Psychologies

First launched in 1970, Psychologies magazine has always been about ensuring you reach your potential - focusing on what’s really important in life. Written by experts in mental health and wellbeing, Psychologies is the go-to magazine for those who want to get the perfect balance between mind and body. With thought-provoking articles that cover all aspects of life, from home and family to work and travel, Psychologies celebrates modern, confident women who want to excel in all areas of their life. Psychologies magazine is published in nine countries, including the UK, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Russia, China, Romania and Mexico - helping thousands of women maintain a healthy mind, body and life. Written for women who want an inspiring read that gives them more than just fashion and beauty, you’ll love your digital subscription to Psychologies magazine.

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Psychologies

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The Science of Wellbeing: Forget willpower, try tapping into this inbuilt superpower for greater health • Each month, Ali Roff Farrar explores the deep and mysterious realms of psychology and neuroscience, to help us understand and reach greater levels of wellbeing in body and mind...

Your Letters • What’s on your mind this month?

Doing NYE my way! • From snacking on M&S canapés to crying with a film and comfy PJs, end the year how you want — no FOMO required!

‘Losing our minds, coming to our senses.’ • The ‘nation’s therapist’ reflects on emotional labour, self-awareness, and unfinished selves.

Inventing a new way to understand ourselves • Kim’s client Alice reveals her artistic side — and the ‘new language’ she has created to help her make sense of her beautiful brain.

CLEAR THE emotional clutter • Growing up in a London suburb in the 1980s, the reality TV programme Antiques Roadshow heralded the start of every Sunday evening. In a house filled with conflict and chaos, it symbolised the one passion my parents shared — old stuff that could unlock cash. And every time an antiques expert told someone that an old, innocuous item was worth thousands, it justified the burgeoning levels of bric-a-brac in our already-cluttered home.

Wintering: SCANDI STYLE • No matter how gruesome it gets, no weather is too bad for a Scandinavian to embrace. Here’s how to make the cold and dark an ally – not an enemy.

The ONE resolution YOU REALLY NEED THIS JANUARY… • The New Year arrives in a rush of good intentions. New planners. Gym trials. Fresh notebooks. Whole aisles of ‘clean slates’, all ready to be purchased for a small fee, of course.

WHEN JEALOUSY GOES TOO FAR • We all know what it’s like to see someone with something we wish we had, or to experience a small stab of envy when you hear about a friend’s promotion or new car. But romantic jealousy? That’s something else. And morbid jealousy? That’s a whole different ball game.

THE BALLET OF BECOMING: Gracefully navigating life’s pitfalls • Sometimes staying grounded and dancing with the system can transform even our hardest moments...

Head in the CLOUDS? • As the old adage goes, you can’t solve a problem on the level it was created. So, it stands to reason that you can’t think your way out of brain fog. Instead, put your feelings first, and take a multi-pronged approach.

OTHER PEOPLE’S STRESS... isn’t yours to carry • Whether you’re at home or work, visiting with friends or catching up with family, the start of the year can stir up old emotions and leave us feeling a little off-kilter. Because New Year’s stress doesn’t just come from the dark, the weather or even the lack of cash — it’s also from the people around us.

Slow down, let yourself breathe • Jackee Holder shows how taking your time while writing helps you cultivate presence, reflection, and a...