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Wellness

“Solo travel is the opposite of addiction. You’re present in the world”

Celebrity sober coach Bob Marier says quitting alcohol has transformed his life, opening up a whole new world of adventure and connection.

Bob Marier 30th August 2024 8 min read

Wellness

Sober curious? The unexpected joys of travelling alcohol-free

After giving up alcohol, writer Maggie Downs welcomed in a world of early morning yoga and geothermal swims.

Maggie Downs 29th August 2024 8 min read

Mental Health

Hiking in the hills of Cumbria turned me from an addict into a fell-loving foodie

Camp-stove cook, Harrison Ward – aka “Fell Foodie” – describes how hiking in the great outdoors helped him kick the booze for good.

Harrison Ward 29th August 2024 8 min read

Wellness

“I avoided mirrors for 20 years so I wouldn’t see my own baldness”

Alopecia activist Laura Mathias lived most of her adult life in fear and shame of her hair loss. But everything changed when she posted her first bald selfie.

Laura Mathias 26th June 2024 8 min read

Wellness

Power of play: everyday activities to help you leave work stress behind

Shake off your work day by tapping the transformative power of a micro-adventure.

Anna Brech 12th June 2024 8 min read

Mental Health

I became Insta-famous with dog videos during the lowest moment of my life

TikTok star Charlie, of Life Like Charlie, was reeling from the traumatic loss of his Dad when a video of his dog Nala took the internet by storm.

Charlie from Life Like Charlie 30th May 2024 8 min read

Wellness

Feeling anxious about group solo travel? Short stays could be the answer

Dip your toe in the waters of group solo travel with Flash Pack’s new Short Stay Adventures.

Anna Brech 8th May 2024 8 min read

Wellness

I’ve struggled with weight my whole life. But a trip to Iceland changed everything

Solo traveller Jessica Hruby worried she was too big to hike a glacier in Iceland – she couldn’t have been more wrong…

Jessica Hruby 3rd April 2024 8 min read

Wellness

After resigning from my job, a trip to Bali made me feel alive again

Olga Petrova was struggling to find joy in life, despite her high-flying career. The time had come for a significant change…

Olga Petrova 1st March 2024 8 min read

Wellness

My trip to Argentina taught me to stop obsessing about traditional milestones in life

A group trip to Argentina helped Alice Best look beyond conventional markers of “success”.

Anna Brech 28th February 2024 8 min read

Mental Health

I lost my husband and worked as a Covid nurse: then travel gave me joy back

After facing a series of huge personal challenges, Summer Wrenn tried solo travel to revive her sense of self.

Summer Wrenn 7th February 2024 8 min read

Wellness

Big joy: how to light up your life with “micro-acts” of kindness and connection

Aka, simple ways to feel a little happier and more connected in day-to-day life.

Anna Brech 30th November 2023 8 min read

Mental Health

Here’s why taking a mental health day can be good for you

Taking a day off work for your mental health can be good for you, but it’s important to know how to make the most of it. Here’s how…

Sandra Walker 13th November 2023 8 min read

Mental Health

This is what happens to anxiety when we spend time with friends

One conversation a day with an empathetic listener can help to dial down stress.

Anna Brech 26th October 2023 8 min read

Wellness

The big chill: 4 helpful things I wish I’d known before the age of 40

Relax, lean out and embrace the unexpected: how turning 40 is an invitation to stop with the endless grind.

Anna Brech 17th July 2023 8 min read

Wellness

What is the perimenopause and how does it affect women’s health?

On average, the perimenopause lasts for three to four years, usually starting in the mid to late 40s. But what is it?

Gita Mishra 1st June 2023 8 min read

Mental Health

Loneliness is contagious – here’s how to beat it

Being lonely isn’t just a feeling. It can also ignite behaviours that perpetuate the cycle. Here’s how to recognise the signs and escape it.

Dr. Olivia Remes 1st June 2023 8 min read

Mental Health

Taking a mental health break from work: the why and the how

Research has proved that rest positively boosts our productivity. Here’s how and why you should consider taking time a mental health break from work.

Anna Brech 31st May 2023 8 min read

Wellness

I’m an introverted extrovert. Here’s how it’s allowed me to thrive in groups

Knowing how you get your energy enables you to use it effectively, says Talk Club founder, Ben Akers

Ben Akers 26th April 2023 8 min read

Mental Health

Why asking for help from my community was a leap of faith that paid off

Founder of The Book of Man, Martin Robinson, sent out a signal on social media recently – and was surprised by the response.

Martin Robinson 1st March 2023 8 min read

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