4 d. ago The truth about stress: from the benefits of the ‘good kind’ to the exercise that only makes it worse

The authors of a new book explain why understanding the science of stress can help us manage it betterTrue (up to a point)The way stress manifests is very much bodily, centred around hormones such as cortisol and their effect on us. But this process is triggered by the brain (notably the amygdala and the hypothalamus) and the way our brains react to stress is often set in early childhood, even in the womb. Pregnant women who experience extreme stress can give birth to infants who react more strongly to stress hormones – with increasing evidence suggesting that this causes modifications to the baby’s DNA. Self-actualising your way out of stress is difficult – not least because the causes might be serious and inescapable – but not always impossible. Some studies have shown that if you tell people they are the sort of person who doesn’t feel stress, they experience fewer symptoms. One US study found that teenagers growing up with worries about violent crime in a deprived part of Chicag...

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7 d. ago What Alesha Dixon’s hair stylist would do to avoid frizz on rainy days

Rain doesn’t have to ruin your hair. Here, some top hairstylists share their tips

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7 d. ago 6 quick and easy laundry hacks you'll wish you knew sooner, from a self

To help you feel less overwhelmed and get you excited to put on your next wash, we asked online cleaning expert Laura Mountford to share six user-friendly laundry tips.

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8 d. ago Hit Blizzard video game tipped for 'Netflix treatment' TV show as fans share hopes

One industry insider has suggested that one Blizzard franchise is getting a Netflix adaptation, despite talks between both parties seemingly falling through a few years ago

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1 week ago Plan your menu, get kids involved and be realistic: how to pack better school lunches

Guardian readers share their tips and tricks for cutting down food waste when packing school lunchesChange by degrees offers life hacks and sustainable living tips each Saturday to help reduce your household’s carbon footprintGot a question or tip for reducing household emissions? Email us at changebydegrees@theguardian.comParents of school-age children have their work cut out for them when it comes to providing good nutrition, particularly where school lunches are concerned. But with a bit of planning, there are ways to pack a lunch that gets eaten and reduce waste in the process. Here, readers share their tips for better packed lunches and ways to cut waste. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Stress Awareness Month 2025: 5 expert tips for managing workspace anxiety and work related stress causes

Small changes can make a difference in reducing stress and improving your well-being 😰

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2 w. ago Kirstie Allsopp shares advice for young people on 'how to get on in business'

The Location, Location, Location star and property expert from London, 53, took to X/ Twitter on Tuesday to share her top tips for making it in the workplace.

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2 w. ago North Lanarkshire Council offering free ‘Study Leave’ membership to help senior school pupils manage exam stress

From April 25 until May 30, all S4-S6 pupils in the area can enjoy free access to gyms, swimming pools and fitness classes at 12 venues.

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3 w. ago Five stress management tips from entrepreneurs as we enter Stress Awareness Month

April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to take charge of your wellbeing.

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3 w. ago Easter recipes: Six star chefs share their top tips for a perfect lunch

From braised lamb to hot cross buns cooked into the ultimate banoffee pudding, six of the country’s best chefs share their Easter favourites

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3 w. ago Gardener's 'brilliant trick' to keep slugs away from plants by dehydrating them

Horticulturist and TV gardening expert David Domoney appeared on ITV This Morning to share his top tips for deterring slugs and snails from eating plants

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3 w. ago Simple breathing trick can help calm terrifying symptoms of chronic condition

Experts share their tips for breathing easier - even if you have a chronic condition such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

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3 w. ago Mums share the tricks and hacks they use to stay out of debt

Britain’s savviest saving mums are sharing their smartest hacks and tips to help other families stay out of debt. Clair, Kerry, Joanna, Katy and Tania say they are among some of the UK’s fiercest family financial gurus.

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3 w. ago Go for a walk and sit in silence: Entrepreneurs share their tips for managing stress

These top entrepreneurs share how they de-stress and combat overwhelm

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