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Here are seven tips to help you immerse yourself in foreign languages. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

7 tips for immersing yourself in foreign languages - Rest Less

Learning a new language is a bucket list accomplishment for many of us – it can make travelling easier, help us connect with other cultures, and broaden our career options. There are also plenty of...

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Rejecting hectic itineraries and whistle-stop tours in favour of taking time to really get to know a place can be relaxing and rewarding. restless.co.uk/travel/the-be…

12 of the best slow travel destinations  - Rest Less

If you’ve ever returned from a holiday and felt like you needed another break to recover, you might be interested in a slow travel experience for your next trip. Many people feel the need to rush...

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If you sometimes struggle to motivate yourself to cook from scratch, the good news is there are lots of things you can do to make the process quicker and easier, without compromising on taste! restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

12 tips to make cooking for one easier - Rest Less

Cooking from scratch can be fun, inspiring, and relaxing. Though, if you live alone, it can sometimes feel like a lot of work. When you’re busy or tired, it can be tempting to rely on takeaways,...

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Here we explain why such vast pension sums are needed and look at some of the steps you might be able to take to boost your retirement savings. restless.co.uk/pensions-reti…

How much do you need to retire comfortably? - Rest Less

If you’re hoping to enjoy a comfortable retirement when you stop working, check your pension savings now, as the amount of money you’re likely to need may come as a shock. A single person would need...

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10 best foods for healthy joints and which to avoid - Rest Less

Joint health is something we tend to think about more with age as things like reduced flexibility and menopause can increase the risk of joint-related conditions like arthritis. However, we know from...

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Life doesn’t always go according to plan, so it’s important to consider what sort of financial safety net you have in place in case something goes wrong. restless.co.uk/money/everyda…

How do I build a financial safety net? - Rest Less

Building a financial safety net means putting savings buffers in place so you can cope with unexpected costs or income shocks. Unfortunately, as most of us know only too well, life rarely goes...

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Millions of women born in the 1950s and affected by the rises to the State Pension age could be due thousands of pounds in compensation for historic “injustices”. restless.co.uk/pensions-reti…

WASPI campaign: MP urges £10,000 compensation for women - Rest Less

Millions of women born in the 1950s and affected by the rises to the State Pension age could be in line for thousands of pounds in compensation for historic “injustices”, an MP said. Alan Brown, MP...

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We explore some of the things that can make even the smallest choices feel insurmountable and offer tips on how to become more decisive. restless.co.uk/health/health…

10 ways to be more decisive - Rest Less

According to research, people make an average of 35,000 decisions each day. Some are simple, like what to eat for dinner, and others are more complicated – like deciding whether to leave your job for...

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Do you dream in black and white, or in colour? restless.co.uk/health/health…

20 facts you didn’t know about sleep - Rest Less

We spend around one-third of our lives asleep. And, until around 30 years ago, scientists knew fairly little about what happens when our heads hit the pillow. Thanks to research, we now have a much...

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If you’re looking for reading inspiration, check out these 27 books that should be on everyone’s reading bucket list. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

27 of the best must-read books - Rest Less

Whether you consider yourself a bookworm or not, the beauty of reading is that there’s a book for everyone. You can lose yourself in a fantasy novel, give yourself goosebumps with a thriller, or...

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2. There's an official leap year cocktail. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

8 fun facts about leap years - Rest Less

About once every four years, we have a ‘leap year’ and February gains an extra day. Apart from helping to keep our calendars in sync, February 29th has also prompted some interesting traditions...

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Take a mindful approach to your money with Japan's Kakeibo method. restless.co.uk/money/everyda…

Kakeibo - the Japanese budgeting method explained - Rest Less

You may think that you’ve tried every budgeting method there is, but there’s a lot we could learn from other countries when it comes to saving money. One money-management technique that’s gained...

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Moderate-intensity, low-impact exercises (such as fast walking and yoga) are just as effective as high-intensity activities (like running) at lowering the risk of heart disease. restless.co.uk/health/health…

15 low-impact exercise ideas - Rest Less

While stiff or painful joints can be frustrating, staying active is generally one of the best things you can do to look after them. Research shows that exercise can improve joint function and...

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There’s never a bad time to work on developing positive habits or to try breaking some old ones. But it’s worth keeping in mind that altering your behaviour isn’t something that happens overnight – it will likely take time and determination. restless.co.uk/health/health…

8 tips on how to break negative habits and develop positive ones - Rest Less

As humans, we’re creatures of habit and routine. But, while some habits are good for us, others can negatively impact our mental and physical health. There’s never a bad time to work on developing...

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Whether you’ve just started drawing or are a more seasoned sketcher, there are some subjects that are easier to draw than others, and creating elegant drawings is a great way to boost your confidence as well as your skills. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

10 easy things to draw for beginners   - Rest Less

Drawing is a wonderfully enjoyable and relaxing hobby. It boosts creativity, eases stress, improves mood, and is an excellent way to be more present and mindful. If you’re new to drawing, you might...

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In May, the creeping warmth and longer days make travels to the Northern Hemisphere far more appealing, while in the south, the wildlife spotting opportunities can’t be beaten, and dramatic landscapes are at their most dazzling. restless.co.uk/travel/the-be…
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Here we outline some of the things you might want to consider buying with a credit card, and what your rights are if you use one. restless.co.uk/money/everyda…

Five things you should always buy on a credit card - Rest Less

Paying for things with a credit card can be a useful way to build your credit score and spread the cost of your purchases, but it can also provide you with valuable protection if something goes...

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Many of the best freezable recipes use ingredients you may already have at home – and because meals should last up to six months in the freezer, you’ll be set until the summer. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

15 freezable recipes that make for easy meals later - Rest Less

With the steep cost of living, many of us are anxious about our finances. You might be thinking of ways to tighten your purse strings and save where you can, but this doesn’t mean your diet has to...

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While many people focus on decluttering their physical surroundings, organising our digital spaces – like computers, tablets, and smartphones – can be just as important. restless.co.uk/leisure-and-l…

10 tips for a digital declutter - Rest Less

From time to time, many of us reassess our routines and look towards healthier behaviours – such as building good habits and exploring ways to boost happiness and productivity. And one job that’s on...

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6. Get some sunlight 9. Give someone a hug! restless.co.uk/health/health…

12 simple things you can do every day to boost mood - Rest Less

It’s normal to have down days every so often. But if you’ve been feeling more blue than usual recently, you might be looking for ways to boost your mood. Luckily, research has found that many simple...

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