Blog

Your community - Kindness & Belonging

By Larch Maxey on 11th August 2017

Breaking the Spell of Loneliness and Building Wellbeing Together

Loneliness could be considered the antithesis of happiness and wellbeing. This is why here at Network of Wellbeing (NOW) we are proud to have supported the ‘Breaking The Spell of Loneliness Tour’ run by leading journalist George Monbiot and folk singer

Your wellbeing - Happiness

By Florence Scialom on 7th August 2017

Time and Experiences Make You Happier Than Stuff

In today’s arguably hyper-materialist world we are often fed the idea that stuff will make us happy: if only we could get that latest phone, that new TV, that great new pair of shoes, happiness would be ours! Or so

Your wellbeing - Health

By Amit Raj on 24th July 2017

Ten Ways to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Sleep is essential for health and personal wellbeing. The infographic below shares some simple and practical tips on getting a good night’s sleep! With thanks to Pound Place for sharing this Infographic with us.

Our world - Wellbeing Together

By Larch Maxey on 11th July 2017

SEED Festival 2017 Review – Blooming Brilliant!

The third, bi-annual SEED Festival had an amazing line up of speakers and activities around this year’s Festival theme of big ideas taking root! We knew it was going to be a special experience, and our expectations were far exceeded at this

Our world - Healthy Planet

By Larch Maxey on 10th July 2017

Exploring the Links between Wellbeing and Permaculture

In this post NOW’s Larch Maxey draws on a workshop he led at the recent South West Permaculture Convergence to consider the links between permaculture and wellbeing. By Larch Maxey The word ‘permaculture’ was coined in the mid-1970s by Bill Mollison and

Our world - Beyond Consumption

By Sarah C. White on 10th July 2017

Should Business Take the Lead in Promoting Wellbeing?

In this post, sociologist Sarah C. White reflects on the role business could take in promoting wellbeing, and argues that while there are some encouraging signs it is also important to acknowledge the wider structural changes needed. In a world

Your wellbeing - Nature

By Roger Higman on 22nd June 2017

How Does Nature Improve Happiness and Wellbeing?

The wellbeing benefits of the natural world are regularly highlighted through our work at the Network of Wellbeing, and so it’s a pleasure to see that many other people share our passion. One example of this is the well-respected Arts and

Your community - Inspiring Projects

By Karen Creavin on 15th June 2017

Supporting Greater Wellbeing for All: A City Wide Approach

In Birmingham, wellbeing programmes are on offer to develop a behaviour change approach that provides a positive ‘nudge’ towards a healthy lifestyle and greater wellbeing for all. We know that being physically active is not only good for your physical

Our world - Beyond Consumption

By Permaculture Association on 11th June 2017

Permaculture, Wellbeing and the Economy

Permaculture Association CEO, Andy Goldring, shares his views on the connection between wellbeing and the economy. Watch more and share: Watch more wellbeing videos Subscribe to our channel on YouTube If you enjoyed this video, please share it with others!

Your community - Inspiring Projects

By Roger Higman on 8th June 2017

Share Shed Totnes: Sharing Uni-Cycles, Guitars & Conversations!

The Network of Wellbeing helped launch Share Shed Totnes in Devon, UK, in 2017. It acts as a type of “library of things”; a place where people can borrow tools and other equipment that they need, but might not be

Newsletter signup

Search