All eyes on Dubai: COP28 and what you need to know Much hinges on the latest climate summit in Dubai. As it enters the second week, here's a quick rundown of the crucial event The post All eyes on Dubai: COP28 and what you need to know appeared first on Positive News.

The woman who grew her own pair of jeans Justine Aldersey-Williams owns the only pair of jeans that have been homegrown, home-dyed and homespun in the UK The post The woman who grew her own pair of jeans appeared first on Positive News.

Life lessons: Michael Rosen on what life has taught him The writer and broadcaster on having parents who were ‘addicted’ to curiosity – and why chickpeas are worthy of our adoration The post Life lessons: Michael Rosen on what life has taught him appeared first on Positive News.

Here’s why kids prefer to spend more time with their grandparents, according to studies Discover the significant role of grandparents in child development as highlighted in this article. Ever wondered why your kids are always excited to know when they will visit their grannies? Ever thought why they’d bawl their eyes out whenever it is time to go home after spending time with grandpa? Ever asked yourself why they … The post Here’s why kids prefer to spend more time with their grandparents, according to studies appeared first on My Positive Outlooks.

Couple turns $1 grain silo bought from eBay to a tiny home that looks like a stunning industrial castle An English sculptor decided to get out of his comfort zone and turn the shell of a grain silo and transformed it into a stunning tiny silo home that mirrors the beauty and elegance of an industrial castle. Bob Campbell is more than just a sculptor and a scrap metal artist. His creativity is also … The post Couple turns $1 grain silo bought from eBay to a tiny home that looks like a stunning industrial castle appeared first on My Positive Outlooks.

Could purpose-led firms lift the UK’s flagging economy? It may seem counterintuitive, but getting firms to think beyond the bottom line could boost the economy, a report suggests The post Could purpose-led firms lift the UK’s flagging economy? appeared first on Positive News.

Food, Family, and Flourishing: MAPP Magazine Food and family are often at the heart of our holiday gatherings, traditions, and celebrations. The newest issue of MAPP Magazine explores a theme very relevant to the holidays: Food, Family, and Flourishing.

Seven solutions to ease the UK’s housing crisis Soaring rents and a looming election have put the UK’s housing crisis back in the spotlight. What levers can be pulled to address the problem? The post Seven solutions to ease the UK’s housing crisis appeared first on Positive News.

A man built his unique home by digging into a hillside and placing a cement dome within it Living in a unique cement dome home that’s different from regular houses is special. It’s like taking care of your special place, where every part feels connected to your beliefs. This kind of home makes you feel closely linked to nature. Instead of depending on things outside, you take charge of your everyday life. It’s … The post A man built his unique home by digging into a hillside and placing a cement dome within it appeared first on My Positive Outlooks.

8 signs of a one-sided friendship: When you’re the only one trying Have you been in a one-sided friendship? A one-sided friendship can be painful and hard to handle. There is nothing more disappointing than caring so much for someone who is just passive or shows little to no effort. When you have this kind of relationship, you tend to ask yourself why this person cannot put … The post 8 signs of a one-sided friendship: When you’re the only one trying appeared first on My Positive Outlooks.

You told us: how Positive News readers challenge rampant consumerism ‘Tis the season for rampant consumerism, but Positive News readers are choosing to do things differently this Christmas The post You told us: how Positive News readers challenge rampant consumerism appeared first on Positive News.

The ‘Queen of small business’ whose mission is to restore the joy in Christmas – and the humanness in retail Holly Tucker on the ‘magic’ of supporting small businesses – and why nothing of real value gets made and shipped within 24 hours The post The ‘Queen of small business’ whose mission is to restore the joy in Christmas – and the humanness in retail appeared first on Positive News.

Character Strengths and Mindfulness Work Together Ryan Niemiec has taught people around the world to use mindfulness and character strengths together in order to live more flourishing lives.  Whether for yourself or someone you treasure, his new workbook could be a holiday gift that makes a difference.

20 ways to shop more mindfully (and resist pressure to part with cash) Retailers have many tactics to get you to splash the cash. Here’s how to sidestep them, while shopping more mindfully The post 20 ways to shop more mindfully (and resist pressure to part with cash) appeared first on Positive News.

A couple enjoys the freedom of simple living in their custom-built tiny house retirement What do you do when you are retired, and the children have left the roost? Move into a tiny house retirement home and enjoy the next phase of your life! Ken and Laurel Shrang have lived in big houses for most of their lives, and when their children moved out, they decided to make a … The post A couple enjoys the freedom of simple living in their custom-built tiny house retirement appeared first on My Positive Outlooks.