From date night to cold showers: 20 habits that changed readers’ lives
Small changes can sometimes make the biggest difference. Here our readers suggest the hobbies or routines that might make 2017 that bit brighter
From knitting to BDSM: readers on where to find a sense of community
As people distance themselves from organised religion, we asked you about your communities and what they mean
10 ways to beat loneliness
People of all ages are discovering new and old ways to connect – from co-housing schemes to friendship apps and chicken care…
Are yoga classes just bad cultural appropriation?
A yoga class has been suspended by a Canadian student body after a complaint that it was culturally insensitive. Nell Frizzell and Reni Eddo-Lodge debate the issue
50 things to do when you’re 50
For his 50th birthday, Claire Potter set her husband 50 mini-challenges – not sky-diving or running a marathon, but everyday adventures designed to get more out of life. The experiment isn’t over yet, but the results are already astonishing
Yoga: a beginner’s guide to the different styles
Whether you want to relax, have a workout or get in touch with your spiritual side, there is a yoga class to suit you, says Geraldine Beirne
Spring clean your life
This is the perfect time of year to break out of your comfort zone. Psychotherapist Philippa Perry explains why challenging yourself is a route to happiness. Plus, our suggestions, from running in the Antarctic to starting a zoo in your garden
Olympics 2012: how to get involved in table tennis
If you're deft, tricksy and don't mind chasing after lost ping-pong balls, this could be your sport, writes Peter Beech