Calm & Clear is packed full of insightful articles and expert advice on how to take a step back, recognise how you’re feeling, understand what’s making you feel that way, and learn how to focus on your own needs to improve your mental wellbeing.
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FIND YOUR true self? • Rediscover your individual identity for a happy and purposeful life
FOUR WAYS TO FEEL GROUNDED • In times of uncertainty, steady yourself with Dr Shojaii’s tips
REDISCOVERY READS
Redesign YOUR LIFE • If you’re craving a change or simply want to be happier, it’s time to take matters into your own hands, explains Faith Hill
Tired of FAKING IT? • Sometimes pretending you’re okay when deep down you’re really not can actually be the best option. We explore when to plaster on that smile and when to fess up…
Seeking professional support
Beating the blues • As well as seeking professional advice and confiding in others, there are loads of different ways we can beat or protect ourselves against low mood.
Mood for THOUGHT • Emotions all over the place? Try these tips to put a smile on your face
MOOD MIXERS • Even the smallest thing can knock us off balance…
Get appy • Master your mind with these free downloads
FEELGOOD FOODS • Nutritionist Cassandra Barns reveals her top picks…
Feeling BLUE? • If the winter months leave you low, it could mean you’re experiencing seasonal affective disorder…
YOUR SAD HANDBOOK • These five easy-to-grasp tips can help you reset the balance when seasonal sadness strikes…
HERBAL HEALERS
AM I JUST FEELING DOWN?
Sunshine suppers • Darker days mean fewer hours to get your vitamin D, vital for warding off depression. These dishes will help!
Your happiness prescription • Could you benefit from a dose of optimism? Use this positivity plan to boost your outlook on life
TAKE THE HAPPINESS HEALTH CHECK • Everyone’s path to happiness is different, but our attitude to life can smooth the journey. Look inwards to see how many of these positive mental health changes you can make day-by-day.
3 INSPIRING READS • These books will help you feel at your best
YOUR MOOD IMPROVING CARE KIT • Upgrade your supplement shelf with these ‘happy’ nutrients
GOOD MOOD FOODS • Diet plays a big role in happiness, so with the help of dietitian Helen Bond, we’ve got the foods to help you smile
3 STEPS TO SMILES • Simple ways to boost your mood throughout the day…
Gratitude IS GOOD FOR YOU • Even when it’s hard to be positive, being thankful is a great way to feel better
Why we should all KEEP A JOURNAL • Everyone, it seems, is writing down their thoughts and memories. But journaling is about so much more – it can uplift and inspire you too, says Tanya Pearey
GETTING STARTED • Worried about what to write or finding the time? Here’s how to get going…
Is everything making you ANGRY? • Feeling frustrated? Can’t tame that temper? Here’s how to get to grips with rage and reap the wellbeing benefits…
Anger-busting tactics
Are you about to BURN OUT? • Most of us have days where we feel depleted and drained, but if that’s how you feel most of the time, you may be suffering from burnout…
AVOIDING BURNOUT • Nip it in the bud and get back to feeling yourself, pronto.
ARE YOU SUFFERING? • You may be heading for burnout if you experience any of these signs and symptoms…
Simple SELF SOOTHERS • Feeling out of sorts? Gently rebalance your body and mind with these healing health tips
Eat to beat… STRESS • Frazzled? Worn out? Finding it hard to stay on top of everything?...