Ageing

A little girl falls off her scooter and carries on. It made me wonder: when did life become so serious? A personal look at resilience, ageing and curiosity. Exploring a brief psychology of risk, responsibility and loss aversion

A reflective and humorous exploration of why so much of adult life feels rewarding only after it’s finished. From cleaning and running to work, productivity culture and the “arrival fallacy”, this Happy Citta blog considers whether we’ve forgotten how to enjoy the middle of things.

A reflective blog exploring Western culture, loneliness, and the quiet longing for community. Why do we work so hard for a life that keeps us separate—and what might a more connected way of living look like?

"Being a body is hard." This heartfelt blog explores how beauty standards, selfie culture, and ageing shape our mental health. Inspired by a psychologist–surgeon debate and a personal reflection on modern body image, this post offers a compassionate take on learning to love our changing selves.

Discover how five generations from the Silent Generation to Gen Z, have shaped their health, habits, and wellbeing. Explore trends in alcohol, parenting, diet, media, and mental health, and see how each era influenced life expectancy, from ration books to wellness apps.