Psychologies

LET GO OF NEGATIVE THOUGHTS AND FIND YOUR HAPPINESS
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How do you express your power? For some, it’s about a

show of strength – be that having the biggest muscles or

the biggest number of followers on Instagram. Others

show it in a different way: by stepping forward, opening up

and sharing their own story, warts and all. In my opinion,

there is nothing more powerful than that.

I have been blown away this month by the bravery and h

that has been shown to us by not one, not two, but three a g

people. By so authentically sharing the challenges they have faced, I hope

they help you to realise you’re not the only one facing issues in your life (we all have

them!) and also inspire you to open your heart to others. Gail Porter, who found

herself go in a few short years from having her image projected onto the Houses

of Parliament to sleeping on a park bench on Hampstead Heath, says on page 44:

‘I’ve had odd times, but nobody knows what’s happening across the road. We

don’t know what the neighbour or the person downstairs is going through. We’re

all going through stuff, and I’m quite happy to talk about anything. I hope I’ve made

a difference and made other people think, “We’re not on our own in this”.’

I also had the honour of speaking to Mark Lemon about his beloved dad, who was

tragically killed 30 years ago. And I feel no shame in telling you that his story moved

me to tears more than once. But as with each of our stories this month, while Mark’s

is initially heartbreaking, his is also a tale of inspiration, as he explains how he has

worked to turn his life into something beautiful (page 68).

And, finally, our cover star, the brilliant Angela Scanlon, has shared perhaps the

most surprising story of all (page 14), revealing that while she projected the perfect

happy-go-lucky, girl-next-door image, she battled an eating disorder for 15 years

and then became obsessed with work, constantly comparing herself to others. It’s

quite shocking to see how someone who seemingly ‘has it all’ can be struggling on

the inside, and an insightful look into an inner world we would never have imagined.

I hope that you are moved by their honesty and uplifted by the way they have

each fought so hard to overcome their challenges. I certainly have been.

We have lots more inspiration this month, too, from ways to Sa y x
free yourself from negative thinking (page 22) to the Japanese
secret to a good life (page 30), plus the easy way to meditate

(page 108) and how to walk yourself happy (page 88), not to Sally Saunders,
mention our brilliant dossier (page 51). What an issue. Enjoy! Editor

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JUNE 22

In this issue... Shake off the shackles
of limiting self-beliefs

Regulars 102

7 In the mood Rediscover the lost
Enlightening, happy-making facts, art of letter writing
fascinating news stories and more
50 Let’s get to the nib of the problem Join us today!
12 Viewpoint Set free your feelings and let them flow,
What’s caught your eye in Psychologies? writes Jackee Holder
We want to hear from you!
H art
14 * Angela Scanlon
The TV presenter shares her battles with 68 * ‘I turned my grief into
self-criticism and comparison something positive’
One son’s story of living with the loss of
20 Life as I know it his beloved father
Harriet Minter takes a trip down
memory lane to find a new direction 72 Your dilemmas addressed SAVE COVER PHOTOGRAPH: AARON HURLEY
Our agony aunt, Mary Fenwick, offers £1 an
Mind a fresh perspective on your troubles issue!

22 * No limits! 76 How to talk to your kids Subscribe for just
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26 Coaching in action topics with your loved ones Subscribe to ‘Psychologies’ or give a gift
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29 Lightbulb moments 82 Mindful wellness and advicetohelpyouliveyourbestlife,
A peppering of pessimism is no bad thing, Conscious ways to live well
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87 Good mood food Subscriber Club. Seepage40.
30 The Japanese secret to a good life Radiant radishes
How to harness a little harmony

36 *What to do when there’s
nothing you can do
Engage with caring in times of crisis

42 Your mental wellbeing toolkit
Understand and cope with phobias

44 ‘Everything life throws at you
makes you stronger’
TV presenter Gail Porter on overcoming
life’s obstacles

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In this i ue CONTENTS

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With you
in mind

88 * Walk your way to mental 51
wellbeing Tackle loneliness for good
Step by step to better health
53 How to enjoy being alone 58 The friends you need
92 Walking heroes Discover the joy of solitude How forging new friendships,
All you need to help you find your stride! and cherishing old ones, can help
54 Find your people you flourish
96 Food from the heart Increase your social connections
Asma Khan’s family favourites 62 How can you bring new
54 Be yourself people into your life?
Soul Reconnect with your authentic self Take our psychological test
to find out
102 Letters of love 56 Find enough purpose
Put pen to paper and show you care Open up to new ways of thinking 66 Why we all need to talk
about loneliness
106 Work in progress 56 Get out more Six surprising truths you probably
Our agony aunt, Mary Fenwick, resolves Step outdoors and build new bonds didn’t know
your difficulties in the workplace

108 * The power of Vedic meditation
Tap into profound daily peace

114 How to be happier
With psychologist Emma Hepburn

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