We share the incredible stories of three people with learning disabilities who are embracing literature as a way to improve the wellbeing of themselves and others…
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Dame Jacqueline Wilson on Tackling Tough Topics in Children's Fiction
As the legendary children’s author (and her most well-loved character) make a literary return, Happiful chats exclusively to Dame Jacqueline Wilson about Tracy Beaker, tackling tough topics, and how her stories never shy away from the difficult aspects of family life…
Ones to Watch in 2019
Here are our fabulous five mental health heroes to watch out for in 2019 – people demonstrating courage, making outstanding progress, and doing it on behalf of others…
Jack Monroe: Tastes like therapy
Known for being cost-savvy, author and activist Jack Monroe is the food writer focused on ensuring we all can eat well, even on a tight budget. She talks to us about cooking as therapy, achieving the perfect day, and what good mental health looks like to her……
Happiful Reads: 3 Inspiring Books for Busy Young Minds
Finding good books for kids is easy. Finding great books that are not only engaging, but help them to feel more confident, self-assured, and happy? That can be a challenge. We share three books for kids 7+ that promote happiness, positive emotional and mental health in fun ways.…
This is My Song: harnessing the healing power of music
As the BBC One show returns for a second episode, we catch up with one of the inspirational participants featured this week to find out more about what the experience means to him…
5 Mental Health Documentaries to Add to Your Watch List
Capturing the story and portraying it accurately – the essentials of any good documentary. When it comes to our wellbeing, some pieces tread one step further. Educational, insightful, and treating mental health with sensitivity, here are our top five picks to watch this winter…
What is Hygge?
There is no direct equivalent in the English language, but it roughly encompasses a feeling of cosiness and wellbeing.…
Lobella Loves: Love to switch off
In the digital age, it’s all too easy to become a slave to social media, particularly when more and more of us are utilising it to build our brands, and follow our passions. How can we switch off? We chat to Jo Love about the perils of burnout, screen time sabbaticals, and Therapy Thursdays…