Caroline McMillan-Davey Had your heart broken? We’ve all been there. Whether you believe in the notion of a ‘soul mate’ or not, having the person you put your trust in not be there for you when you need them, can be heart-wrenching. It’s unlikely this is done on purpose, but it hurts just as bad….
how to help men with depression
image We all know the frightening statistics for depression. But they are even more frightening for men, with suicide now being the leading cause of death for men under 45 in the UK. This is partly believed to be because men are less able to show their feelings. So if they feel crumbled under life’s…
get children interested in trees
image Trees are wonderful ‘living statues’ that help to reverse climate change (by giving out oxygen and taking in carbon dioxide), give homes to wildlife, provide free food (fruit, nuts) and reduce heat island effect (cool temperatures in cities). Yet many children know more about reality TV stars than trees on their own doorstep in…
how to practice the art of patience
Jo Grundy Patience is something that most of us could do more with. Modern life means everything has to be delivered in an instant. People want immediate answers, results, delivery and relationships. But in truth, most good things take time. If you want to learn something of worth, you’re likely going to have to spend…