A moment that changed me: I was divorced, broke and alone – but I turned my life around with a list

The silence in the flat was deafening. Having lost almost everything in my divorce, it was now just me in a basement studio flat with black mould. I had no TV, no sofa and the wifi wasn’t set up. I sat at a cheap folding table and made a list. Since my life was no longer going to be the way I had planned – marriage, kids, a dog, a late-Victorian terrace in a country town – I was going to try something else. I was going to do all the things on my...

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors

What you can do now to prevent a stroke in the future, according to doctors - How to lower your stroke risk at every age

8 colorful small living room ideas that will brighten, not overwhelm your space

These colorful small living room ideas are equally chic and cheery. Brighten up a dreary space with personality and expert-approved decor inspiration.

Best art for bathrooms to stylishly decorate your space

Best art for bathrooms to stylishly decorate your space - For the most striking of salle de bains

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year

Best petite summer dresses UK that we'll be wearing this year - Floaty frocks for those 5ft4 and under

I dreamed of travelling while working remotely — then it became my nightmare

The digital nomad lifestyle is not all it's cracked up to be.

This Noughties It-Bag Is About To Be Everywhere

It's official: this roomy, slouchy Y2k tote is back.

‘I’m 31, earn £60k and buy 1,000 tea bags every other month. This is how I spend my money’

Email [email protected] if you would like to take part in How I Spend My Money. All our subjects are genuine but anonymous. I was born in a very sleepy town. Growing up I knew we weren’t well off, but we never went without. I never thought of myself as coming from a working class family until I went to university, and realised that my parents i...

The table manners under threat from Gen Z – and why we shouldn’t give them up

Elbows off the table was a reflex drilled into me by my grandmother. Even mid-conversation or while ladling out gravy, she had a preternatural ability to detect a joint grazing the tablecloth and would mete out her stern warning instantly. It appears generations following hers aren’t so punctilious. New research finds table manners are a thing of t...

How much to save for retirement – according to your lifestyle

Whether retirement is just around the corner, or decades away, one worrying truth remains the same – you’re probably not saving enough for it. Despite auto-enrolment pension reforms, which set up qualifying employees with a workplace pension and overall contributions of 8pc, most workers are still not saving enough for a comfortable retirement – an...

Ever wondered how many calories you should eat daily? Presenting your personalised formula

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Makeup artist Bobbi Brown shares 4 easy tips for women over 40

Beauty tips for a busy life from a makeup pro.

This Guy Lost 80 Pounds and Gained Discipline Through Yoga

Zach Wolf never thought he'd be in a yoga studio in the first place

How to be frugal: Easy money-saving hacks from people who’ve mastered cutting back

How to be frugal: Easy money-saving hacks from people who’ve mastered cutting back - Living more frugally could reduce stress and help your money go further.

Thanks to Challengers, the tenniscore fashion trend is winning both on and off court

It’s time to serve some seriously chic lewks both on and off court

I never know what to do with my long hair, but since getting the 'concave cut' my daily styling routine has been so much easier

I'll never get 'just a trim' ever again

The ‘island of immortals’ where residents regularly live past 100

Tough guy Jason Fox’s 13 tactics you’ll need to thrive in midlife

Everyday life can be uneventful. The kind of strength we need to weather life’s challenges doesn’t feel very applicable when you are busy sleep-walking through another average week. Who has time for a big adventure when there’s the daily grind to be dealt with? Maybe adventure is just for other people. People like Jason Fox, aka Foxy from SAS: Who ...

How many litres of water should you drink a day?

Spoiler alert: It's more than you think...

Lyme Regis: a real taste of the Dorset coast with an exciting new food scene

Lyme Regis’s charms have always been resolutely genteel and old-fashioned, from its sedate regency seafront to its fondness for fossil shops and all things antique and literary. It is a seaside town that has never felt the need to play to the hipster crowd, thanks partly to such distinguished and familiar history: home to 19th-century palaeontologist Mary Anning; John Fowles lived here, immortalising the Cobb breakwater in The French...

Meet prize-winning painter Frances Bell: 'I wanted to be a traditional artist – that was my passion'

Meet prize-winning painter Frances Bell: 'I wanted to be a traditional artist – that was my passion' - The artist on how she went from the stereotype of ‘starving in a garret’ to one of the most in-demand portraitists in Britain

‘We live in the best house in the world’: five design experts on how to live better in small homes

Australia has some of the largest homes in the world. Many who do live small aspire to one day live big. But around the world, limited space is not always seen as a sacrifice. From Sweden, where the average size of an apartment is 68 sq metres, to Hong Kong’s micro flats as small as 18 sq metres, globally architects are used to getting creative with tight spaces – they must let as much light in and offer individuals and families the same...

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier

Scientists say these 10 habits will make you happier -

Six surprising things that increase your heart health risk

Smoking, an unhealthy diet and a lack of exercise are all bad habits that harm the heart. But beyond these obvious red flags, there are other factors that can dramatically raise our risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke. Vaping While smoking is one of the main factors that raise the likelihood of heart disease, vaping isn’t a risk-free alterna...

26 of the Biggest Style Icons of All Time

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What stress really does to your body – and how to stop it making you sick

If stress dominates your life,  you’re not alone. In a global survey for World Mental Health Day in October 2023, 56 per cent of UK residents said they had felt so stressed in the past year it affected how they lived their lives, and 52 per cent had felt so stressed they felt they could not cope. The cost of living, world events and post-pandemic h...

49 living room ideas: latest trends and easy decor updates

These living room ideas come with comfy surprises and modern flair, so you can relax and unwind in a revamped sitting room space.

‘After years of failed fad diets + workouts, I started lifting weights'

'At 43, it changed everything'

Women benefit more than men from same amount of regular exercise – study

Women experience greater benefits than men from the same amount of regular exercise, research suggests when it comes to avoiding an early grave. According to the NHS, men and women aged 19 to 64 should clock up at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise, or 75 of vigorous exercise a week, with muscle-strengthening activities at least twice a week. However, studies have shown girls and women tend to do less physical activity than boys and men. Now...

Don’t quit booze – just drink differently: 15 ways to change your life without trying all that hard

1. Don’t give up alcohol – experiment with drinking differently Dr Richard Piper, CEO of Alcohol Change UK The most important thing with alcohol is to get into a situation where you are happy with your drinking. I used to be a very heavy drinker: 60-90 units a week. I can’t tell you how life-changing cutting down has been. To me, life is in colour without drinking, whereas before it was very grey and drab. I would encourage a sense of...

Why Mark Sisson is Radically Changing his Diet to Live Longer

Use Code THOMAS20 for 20% off House of Macadamias: http://houseofmacadamias.com/Thomas Why Mark Sisson Changed his Diet to Live Longer Check out Mark's new shoe brand, Peluva: https://peluva.com/ Be sure to check out more of Mark's content here: https://www.marksdailyapple.com/ Follow Mark on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marksissonprimal/ This video does contain a paid partnership with a brand that helps to support this channel. It is because of brands like this that we are able to provide the content that we do for free. Click HERE to Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/c/ThomasDeLauerOfficial?sub_confirmation=1 Please check out the new Shorts channel, DeLauer Clips and Workouts, here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQPQImPsw74KhO0Zy2-leyA/videos Please Subscribe to my Email Newsletter Here: https://www.thomasdelauer.com/life-optimization-tactics/ Follow More of My Daily Life on Instagram: http://www.Instagram.com/ThomasDeLauer Timestamps ⏱ 0:00 - Intro 1:41 - Use Code THOMAS20 for 20% off House of Macadamias! 2:27 - Prioritizing Protein 8:53 - How Mark's Workout Style Has Changed 12:21- Mark's Current Fat Intake 15:12 - Collagen Benefits 21:13 - Peptides & Stem Cells 25:18 - Stretching 26:21 - Hydration 32:03 - Where to Find More of Mark's Content

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The healthy way to lose six kilos if you’re a man

It’s a figure as uncompromising as the average Briton’s: obesity is now costing the UK almost £100billion a year. Analysis from the Tony Blair Institute published last week described the “sick and impoverished nation” our excess weight is creating, amounting to four per cent of the GDP - that has seen an additional 6kg added to men’s waistlines ove...

What you can do every night to prevent irritable bowel syndrome

What you can do every night to prevent irritable bowel syndrome - Study finds leading healthy lifestyle strongly linked to lower chance of developing condition

Habits that destroy our mental health

There are certain psychological habits that often prevent us from living fully and feeling ourselves. They destroy us from within and affect our health and quality of life, according to Mentoly. Contradicting one's own feelings Denying or avoiding one's own emotions can lead to a deterioration of mental health and depression. Advice: Allow yourself...

Vegetarian diet: health benefits & tips

Vegetarian diet: health benefits & tips By Kerry Torrens – Nutritionist Nutritionist Kerry Torrens explains what constit...

Being lonely ‘may increase risk of heart disease in diabetes patients’

Being lonely ‘may increase risk of heart disease in diabetes patients’ - Scientists have found it to be a bigger risk factor for heart disease than diet, exercise, smoking and depression.

Forget about short shorts, culottes are the style you need this season

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The slow-carb diet may help with weight loss, but is it safe?

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5 Mindset Shifts to Change Your Life

Become an AOI Member! ► https://www.artofimprovement.co.uk/member/ What if I told you that the biggest obstacle to your success and happiness might just be your own mindset? It's a bold statement, but this video shows how small changes in the way you think can lead to monumental shifts in your life's trajectory. This isn't about overhauling everything you know; it's about tweaking your perspective to unlock doors you didn't even realise were closed. BONUS CONTENT 🎁 Here's the PDF summary of this week's video: https://email.artofimprovement.co.uk/5-mindset-shifts-to-change-your-life WATCH THESE NEXT 🍿 1. How to Build the Most Powerful Mindset for Success https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j-oEUihUipM 2. This is How to Do Things You Don't Want to Do https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvOHi6Hb3-A 3. You don't need more than two years https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKcHX_5dxdI 📧 Free Newsletter: https://email.artofimprovement.co.uk/ SOCIALS 🎙️ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-audio-of-improvement/id1589139135 🌐 Website: https://www.artofimprovement.co.uk/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art.of.improvement/ 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/the-art-of-improvement/ 👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArtOfImprovement 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/TheArtOfImprove 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the.art.of.improvement ABOUT ME Hey 👋 Welcome to AOI! I'm your guide on this journey of self-discovery and growth. My mission is to share thought-provoking ideas, practical life skills, and inspirational stories to assist you in building a life filled with fulfillment, productivity, and creativity. Let's explore together the art of becoming our best selves! 🕒 TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Intro 0:37 Mindset Shift 1 2:35 Mindset Shift 2 4:33 Mindset Shift 3 6:02 Mindset Shift 4 7:59 Mindset Shift 5 📈 SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtofImprovement

6 thoughts and actions that only amplify anxiety and worry

Not to worry and be nervous is absolutely normal, albeit very unpleasant. But sometimes anxiety and concern can be so toxic that it hinders one's ability to carry on with daily activities. Our habits and thoughts can exacerbate the situation. Huffpost shares habits that intensify our anxiety and worry. Black-and-white thinking It is also known as "...

How to refresh a small living room — 5 easy tips designers swear by

Want to find out how to refresh a small living room? We've spoken with designers to find out how to give yours a new look, and picked out beautiful buys

"I debunk wellness misinformation for a living… So, why did I fall for it?"

Given my career, I thought I’d be the last person duped by rogue wellness influencers. And yet…

USA vs UK: Which country has the better lifestyle?

After Douglas Carswell gave his experience of living in the US as a Brit, Telegraph readers took to the comments section to share their take on life in America. Readers, many of whom have lived in both the US and the UK, admired the lifestyle of Americans, including their healthcare system and career ambitions. Meanwhile, others praised the politen...

I’m 60 – and want to live to 100. Will my years of drinking and inactivity be a problem?

I am sitting in a consulting room, talking through the results of an unusually thorough health check. The doctor seems happy with most of them, but he lingers on the squiggly lines of my ECG – a chart of the electrical signals in my heart. He’s found something called a “prolonged PR interval”. I’m very happily married to a PR, so this sounds quite pleasant, but then he explains that P and R are points on the squiggly lines, and that I probably...

Joe Wicks: ‘Spending 15 minutes on small daily wins can change your life’

Joe Wicks: ‘Spending 15 minutes on small daily wins can change your life’ - INTERVIEW : The celebrity fitness coach and presenter chats to Hannah Twiggs about the inspiration behind his new book, the benefits of his ‘small daily wins’ philosophy and his tips for improving both our mental and physical health

I Did it My Way: Zita Cobb, founder of Canada's Fogo Island Inn

I Did it My Way: Zita Cobb, founder of Canada's Fogo Island Inn - In our new sustainable travel icons column, Zita Cobb of Fogo Island Inn reveals how creating a sustainable luxury hotel resulted in a new economic engine for a remote island destination

23 backyard ideas and landscaping inspiration for a stunning outdoor space –in all seasons

From fire pits to vegetable gardens and hard landscaping tips, these backyard ideas will deliver year-round interest to create a cool, convivial spot.

I've given up on my career goals after having kids

Now I have two children, my life is no longer solely about fighting for the next rung on the career ladder.

Understanding anxiety: Behaviors not to take personally

Sometimes, people experience anxiety sporadically. Typically, worry due to specific events or everyday concerns lasts briefly, from a few minutes to a few days. It's important to understand situations where getting upset with someone isn't necessary, as there are specific reasons for this, according to the "How are you?" psychological community on ...