Feeling fed-up? Winter blues? Good News can lift your spirits.

It’s winter and with bouts of dark nights, cold weather and bad news, we all need a lift.

Good News stories are the way to lift sinking spirits, say researchers.

Like chocolate, sunshine and laughter, they boost serotonin in the brains giving us a buzz. Bad news has the reverse effect.

The Good News Post covers inspirational news of the best students and schools. Follow us to get your daily dose of happiness.

Harry the ‘Good News’ Hedgehog mascot that visits schools is pictured.