“Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.” - Thomas Merton
This month’s Focus On invites us into a gentle recalibration — a return to balance after the fast pace of summer. Across these pages you’ll find thoughtful guidance on reclaiming calm, from understanding the pull of doomscrolling on p.7, to the soft, seasonal reset explored on p.20. If you’re navigating busy weeks, our meal‑planning feature on p.22 offers practical ways to lighten the load, while p.26 tackles workplace boundaries and the art of truly logging off.
There’s plenty to enjoy beyond wellbeing, too: a sleek BMW iX3 review on p.10, refined dining at Lowe’s on Carter Street on p.12, and September’s essential garden jobs on p.14. Jewellery lovers will find inspiration in Nova Silver’s trend roundup on p.17, and our What’s On listings (p.29–31) highlight local events worth adding to your diary.
Whether you’re easing into new routines with the return to school for many children and adults across the c
