Mental toughness
How to keep your mind healthy in a world of uncertainty.

A life of slime
Meet the brainless organisms that can think, solve problems and reveal the secrets of the Universe.
The psychology of resilience and how to cultivate it
Despite enduring adversity, some people bounce back stronger than ever. How do they do it, and how can you train yourself to do the same?
The stress test
We dig deep into the science of heart rate variability – the metric that can reveal more about your mental health.
Souped-up scooter
Meet the electric micro scooter that can hit 100km/h on the clock.
Plus
- Michael Mosley on when doctors have to unleash their inner Sherlock Holmes
- The mysteries of Stonehenge's acoustic properties
Issue 355 on sale 1 October 2020
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