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What the science really says about sleep and 10 evidence-based tips to use tonight Today is World Sleep Day. The theme for 2026 is "Sleep Well, Live Better" — and as clinical psychologists, we couldn't agree more with that framing. Because sleep is not a luxury. It is not laziness. And it is not something you can indefinitely trade away in exchange for productivity.  Sleep is when your brain consolidates memory, processes emotion, repairs itself, and resets the systems that g

Many people expect to feel better as the seasons change especially as winter shifts into spring. Longer days, warmer weather, and signs of new life can create a sense that we should feel more motivated, optimistic, or energised. But for many people, seasonal transitions can actually feel unsettling or emotionally difficult. If you find yourself feeling low, irritable, anxious, or simply “off” during this time of year, you are not alone. Seasonal change affects both our bodies

If February feels a slog, there's a good reason. Winter takes a toll on our bodies, minds, relationships and wallet. You're not imagining it, and you're certainly not alone. We share some common feelings you might be experiencing at this time of year, as a reminder that like all seasons, this will pass.