Award-winning cartoonist Tom Gauld's latest work for The Guardian hilariously depicts the universal struggle to keep ambitious New Year's promises. Discover the wit behind the illustration.
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.
Forget unrealistic goals. Embrace positive, attainable New Year's resolutions for 2026: watch more films in cinemas, dress with intention, and stop stressing over trivial matters.
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From smart rings to sticker charts, discover the gear and wellness tools that can give you the extra nudge needed to turn your January intentions into lasting, healthy routines for the new year.
Feeling overwhelmed by social media? Discover practical strategies for a 2026 digital detox to reclaim your focus and improve mental wellbeing. Start your reset today.
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The Traitors winner Alan Carr champions enjoying special bottles now, not later. Discover 2026 wine resolutions from UK celebrities like Helen George and top tips for 'Try January'.
A new survey reveals Brits' top 2026 money goals: boosting savings, paying off debt, and engaging with pensions. Discover the key trends shaping personal finance this year.
Cartoonist Tom Gauld perfectly skewers our annual, overly ambitious reading goals in his latest Guardian comic. Discover why his witty take on 'reading resolutions' is so relatable.
Ditch unrealistic goals for 2026. Discover four achievable resolutions, from improving sleep to cooking at home, backed by expert-vetted product recommendations from The Filter US.
Columnist Lucy Mangan shares her unique take on the festive season, from Twixtmas debates to her 2026 wish for sunken living rooms and grammatical precision. A witty digest of the week.
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A sharp new cartoon by Pete Songi imagines the UK government's cynical New Year resolutions for 2026, from 'blame others' to 'ignore experts'. See the full satire here.
Guardian critics embark on a journey to explore the music they've always avoided, from Joni Mitchell's jazz-folk to Kendrick Lamar's conscious rap. Discover their surprising revelations and listening resolutions.
A psychologist explains the seven key reasons January goals often collapse and provides actionable strategies to make your 2026 resolutions last. Learn how to build lasting change.
A psychology expert reveals why 80% of resolutions fail by February and why waiting for spring boosts your chances. Learn how your body's winter slowdown affects goals.
Discover five top-rated apps to help you achieve your 2026 goals, from building a house deposit with Plum to learning first aid. Start your self-improvement journey today.
An analysis of Guardian readers' 2025 resolutions reveals a collective shift towards security and control, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Discover what our pledges say about the current moment.
As the New Year begins, a flexible pet food subscription from Animed helps owners save time and ensure consistent nutrition for their dogs, cats, and small pets. Discover the stress-free way to organise your pet's care.
Struggling with winter fitness? A counsellor and top PTs reveal 7 actionable tips to launch your New Year's health goals, boost mental wellbeing, and stay on track.
Facing tough immigration chats over Christmas dinner? A charity with 15 years' experience reveals why empathy works better than facts. Learn their techniques and support the Guardian's 2025 appeal.
Feeling festive dread? Therapists share essential strategies for navigating difficult family dynamics this Christmas, including safe conversation topics, grounding techniques, and post-holiday recovery.
The notoriously difficult King William's College quiz is back for 2025. Can you tackle its cryptic questions on history, literature, and science? Answers revealed 13 January.
Discover how Buddhist principles of 'wise speech' can help you navigate challenging family discussions this festive season with courage and care. Learn to speak difficult truths constructively.
Learn effective strategies for addressing problematic 'I'm not racist, but' statements. Expert advice on challenging racial bias while maintaining dialogue.
I'm a Celeb star Ruby Wax opens up about her difficult upbringing with 'mean' father and 'hysterical' mother in emotional podcast interview. Discover her story.
Explore why players obsess over punishing games like Demon's Souls and Baby Steps. Discover the psychology behind gaming's toughest challenges and what drives players to overcome them.
Prepare for the ultimate mental workout with The Guardian's notoriously difficult Sudoku puzzle #7096. Discover expert strategies and tips to conquer this fiendish number grid that's leaving puzzle enthusiasts baffled.
Conquer one of the toughest Sudoku challenges of the week with our expert strategy guide. Discover the key techniques needed to solve The Guardian's notoriously difficult Expert puzzle #7092.