Hello... Welcome JuLian worriCkEr ...and welcome to the spring issue of Inspire. Theres lots to look forward to in the nextafew and radio As spring begins to emerge and the presenter of Any is TV months. presenter and journalist. He is currently a days slowly become lighter, our mood generally becomes more positive as the new life around Answers on BBC Radio 4. us lifts our spirits. But, if you have trouble seeing the brighter side of life (perhaps your arthritis is getting you down or your joints are painful), dont Best way to de-stress? despairImthere are things you can do. from a young great feature onit up. you lucky to have played the piano Weve got a age, and Ive kept how can create emotional wellbeing here, which is stressful day. useful advice on Ive always found it very therapeutic after a packed with boosting your mood, while our piece on mindfulness is full of practical tips on helping to manage pain. Elsewhere, we spoke to DJ Jo Whiley about how arthritis affects her family read her story here. And wed love to hear from you, too. Email us or write to us at our CPL address. Enjoy the issue! LouisE ramsay is a journalist who lives with her partner and son near Brighton. She likes swimming, hiking, yoga and taking overexcited children on school trips. Click the images to read about this issues contributors CLairE LavELLE Best way to de-stress? is a freelance health and parenting journalist. Shes I like to cook or do thealso mum find the focus on a physical chore gives garden. I to four-year-old Amelia, who keeps her my brain a complete break and truly day job. well from the on her toes. Best way to de-stress? Facebook f Logo Follow us online CMYK / .ai Facebook f Logo CMYK / .ai When Im stressed, a run really sorts me out. I think its because Im so relieved when its over, everything else pales Tracey Lattimore, Editorinto insignificance. Keep in touCh! Stay up to date with Arthritis Cares latest news and activities all over the UK. For monthly news delivered straight to your inbox, email webmaster@arthritiscare. org.uk or sign up via the website here