveal our anxieties, ambitions and alter egos. Seven writers share what their saved items say about their secret selves and fashion psychology.
Native American Foodways: Medicine for Our Planet
Discover how ancient Indigenous food wisdom offers solutions to modern health and environmental crises. Learn why food sovereignty is key to our collective future.
Making an Online/Offline Relationship Work
Discover how one couple bridges the digital gap: she's read 57 books, he's binge-watched Selling Sunset. Their secret? Listening and enjoying their differences. Read their story.
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