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We’ve been together forever, how do we keep the love alive? Reignite the spark in a long-term relationship
Lockdown’s unending togetherness has swept many of our relationships into the doldrums. Heidi Scrimgeour explores how to turn embers into passionate flames
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When the spotlight flickers: the psychology of a public fall from grace
What happens when a public figure falls from grace? We explain the effects on the individual – and the people who might have idolised them There is a particular hush that falls when a celebrity stumbles and falls from grace. It isn’t quite silence – more a collective intake of breath, followed by the low […]
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‘I was a doormat — I don’t want my daughter to be one.’ Are we raising a generation that feels okay saying ‘no’?
Exploring the psychology behind children, boundaries and guilt-free self-care — and what it means for our kids For decades, we have been taught that psychological health boils down to resilience: the ability to cope, endure and push through. Emotional strength meant not being derailed. Independence meant not needing too much. In subtle ways, many adults […]
How I learned to read body language at work – and change my career forever
From crossed arms to awkward silences, body language at work can be a minefield, but understanding it better can transform the way we lead You know the moment. A meeting is ticking along smoothly when something shifts. A pause lingers. A tone cools. Someone folds their arms. No one names it, but the atmosphere changes. […]
Why men shut down their emotions — and how their relationships pay the price
Emotional suppression in men often shows up as stress, irritability and distance — reshaping connection long before anyone even realises When emotions aren’t recognised, they don’t disappear. They leak. Unprocessed stress and emotional overload quietly spill into relationships, shaping their tone, closeness and communication — and not for the better. You might think you’re being […]
‘I’m invisible in my relationship’: expert advice on how to reconnect as a couple after having kids
A new baby strains even strong relationships, but understanding hidden pressures can future-proof your bond in a tough season
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Why men shut down their emotions — and how their relationships pay the price
Emotional suppression in men often shows up as stress, irritability and distance — reshaping connection long before anyone even realises When emotions aren’t recognised, they don’t disappear. They leak. Unprocessed stress and emotional overload quietly spill into relationships, shaping their tone, closeness and communication — and not for the better. You might think you’re being […]
How I learned to read body language at work – and change my career forever
From crossed arms to awkward silences, body language at work can be a minefield, but understanding it better can transform the way we lead You know the moment. A meeting is ticking along smoothly when something shifts. A pause lingers. A tone cools. Someone folds their arms. No one names it, but the atmosphere changes. […]
I thought fighting was the problem – then a relationship coach explained it was what happens next that really matters
Closeness isn’t defined by avoiding falling out — but by what happens when we stop fighting and start repairing I remember when I first met my husband. Back then, our reactions when we had a fight were wildly different. I was all fireworks and slammed doors, raised voices and tears. He wanted to calm everything […]
‘I felt love draining quietly away’: why emotional safety is the missing link between desire and lasting intimacy
A psychotherapist explains how the nervous system shapes trust and connection – and why emotional safety is key to maintaining intimacy One of my friends recently shocked our WhatsApp group with the news that she was getting a divorce. They’d been married 20 years, two lovely kids, nice house. It all looked perfect in the […]
Learning this saved my relationship — but most couples never try it
Curiosity is one of the strongest predictors of emotional connection — yet in many long-term relationships it’s often the first thing to disappear Here, relationship expert Karen Thom explores why often it’s what you don’t say that quietly dismantles emotional intimacy. All too often, curiosity quietly disappears from long-term relationships — and missed moments, unasked […]
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