Stress
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In Search of Silver
This walk takes place in mid-March, starting in Druidale, in the central hills of the Isle of Man. As Spring awakes, something too awakes in me. A fresh breeze stirs in my chest, and I feel the need to get out there, into nature. As much, in fact, as is humanly possible.
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Of skylarks and cottongrass
The weather has broken, but that’s okay. Sometimes the island is at its most beautiful when the churning, brooding clouds sweep in across the sea like Nature’s cloak. Today, the land is cast in a muted, diffuse light. No need for sunglasses. I can see the colours of the landscape as they truly are.
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Stop and smell the roses (and the wildflowers too!)
This picture was taken the other day as I was on a quick stroll. Oxeye Daisies never fail to uplift. A couple of years ago I might have appreciated wildflowers with only my eyes. These days, I also take a moment to appreciate their scent…
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Casting shade…
The more you judge, the worse you feel. Research shows that developing a non-judgemental attitude significantly improves our happiness and general well-being.
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How I boosted my immune system and reduced morning anxiety
Okay, I didn’t think in a million years I’d be recommending this tip, and yet here I am. But I can tell you now, this one habit has made a huge difference to my daily life—in a variety of crucial areas.
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How perceived time pressure affects our lives
If you feel pressed for time on a daily basis, then you’re probably experiencing time poverty, and it’s a huge problem in society.
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How to feel happier in the face of constant bad news
We can be forgiven for thinking, like so many generations throughout history, that the state of the world has never been so dire, and that it is approaching an existential brink. But the underlying facts paint a very different picture—one that gives us plenty of reasons to be hopeful.
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What if you realised a huge chunk of your stress could be avoided?
Each month, millions of people log online and ask, “How can I feel less stressed?” I think what they actually mean is, “How can I feel less stressed without changing anything?” But here’s the crux: if your life is stressful, then feeling less stressed may really require changing how you live.
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The same landscape at four scales: a mindful postcard
Sometimes, it feels as if you have wandered into a dream. And that’s exactly what I felt as I was walking in woodland yesterday…
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With Meaning Weekly Newsletter – 9 Apr 2025
The good weather has been continuing here on the island, and I’ve been lucky enough to get out a few times this week and get into nature. April really seems like the month of yellow. Celandine, dandelions, marsh marigold, primroses, and the last remaining daffodils seem to dominate the verges. I hope you’ve managed to…
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How a tiny figurine can help you reduce stress
One of the most effective ways I’ve found to cement good habits is using small figurines, totems or jewelry that represent the qualities I want to develop. It might sound a little unorthodox, but it’s been a real game-changer for me.
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Living With Meaning, Weekly – 2 Apr 2025
There’s lots of exciting things in this Wednesday’s edition, including a five-minute guided meditation where I whisk you away to an idyllic sea view on the edge of a cliff, an article on how to cement those well-intentioned good habits we all try and establish, and a breathing exercise to try. And more!
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