LISTEN: The mindful nature practice helping people relax in London
Shinrin-yoku, or Forest bathing, is growing in popularity across London as more people look for alternative and low-cost methods to
LISTEN: The power of paying attention to birdsong – lessons in wellbeing from a Richmond Park bird watching group
Birdsong is synonymous with a sense of calm. But you should pay closer attention to birdsong if you want to
Richmond’s 15 loneliness benches and NHS GP link workers are on the same streets — research shows why connecting them matters
Loneliness kills an estimated 100 people every hour worldwide, the WHO found in 2025. In Richmond, two programmes are fighting
LISTEN: How does Dry January impact the struggling hospitality industry?
It’s been estimated that 1 in 3 Brits are axing the booze for Dry January this year, according to its
LISTEN: How Berkshire’s community bands are boosting mental wellbeing
Community bands and orchestras across Berkshire are providing potentially vital mental health support during the darker winter months. Project Band
Education leads children’s mental health support but young adults face ‘patchwork landscape’ of provision
Education is the leading source of mental health support for children aged 8 to 16, but slips to third place
Ice baths and cold-water plunges might be making you eat more
Weight loss benefits of ice baths and other cold-water plunges are being called into question as a new study reveals they could lead to eating more after a dip.
Tackling mental health surge: how ‘We Can Talk’ is empowering NHS Staff
With NHS mental health demand at record level, “We Can Talk” is transforming how hospital staff respond to mental health
Weapon possession fears force young Brits to change their routine
Four-fifths of young Brits do not think they will be attacked by someone with a weapon but will change their
Pilates and yoga exceed pre-pandemic participation levels
The number of participants in pilates and yoga have exceeded their pre-pandemic levels, after peaking during the pandemic, according to
Croydon Council launches new health and wellbeing programme
Croydon South London, SWLondoner Journalist