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Wellbeing | ways to feel better without a hug

Iona Bower September 8, 2020

We’ve all missed human touch over the last few months but take heart, there are lots of ways to feel the joy of touch without it - until we hug again

Our theme for our September issue is ‘touch’ but there are so many ways in we can enjoy and interpret that. On page 34, Rebecca Frank looks at how we can compemnsate for a lack of cuddles currently. Here are a few simple ideas:

  • Take a long shower or a bath and notice the sensation of the water against your skin.

  • Rub some oil into your body after your bath or shower and give yourself a face massage whilst cleansing your skin.

  • Do things with your hands like baking or gardening and go barefoot.

  • Talk to people face to face if possible, or on the phone rather than emailing or texting.

  • Listen to music that makes you feel uplifted or relaxed, depending on your mood.

  • Make sure you do something meaningful and enjoyable for yourself every day.

  • Make conversation with people you meet while you’re out walking or shopping.

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Playlist | Touch

Iona Bower August 19, 2020

“Reach out and touch
Somebody’s hand,
Make this world a better place If you can”

Listen here: Touch

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 MAY ISSUE   Buy  ,   download  or  subscribe   Order a copy of:  Our new Homebird bookazine    Flourish Volume 4 , our wellbeing bookazine  A Year of Celebrations  – our latest  anthology  See the sample of our latest issue  here   Listen to  our po
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February 27, 2026

MAY ISSUE

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Order a copy of:
Our new Homebird bookazine

Flourish Volume 4, our wellbeing bookazine
A Year of Celebrations – our latest anthology

See the sample of our latest issue here

Listen to our podcast – Small Ways to Live Well

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Taking time to live well

We celebrate slowing down, enjoying what you have, making the most of where you live, enjoying the company of of friends and family, and feeding them well. We like to grow some of our own vegetables, visit local markets, rummage for vintage finds, and decorate our home with the plunder. We love being outdoors and enjoy the satisfaction that comes with a job well done.

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