The crucial art of mourning
The death of loved ones can cause conflict as well as sadness. But practicing life's little losses can help.
Why virtual reality makes us anxious
I'm no luddite but there's something to understand in our worries about screens and technology
How was Valentine's for you?
The saint's day reminds us that love is not just about lovers, but spiritual soulmates.
Forget resolutions. Tolerate your now.
Living in a hoped-for future denies us the place of change, which is found in the present moment.
Messages of angels
Christmas is the season of angels. So what can we make of them, and their voices, today?
The gift of the winter solstice
December feels like a dark, cold month but it can be a time to discover an inner light
How to survive family at Christmas
The season of goodwill can also be a season of personal struggle, and a chance to understand why.
Hyper-happiness is making us ill.
Depression is the illness of the achievement age. We need the power of negative psychology.
Mindfulness and Psychotherapy: Complementary Practices
Mindfulness is a powerful technique and therein lies its dangers. People may find psychotherapy greatly helps their practice.
Fall in love. Be wise.
If you’ve ever fallen in love, you’ve already discovered the essence of philosophy...
Idleness is a crucial spiritual virtue
We live in an time that values achieving, improving, working at, having goals. But ancient wisdom traditions teach that, actually, laziness and ease can take you further...
Beauty is Truth, Truth Beauty. Yes. But Beware
The British Museum's new exhibition on the body beautiful is gorgeous. But it seems to miss beauty's dangers.
Freedom of speech is a mental state too
The role of the inner censor hasn't been much discussed since the atrocities in Paris, though it has a crucial part to play in our freedom
Back To Work
This week, many people are returning to work after the break. It can be a struggle, so what's the meaning of work?
The Meaning of the Last Days of the Year
The days around the new year feel slower, allowing shadows and dreams to emerge, be felt.
Why We Go Home At Christmas
Work stops. Shops close. People travel home. It's not always easy. So what draws us back to difficult families and tricky days at this time of year?