I am currently reading an excellent book by Miriam Akhtar ‘Positive Psychology for depression’. Miriam was one of the first UK graduates of the Masters programme in Applied Positive Psychology, and she works a great deal with youngsters with mental health issues.

One of the techniques which she advocates as a way to build positive emotion and resilience is to savour those moments of sheer joy which we experience – and this can include anything from a warm hug with a friend, that first taste of a creme egg, or feeling the warmth of the sun (I know, the latter is not so frequent). The more you do this, really luxuriating in the moment, savouring it with as many senses as you can, then what actually happens is that:

– you find yourself experiencing a greater sense of wellbeing
– it shores you up against stress and depression
– you start to find yourself noticing more of those moments

So this Easter, make sure that you notice those moments whether its time with family and friends, a nice chilled glass of Sauvignon blanc or luxuriating in bed on Monday morning.

Have a wonderful Easter everyone.

Best wishes,
Wendy x