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Meditation, hypnosis, mindfulness – our favourite motivation guru reveals the tools you can use to beat a burnout

There's a lot to be said for putting on your slippers, ignoring your to-do list and switching off – but it never comes without that unwanted feeling of guilt. Sound familiar? Here's why the idyllic art of being idle is something you should never feel bad about

Get your creative juices flowing and write your way to better wellbeing

We’ve all been guilty of showing that Labrador puppy passing on the street a little too much attention, and as a nation we just can’t get enough of our cuddly canines, but does the term ‘man’s best friend’ extend to our workout spaces? Taking your dog to yoga is a trend taking the nation by storm – providing wellness benefits as well as the perfect doggydaycare solution to your gym trip. It really is giving puppy training a whole new meaning!

Our favourite motivation guru questions whether self-compassion is the key to happiness

They happen to us all and are an inevitable part of life – so why do we give ourselves such a hard time when we make a mistake? Bella Zanesco, author of Smart Girls Screw Up Too, tells us how to embrace mess ups and cope with the emotional downfall

Got a short fuse in the lead up to Christmas? We’ve rounded up the best tips and tricks to help you through the big day