Can you deal with life's knocks?

Anticipatory anxiety: why worrying about what might happen can feel worse than the event itself

One writer shares how the fear of having another panic attack took over her life, why anticipatory anxiety can leave you trapped in a cycle of ‘what ifs’, and how therapy, medication and challenging negative thoughts helped her regain control.

Suzanne Baum

18 October 202618 October 2026

Anticipatory anxiety: why worrying about what might happen can feel worse than the event itself

Mental health / Neurodiversity

Autism in women: the lesser-known conditions that can go undiagnosed for years

From ADHD and anxiety to chronic pain and endometriosis, autistic women can face a complex mix of co-occurring conditions. One woman shares how years of feeling different, being misunderstood and searching for answers finally led to an autism diagnosis.

Alison Graves

17 October 202616 October 2026

Autism in women: the lesser-known conditions that can go undiagnosed for years

Love life

Could you be the ‘other woman’? 5 red flags that could reveal your partner is hiding something — and what to do about it

Is your gut trying to tell you something? An expert shares the five relationship red flags that could help you work out what’s really going on.

Amy Mica Marsden

16 October 202613 October 2026

Could you be the ‘other woman’? 5 red flags that could reveal your partner is hiding something — and what to do about it

What your body is trying to tell you when you keep waking up at 3am

If you regularly wake in the middle of the night, it may not be a random sleep problem. Your body clock could be playing a bigger role than you realise

Sally Saunders

9 October 20268 October 2026

Physical wellbeing

Why feeling like yourself again starts with the basics

Minerals can make all the difference to your overall feeling of wellbeing. Here’s where Wassen steps in.

Sally Saunders

6 October 20266 October 2026

Neurodiversity

The heartbreaking truth about ADHD and autism we still don’t understand

More than eight in 10 people with ADHD or autism say they have struggled with their mental health. Behind that statistic is a story of masking, misunderstanding and years spent wondering why life feels harder than it seems to for everyone else.

Sally Saunders

14 October 202612 October 2026

Personality

What is a ‘dark empath’? How to spot the dark triad’s more social counterpart, according to the experts

Could someone be emotionally perceptive and still treat you badly? An expert unpacks the personality profile known as the dark empath — and explains which behaviors deserve your attention.

Amy Mica Marsden

16 October 202613 October 2026

Mindfulness / Sleep

Five minutes that could change how you sleep every night

If you’re struggling to sleep, the answer might have less to do with your bedtime routine and more to do with how you spend your waking hours — especially what you do when you first get out of bed.

Sally Saunders

9 October 20268 October 2026

Neurodiversity

Could your ADHD be affecting the way you eat? We explore the lesser-known link between ADHD and eating disorders

ADHD and eating disorders overlap more than you might expect. A nutritionist explains why people with the neurodevelopmental condition may experience bulimia and binge-eating

Suzanne Baum

12 October 202612 October 2026

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Test: What stops you from trusting yourself?

Discover how you make choices — and what your inner voice is asking for — with our test below!

Psychologies

13 February 20265 March 2026

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Test: What’s your secret confidence saboteur?

If you know you’ve got much to be confident about but still have regular wobbles, take our test to find out what confidence saboteur is undermining your self-belief.

Psychologies

15 January 20263 March 2026

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Test: What stops you doing Christmas differently?

If, despite your best intentions, you’re still stuck in a festive rut, take our test to uncover your personal barrier to ringing the changes.

Psychologies

12 December 202512 December 2025

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Test: What stops you taking your needs seriously?

If you’re never at the top of your agenda, take our test to identify what’s holding you back from prioritising yourself — plus, find what steps you can take to start putting yourself first.

Psychologies

7 November 20257 November 2025

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Test: What stops you getting the sleep you need?

If you dream of more restful nights, take our test to find out what is getting in the way of a good night’s sleep, and what steps to take in order to fix it.

Psychologies

10 October 202510 October 2025

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Test: What’s your personal mood booster?

If it’s time to step off the emotional rollercoaster! Take our test to find your personal mood management focus and discover what will lift your mood when you need it the most.

Psychologies

8 September 20258 September 2025

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Can you deal with life’s knocks?

You had planned a few days holiday in Rome but when you arrive at the airport you find that all flights to Italy have been cancelled

A trusted colleague waits until they are in a meeting before they criticise some of your work. You:

Your mum says she wishes you would visit more often. You:

You are at a party and your partner is flirting with someone else. You:

The symbol you would most associate with protection would be:

A friend who already owes you £50 has just asked you to lend her the money to pay for a holiday. How do you respond?

When you were a child and your parents argued, you:

You’ve just met someone you really like, but over the next few days he/she doesn’t call. You:

You’re watching the news on TV. They are broadcasting scenes of war. You:

You don’t really feel up to it but you are going to go along to your best friend’s birthday celebrations. You decide to:

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You had planned a few days holiday in Rome but when you arrive at the airport you find that all flights to Italy have been cancelled

A trusted colleague waits until they are in a meeting before they criticise some of your work. You:

Your mum says she wishes you would visit more often. You:

You are at a party and your partner is flirting with someone else. You:

The symbol you would most associate with protection would be:

A friend who already owes you £50 has just asked you to lend her the money to pay for a holiday. How do you respond?

When you were a child and your parents argued, you:

You’ve just met someone you really like, but over the next few days he/she doesn’t call. You:

You’re watching the news on TV. They are broadcasting scenes of war. You:

You don’t really feel up to it but you are going to go along to your best friend’s birthday celebrations. You decide to:

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