Happiness found in the garden
Gardeners are happier than non-gardeners and less likely to display signs associated with unhappiness or depression, a survey suggests. Silver Surfers reports that the poll of 1,500 UK adults for Gardeners’ World magazine found that gardeners score higher than the...UK banker, 65, attempts to run 200marathons in 200 days
Steve James, from Devon, hits halfway mark in circuit of Great Britain’s coast as scientists monitor impact of extreme feat. The Guardian reports that the first fortnight was tough – terrible blisters, a flare of gout that needed a visit to A&E and the rapid...The great outdoors: Nature’s secret to feeling fantastic after 50
There’s something magical about the feel of sunshine on your face or the sound of birds chattering overhead. It’s not just about taking a stroll – it’s about reconnecting with the world outside our front doors. And for those of us proudly over 50, with a few...Staying positive ‘can cut the risk of memory loss in middle-age’
People with high levels of wellbeing reported a greater sense of control, independence and freedom to make choices than other people. Staying positive can cut the risk of memory loss in middle age, a 16-year study suggests. Researchers tracked more than 10,000 people...Gong baths and a naked sauna: My search for inner peace at Glastonbury
The festival can feel like 24/7 sensory overload, but it does have a more tranquil side. The quest for tranquility in the world’s least tranquil place can lead you to unexpected places. On a baking hot Glastonbury day, I am sitting in a 90C sauna surrounded by 10...Ourplace News
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