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Suggested Reads.

Handpicked reading lists to suit where you are right now — whether you're curious, overwhelmed, or simply looking for somewhere to begin.

Books we love.

A handpicked shelf of titles on psychology, mindfulness, and wellbeing — each one worth a quiet afternoon.

Mindfulness

Big Panda and Tiny Dragon

James Norbury

A beautifully illustrated journey through the seasons, following two unlikely companions as they navigate uncertainty, loss, and the art of being present. Gentle, wise, and quietly profound.

Wellbeing

The Monk Who Sold His Ferrari

Robin Sharma

A fable about a high-flying lawyer who abandons his career after a health crisis and travels to the Himalayas, returning with a philosophy for living with purpose, simplicity, and joy.

Wellbeing

The Top Five Regrets of the Dying

Bronnie Ware

A palliative care nurse shares the most common reflections of those nearing the end of life — a moving and clarifying reminder of what truly matters, and how to live accordingly.

Psychology

Keeping Our Kids Alive

Lyn O'Grady

An honest and compassionate guide for parents navigating the terrifying reality of a suicidal young person — practical, evidence-informed, and written with deep empathy for families in crisis.

Wellbeing

Come As You Are

Emily Nagoski

A science-based exploration of how stress, emotion, and context shape wellbeing and identity. Nagoski draws on research to help readers understand and accept themselves more fully.

Psychology

Single on Purpose

John Kim

A challenge to the idea that singlehood is something to escape. Kim invites readers to use time alone as an opportunity for genuine self-discovery, growth, and the building of a life that feels truly their own.

Psychology

Things I Wish I'd Known Before We Got Married

Gary D. Chapman

A practical and candid guide to the conversations couples rarely have before committing — covering expectations, conflict, finances, and the habits that make or break long-term relationships.

Psychology

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone

Lori Gottlieb

A therapist finds herself in therapy after her own life unravels. Told with warmth and candour, this memoir-meets-case-study illuminates what it means to be human — and what it takes to change.

Wellbeing

So Much I Want to Tell You

Anna Akana

Written as a series of letters to her younger sister, Anna Akana shares frank, hard-won advice on building a productive and meaningful life — covering identity, grief, creativity, and self-worth with honesty and heart.

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Curated collections.

Collection 01

Start here.

New to the site? These are the best articles to begin with — a gentle introduction to the ideas at the heart of Yfantis Wellbeing.

Wellbeing6 min read

The Quiet Power of Doing Nothing: Why Rest Is Not Laziness

In a culture that prizes productivity above all else, learning to rest without guilt may be one of the most radical acts of self-care available to us.

Psychology7 min read

Understanding Your Stress Response

What actually happens in your body when you feel overwhelmed — and what you can do about it.

Mindfulness5 min read

Five Breathing Techniques Backed by Science

From box breathing to the physiological sigh — how conscious breath can shift your nervous system in minutes.

Collection 02

Mind & body.

The connection between physical and mental health is deeper than most of us realise. These articles explore that relationship.

Wellbeing8 min read

The Deep Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health

Poor sleep and poor mental health are locked in a cycle — but understanding the link is the first step to breaking it.

Psychology7 min read

Understanding Your Stress Response

What actually happens in your body when you feel overwhelmed — and what you can do about it.

Wellbeing6 min read

Nature and the Mind: Why Green Spaces Heal

Time in nature isn't a luxury — it's a genuine intervention for stress, attention, and mood.

Collection 03

Daily practice.

Small, consistent habits that compound over time. These reads are practical, evidence-based, and immediately applicable.

Mindfulness5 min read

How a Daily Gratitude Practice Changes Your Brain

The neuroscience of gratitude is surprisingly compelling — and the practice itself is simpler than you think.

Mindfulness5 min read

Five Breathing Techniques Backed by Science

From box breathing to the physiological sigh — how conscious breath can shift your nervous system in minutes.

Wellbeing6 min read

The Quiet Power of Doing Nothing: Why Rest Is Not Laziness

In a culture that prizes productivity above all else, learning to rest without guilt may be one of the most radical acts of self-care available to us.

Collection 04

Understanding yourself.

Psychology at its most useful — articles that help you make sense of your own thoughts, feelings, and patterns.

Psychology9 min read

Anxiety Explained: What It Is, and What It Isn't

Anxiety is one of the most misunderstood experiences in modern life. Here's what the science actually says.

Psychology7 min read

Understanding Your Stress Response

What actually happens in your body when you feel overwhelmed — and what you can do about it.

Psychology7 min read

Why Your Relationships Are Your Greatest Wellbeing Asset

Decades of research point to the same conclusion: the quality of our connections matters more than almost anything else.

Collection 05

Connection & belonging.

On the profound importance of relationships, community, and being known by others.

Psychology7 min read

Why Your Relationships Are Your Greatest Wellbeing Asset

Decades of research point to the same conclusion: the quality of our connections matters more than almost anything else.

Wellbeing6 min read

Nature and the Mind: Why Green Spaces Heal

Time in nature isn't a luxury — it's a genuine intervention for stress, attention, and mood.

Wellbeing6 min read

The Quiet Power of Doing Nothing: Why Rest Is Not Laziness

In a culture that prizes productivity above all else, learning to rest without guilt may be one of the most radical acts of self-care available to us.

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