The English Home

Living well

Turning to face brighter times ahead has a wonderfully uplifting effect on body and mind – living well helps us to focus on simple yet rewarding pleasures

Be it in the home or beyond, the gradual increase in daylight hours at this time of year creates a sense of impetus and verve. Turning to face these brighter times ahead has a wonderfully uplifting effect on body and mind. Living well, or mindfully some might say, helps us to focus on simple yet rewarding pleasures.

Whether adding a fresh lick of paint to a room or piece of furniture, creating a beautiful table setting or appreciating seasonal delights, here we suggest ideas for starting with small changes to create far-reaching effects.

The great outdoors

Stepping outside to feel the wind and sunshine on hair and skin is an unequivocal pleasure made all the

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