Wellness and Mindful Living Magazines Worth Subscribing To
If you’re looking to bring more calm, purpose and well‑being into your life, a good magazine can be surprisingly helpful. It’s not just about fitness or diet—it’s about mental health, mindful living, habits, rest and the little quiet wins. Here’s a guide to some of the best wellness & mindful‑living magazines in the UK, how to pick one, and how to get the most from it (without feeling overwhelmed).
Why subscribe to a wellness or mindful‑living magazine?
In our busy lives it’s easy to get pulled in all directions. A magazine that’s well chosen can help:
- It gives curated content rather than endless online scrolling.
- It allows a screen‑free moment (print edition) or a structured digital read.
- It covers holistic wellbeing—body, mind, habits, sleep, relationships—not just “gym & diet”.
- It offers expert‑backed advice in a more accessible format than academic journals.
- It becomes a little ritual: pick it up, brew a tea, read one article. My own experience: I bought a wellness mag on a train journey and ended up bookmarking three features to revisit later—something I rarely do with online articles.
So yes—you can get more than “just another magazine” if you pick wisely.
What to look for in a great wellness & mindful‑living magazine
Before you pick a subscription, here’s a handy checklist:
- Focus beyond fitness: Does it cover mental wellbeing, rest, everyday habits?
- Tools for action: Do the articles suggest what you can do (small steps) not just “here’s what someone famous does”?
- Trusted sources: Look for magazines that mention experts, research, credible writers. For example Hearst UK says its health‑&‑wellness brands are backed by expert teams. (Hearst)
- Format & frequency that suit you: If you have ten minutes commute, maybe digital works; if you have weekend downtime, print works.
- Readability & relevance: You’ll know by flipping through one issue: does it speak to you?
- Affordability & commitment: Some subs cost more; if you won’t read it, it’s wasted.
Top wellness & mindful‑living magazines in the UK
Here are five titles worth considering. Each has a slightly different flavour—choose the one that fits your rhythm and interests.
1. Wellbeing Magazine
Why it stands out: Covers “every aspect of a healthy lifestyle—from the food you eat to how you care for your mind, body, and environment.” (Wellbeing Magazine)
What I like: I found a feature on “Adventure travel as wellness” and it made me book a short UK getaway that felt restorative rather than exhausting.
Good for: Readers who want a rounded look at wellness—mind, body, environment, habits.
Tip: Try skipping the “travel wellness” parts if your budget is tight—but keep the “habit change” ones.
2. Happiful
Why it stands out: A monthly magazine “filled with guidance, insightful articles, and personal interviews… aimed at nurturing a sense of positive mental health and wellbeing.” (happiful.com)
What I like: I read a piece on burnout and it helped me notice signs in my life earlier—so I made a small routine change.
Good for: If you’re particularly interested in mental health, self‑care and the “mindful” side of wellness.
Tip: Use one article per issue as a “focus for the month” (e.g., this month: sleep quality; next month: social connection).
3. Thrive Magazine
Why it stands out: Online and magazine resource covering “health, nutrition and wellness, plus healthy recipes too!” in the UK. (Thrive Health and Nutrition Magazine)
What I like: One recipe inside became a “meal plan staple” in our house—a small win that made me trust the magazine more.
Good for: Those who want tangible take‑aways around nutrition + lifestyle, not just mindfulness.
Tip: Cut out or save your favourite recipes/features in a binder—turn reading into action.
4. Vitality Magazine
Why it stands out: Though recently more online focussed, it offers “fitness advice, healthy recipes, mental health and wellbeing support” for UK readers. (Vitality Insurance Plans)
What I like: A “10 easy ways to walk more every day” feature stuck with me—helped me build a 5‑minute habit of stepping out after lunch.
Good for: Anyone wanting to build habits, fitness + wellbeing in everyday life.
Tip: Use the digital edition if you commute—it’s lighter and accessible on your phone.
5. Sublime Magazine (Sustainable & Mindful Living)
Why it stands out: A UK sustainable‑lifestyle magazine dedicated to conscious living—“nature, energy, fashion, technology, design and well‑being.” (Wikipedia)
What I like: While not purely “mental health wellness”, it makes me think about how my lifestyle links to environment, rest and long‑term wellbeing.
Good for: If your idea of wellness includes sustainability, slow living, intentional choices.
Tip: Use this one when you want a “deep read” rather than quick browsing—save it for Sundays or quiet evenings.
How to decide which one (or two) to subscribe to
Here’s a simple decision table plus my usual method for choosing.
Decision table:
| Your interest | Try this magazine |
|---|---|
| Mental health & self‑care | Happiful |
| Nutrition, meals, daily lifestyle | Thrive |
| Balanced wellness (mind + body + habits) | Wellbeing Magazine |
| Habit building & fitness lifestyle | Vitality Magazine |
| Sustainable & mindful living | Sublime Magazine |
My pick process (based on my experience):
- Buy a single issue or digital sample first.
- Read it over one week. Ask yourself: Did I learn something I’ll use? Did I enjoy it?
- If yes, subscribe for 6 months. If no, try another title.
- Use the magazine actively—highlight one article, practise one habit it suggests.
- After 6 issues, review: What value did I get? If low, switch.
Real‑life story: how a wellness mag helped me
A while back I was in a busy season: job change, moving house, less sleep. I realised I wasn’t really resting. I picked up a copy of Wellbeing Magazine one Saturday. One article: “Why sleep posture affects your whole‑body wellness.” I saved it, adjusted my pillows and bedtime routine. Over three weeks I noticed I felt less “dead tired” in the afternoons. The magazine became a small nudger. It wasn’t a dramatic transformation, but enough to remind me that wellness includes rest, not just gym or eating clean.
Tips to get the most from your wellness magazine
- Set aside 30 minutes once a week (or fortnight) to read it.
- Keep it somewhere you can access easily (living room, bedside table).
- Choose one article per issue to apply (e.g., “I’ll try walking 20 mins every day”, or “I’ll start one growth habit this week”).
- Consider digital + print combo: print for slow reading, digital for commute.
- Use past issues: occasionally flip back to a previous one and revisit a feature you liked.
- Don’t try to do everything: magazines have many tips—pick one habit you’ll keep, not ten.
- Track small wins: write down if the magazine inspired you to try something new—this will help you assess value.
Final thoughts
Subscribing to a wellness or mindful‑living magazine can be more than just a nice read. It can be a tool for your well‑being routine, a gentle guide and a little reset each month. The key is choosing one that fits you—your interests, your life pace, your goals. If it feels like a chore, it’s the wrong one. But if you look forward to opening it, flipping the pages and walking away with a small idea or action—you’ve found a keeper.
