Happiness is… well, nobody’s really sure

Psychologists believe 50 per cent of our happiness is determined by genes and 10 per cent by our life circumstances, which leaves 40 per cent dependent on the activities and habits we repeat daily. Can our writer, Kim Willis , transform her life as simply as A-B-C?

How our ancient brains evolved the perfect way to keep us safe by controlling the chemicals in our minds to moderate our behaviour

You’re not depressed, but neither are you excited by life. So what can you do about it?

Much of what we don’t understand about being human is simply in our heads. The brain is a befuddling organ, as are the very questions of life and death, consciousness, sleep, and much more

You may not have the ability to change other people but you do have the power to improve your relationship with them

Sadness is a natural part of life, so how can we learn to face up to it, without turning away?