Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys has been revealed as the song that makes people happiest, according to a scientific formula developed by a university professor. The 1966 hit single ticks all the boxes in the formula devised by Dr Michael Bonshor, who has a PhD in music psychology and has researched music in relation to wellbeing extensively. …
A study of 2,000 adults found they suffer an average of eight sad days a month, with a quarter feeling at their lowest during January. Top winter gloom inducers include the weather, shorter days with dark mornings and evenings and feeling cold. Following the findings, a mood-boosting billboard has been unveiled, that dispenses light therapy to help banish the January …
More than eight in 10 adults are planning to be charitable this festive season, with a quarter doing so through acts of kindness and good deeds. A study of 2,000 adults found many will be looking to help others during the season for giving, either by donating money (35 per cent), cooking them lunch (15 per cent) or buying gifts …
Two thirds of adults will tell friends and family they’re ‘fine’ over the Christmas period, even when they’re not, according to research. The study of 2,000 people found 34 per cent are less likely to feel ok during the festive season, more than any other time of year. And 51 per cent believe others don’t want to hear about their …
England ace Raheem Sterling has revealed how he gets mentally ready for high-pressure football games, including apps to help with mental health – and watching funny YouTube videos. The Chelsea striker credits YouTube for lightening the mood during high pressured situations and said: “One of my favourite apps to get ready for a game is YouTube. I like to escape …
Three quarters of Brits admit they are lacking joy in their lives, despite 78 per cent saying little lifts help to add a bit of ‘oomph’ during tough times. Research of 2000 adults found two fifths blame their lacklustre feelings on the ongoing challenges with the cost-of-living crisis. However, 61 per cent are actively looking to inject more pleasure into …
George the Poet, who opened the BBC’s coverage of Harry and Meghan’s wedding, is among a group of writers aiming to inspire the nation to stay positive during lockdown. The 30-year-old, whose real name is George Mpanga, is one of six poets, authors and artists from across the globe taking part in the ‘Short Moving Stories (SMS)’ campaign. …
By Allison Sadlier // SWNS w/ VIDEO & INFOGRAPHIC Four in five parents confessed to doing a complete lifestyle-180 after having kids, according to new research. The survey of parents with children 0-18 examined the changes people make to their lives both minor and drastic when they have children. Sixty-eight percent confessed they worry their children would think …
By Zoya Gervis // SWNS w/ VIDEO & INFOGRAPHIC Looking for ways to clear your head? According to a new survey, getting out into nature, hitting the beach and getting some more zzz’s are the best ways to de-stress, especially during this quarantine fog. A poll of 2,000 Americans found half (50%) simply enjoy getting out in nature …
The average adult has seen their stress and anxiety levels rise by almost 50 per cent in recent weeks – with those aged over 60 seeing the biggest increase. A study of 2,000 adults found that before the lockdown, an average of 59 minutes a day was spent feeling under pressure or worried about things such as work, …
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