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Footballers In Retirement: The Mental Health Myth It is commonly perceived that when footballers retire their lives begin a downward trajectory. From childhood up until their mid to late 30s, they have had just one objective: play football. Without such a distinct purpose to life, they are said to fill the void with many vices. … Read more

Motivation Is Not The Only Way There are few habits that have as many physical and mental health benefits as exercise. While there are many people who have the exercise habit nailed, many of us just can’t seem to crack it, despite our best intentions. There has been more written about motivation than just about … Read more

When it comes to mental health, the focus has always been very much on the mind. We are regularly told that it’s our thoughts that determine how we feel, and how we respond to and cope with stress. But it turns out that that’s not the full story. Nowhere near. Recent developments in neuroscience mean … Read more

The science of happiness There was a time when happiness was considered a ‘fluffy’ subject not worthy of attention from those in academia. However, with more people currently suffering from mental health issues than ever before, understanding what factors contribute to emotional well-being has become a top priority for some of the top establishments of … Read more