We are major fans of The School of Life, whose zeitgeisty life-enhancing classes (like those on Finding a Job You Love, How to be Cool, and How to Have Better Conversations) and hip secular Sunday sermons (we've been to ones by Jonah Lehrer on Genius, Grayson Perry on Kinky Sex and Miranda July on Strangers) are brilliant ways to shake up your thinking, attitude and perspective. Until now, classes and courses have only taken place in London, but this month they publish a series of illuminating 'How To' guides for living and go on tour to Manchester, Dublin and Edinburgh giving six lessons by speakers including philosopher Alain de Botton in each place. If you have a curious mind, we have two words for you: book now!
The School of Life Live, 14 - 24 May, £20, www.theschooloflife.com
