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To mark our 40th birthday, we launched a landmark survey investigating how nature affects mental wellbeing. Is pottering around outside better than pounding the treadmill at the g ym? Is a walk in the park as good as weeding your garden? Which British flower is the best mood-booster? The results are in…

Laughter is more than just an expression of joy and humour. A good laugh increases your oxygen intake, stimulating your organs and decreasing blood pressure. It can diffuse anger and even help you to

What if everything we’ve held as gospel about goal-getting is, in fact, way off target? Here’s the neuroscientific guide to chasing results you can actually feel good about

Uncover the joy in your life and it could make you healthier

Relaxed, rewilded and reconnected with friends, family and the world beneath our feet – that’s the spirit inspiring the way we host, holiday, dress our homes and spend our time right now

All this month’s best buys, news and must-know health and wellbeing tips