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  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova looking forward holds a candle, on a black background
    #29
    If you ever wonder what others want from your work, this trick from James Victore will flip your question to give you answers. … Continue reading#29
  • Nova Is Lost character looking forward, holding a candle in front of her on a gold background
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    This quick tip on setting limits pushed Zack Robinson through “crippling self-doubt” to work towards a winning creative career. … Continue reading#28
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova with arms up on a black background with "DO YOUR REPS"
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    How to quieten your mind in 10 seconds with a simple finger trick anyone can do anywhere, even in the middle of a personal crisis. … Continue reading#27
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova looking up with big eyes, on a green background
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    Dr Kimberly Quinn shows how to ‘win your day’ in just 17 seconds, learning how to overcome even the greatest trauma to find joy. … Continue reading#26
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    How do you know what direction to take when life isn’t giving a clear signal? A tip from a therapist is not to muddy the waters. … Continue reading#25
  • Nova Is Lost character flying in from the right holding a candle, with bright orange background
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    If your mind feels busy with negative thoughts, here’s a creative way to neutralise the negativity and reengage with fresh perspective. … Continue reading#24
  • Nova Is Lost character looking forward, holding a candle in front of her on a black background alongside the words "Still I rise"
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    This famous poem by renowned author Maya Angelou is a potent reminder to dig for resilience when life pushes you down. … Continue reading#23
  • Nova Is Lost character looking forward, holding a candle to her left on a red background
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    What d’you do when you feel like you don’t belong? Because you’ll prove it if you look hard enough, says Brene Brown. … Continue reading#22
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova with eyes closed, on a black background
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    This quote from Brianna Wiest will help you decide what to do next time you’re feeling unsure (your body already has the answers). … Continue reading#21
  • Nova Is Lost character flying in from the right holding a candle, with orange background
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    How do you explore trauma through art? Brassic’s Joseph Gilgun proves you don’t need a canvas or even a plan to succeed. … Continue reading#20
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova looking up with big eyes, on a black background
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    In even the darkest times, trust there’s wonder to be found; artist Michele Perry lights the way (takes 5 minutes a day). … Continue reading#19
  • Nova Is Lost character flying left, holding a candle in front of her
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    Can you reframe three bouts of cancer, a broken neck and a divorce into something positive? Zelda Wilson shows us how. … Continue reading#18
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova with arms up on a black background
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    Wanting to suppress ‘bad’ feelings like sadness is having “dead person’s goals” says Susan David. Here’s what to do instead. … Continue reading#17
  • Nova Is Lost character flying in from the left holding a candle, with teal background
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    Artistic director Cathy Mager shares the quickest (and smartest) way to take the sting out of a rejection by reframing it. … Continue reading#16
  • Nova Is Lost character with eyes closed, holding a candle in front of her on a black background
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    Reconnecting with her inner child moved artist Nesha Mistry past stress, loneliness and depression; she shares how you can do the same. … Continue reading#15
  • "Flourish" alongside Nova Is Lost character with eyes closed holding a candle in front of her on a gold background
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    If you’re stressed out with a busy mind, coach Andrew Sewell has a fun book of suggestions anyone can use to stop overthinking. … Continue reading#14
  • An animated keyhole shape character called Nova with arms up on a black background
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    If ever you feel broken, look to the ancient Japanese art of Kintsugi to fill the cracks with gold, smooth out jagged edges, and heal. … Continue reading#13
  • "Unexpected connections" on a green background
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    When was the last time you let your mind wander? Neuroscientist Dr Ben Shofty reveals the good (and bad) it can unlock. … Continue reading#12
  • Nova Is Lost character flying in from the left holding a candle, with black background
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    Through the jaw-dropping artwork of Graphic Rewilding, uncover new ways to enjoy nature in urban spaces and feel better. … Continue reading#11
  • Nova Is Lost character flying up, holding a candle in front of her on a bright orange background
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    Can you instil positive thinking into every new day? Using the Maui Habit, Tiny Habits author, BJ Fogg, says yes, you can. … Continue reading#10
  • "No surrender" sits on a black background with an animated candle light
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    A short but perfectly formed quote from Arnie this Christmas about finding strength in your struggles as you Jingle All The Way. … Continue reading#9
  • "A reminder to take a breath" sits on a red background with an animated keyhole shape character called Nova with arms up holding a candle
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    Do you focus only on your head and heart? ‘The anatomy of peace’, a poem by John Roedel, reminds us to take a breath. … Continue reading#8
  • "Living life to the fullest" sits on a black background with an animated keyhole shape character called Nova flying with a candle
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    A 13-year-old asks Nick Cave “How do I live life to its absolute fullest?” and he answers the question beautifully. … Continue reading#7
  • Nova Is Lost character looking to her left with cape billowing and arm raised on a bright orange background
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    Keep this beautiful short poem in mind if you ever worry you are not enough, need to put on a front, or pretend to be okay. … Continue reading#6
  • "Searching for video stars" sits on a black background with an animated keyhole shape character called Nova flying left holding a candle
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    If you’re enjoying The Vault, would you share your story for our immersive experience? Looking for participants. … Continue reading#5
  • Nova Is Lost character with eyes closed holding a candle in front of her on a gold background
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    “Lean not on anyone” ― how a chance encounter with a small but mighty book birthed the launch of Nova Is Lost. … Continue reading#4
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    An introduction to the Nova Is Lost Vault – share your story to help others, or take from The Vault all you might need ❤️ … Continue reading#3
  • Nova Is Lost character with eyes closed, holding a candle in front of her amid a teal wash of colour
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    Find out from psychologist Rick Hanson what three factors affect how you feel and act, and why growth is key to finding calm. … Continue reading#2
  • "What is inner strength" sits on a black background with an animated keyhole shape character called Nova holding a candle
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    Explore the difference between courage and inner strength, described by Spirited Earthling as our “invisible armour”. … Continue reading#1