A night out drinking has often been associated with a desirable rush of endorphins. But that was for older generations. Gen Yers and Zers – dubbed Generation Dry – are ditching alcohol and getting their endorphin fixes from drier and healthier places, like the gym.

Younger people are reaping the benefits of green-fingered pursuits, turning to gardening for its positive impact on mental health and as a way to create moments of escapism. With big nights out being replaced by trips to the local garden centre, brands can help support these slower pursuits.

The COVID-19 pandemic has rapidly reconfigured the world as we know it – and a mental health crisis could be waiting in its aftermath. Canvas8 spoke to Staci K. Haines, the author of The Politics of Trauma, to understand how the outbreak is set to challenge and change our emotional wellbeing.

The concept of wellness has gained renewed importance in the wake of COVID-19, yet maintaining one’s physical and mental wellbeing is proving harder for some people than others. How can self-care practices be made more accessible and compassionate to those who need it the most?