When attraction takes hold, it can be all-consuming — but sometimes that attraction can make us feel more insecure than happy. Writer Yasmina Floyer speaks to the experts to find out more about the difference between love and limerence and how to spot the real signs of infatuation. Words: Yasmina Floyer. Images: Shutterstock. It’s easy […]
Parties, vacations, festivals and more – watching everyone you know enjoy themselves in summer can leave you feeling down. We asked an expert how to take the pressure off and say goodbye to FOMO. Words: Amy Mica Marsden. Images: Shutterstock. ‘Is everyone having fun but me?’ It’s a question you’ve likely asked yourself at one […]
Yoga-mad Jill* feels like she’s pulling against bike-obsessed Kevin. Is it time to end the relationship? Coach Kim Morgan discusses their relationship troubles and offers her solutions if you’re in a similar situation. Words: Kim Morgan. Images: Shutterstock. *Names have been changed Jill was a warm, expressive and confident woman. She had a youthful, ‘boho’ […]
Switching off can be harder than it sounds — if you find it tough to unwind on holiday, try these therapist-endorsed tips to let yourself go, writes Sara Keenan
When life gets busy, relationships can quietly slip away. Yasmina Floyer explores why it happens and shares expert-backed advice on reconnecting with the people who matter most. Words: Yasmina Floyer. Images: Shutterstock After the festive season, many of us find ourselves reflecting on relationships that felt stretched or strained over Christmas — the family tensions, […]
Caroline Butterwick explores the psychology behind our bonds with our sisters and what they reveal about us.
From workplace challenges to social exhaustion, Anne Fletcher explores the subtle traits of autism that can remain hidden for decades before a diagnosis. Words: Anne Fletcher. Images: Shutterstock. I remember the first time I heard about autism. It was the 80s, and Dustin Hoffman was huge. Then he did Rain Man. It took the world […]
Vacations should be a time of relaxation – but when you’re outside of your usual routine, tensions with friends can arise. We asked the experts how to keep trips fun and argument-free this summer. Words: Amy Mica Marsden. Images: Shutterstock. We all deserve a break when we can – and taking a trip with our […]
Writer Kellie Gillespie-Wright discovers how adding some play into your life can stimulate the mind, stave off stress, and safeguard your mental health. Words: Kellie Gillespie-Wright. Images: Shutterstock. When was the last time you rolled down a hill, swung on a swing, or spent the afternoon colouring in? Chances are you haven’t done any such […]
Whether it’s trauma, burnout or heartbreak, opening up about painful experiences can help us find meaning, support and a sense of belonging. Psychologist Jessica Zucker looks at how the power of storytelling can change how we view our reality — and even change that reality itself. Words: Jessica Zucker. Images: Shutterstock It’s beyond time to […]
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