We asked Dr Megan Rossi, a.k.a. the Gut Health Doctor, to help us embrace the body-brain connection and discover how looking after your gut can lead to a happier overall trip! Words: Sally Saunders. Images: Shutterstock Vacations are something many of us look forward to all year long, but when the time comes it’s natural […]
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 […]
From reply times to “phubbing”, our relationship with phones is still evolving. Psychotherapist Kamalyn Kaur explains why good screen etiquette isn’t about strict rules, but about protecting attention, relationships and real-world connection. Smartphones have transformed the way we communicate, work and socialise, but the social rules around using them are still catching up. From the […]
Not every hour spent in front of a screen has the same impact. Psychotherapist Kamalyn Kaur explains why the quality of our screen time matters far more than the quantity — and how to recognise when technology is enriching our lives rather than draining them. For years, “screen time” has been treated as something to […]
Doomscrolling, social comparison and a constant stream of notifications can subtly influence how we see the world. Experts explain why our digital habits may be affecting our mood, anxiety levels and overall wellbeing more than we realise. Many people worry that spending too much time on their phones leaves them feeling anxious, overwhelmed or emotionally […]
Whether it’s a teenager glued to social media, an older relative constantly checking notifications or a partner lost in endless scrolling, conversations about screen time can be difficult. Psychologists explain how to raise concerns without judgement — and why understanding the need behind the habit matters most. Problematic phone use can affect people of all […]
Think your smartphone is just a harmless distraction? Experts say it’s become the ultimate procrastination tool, offering instant relief whenever work feels difficult — and completely rewiring how we deal with discomfort. If you’ve ever picked up your smartphone to quickly check one notification only to find yourself still scrolling 20 minutes later, you’re not […]
Parenting a child with ADHD or other special educational needs is often a journey filled with self-doubt and isolation. But Olivia Kessel and her daughter’s story shows how understanding the reality of your situation can lead to powerful transformation. “I just wanted her to get dressed without a meltdown,” Dr Olivia Kessel reflects, looking back […]
Summer can begin as a neat little pile of possibilities: a weekend away, a birthday picnic, a swim in the sea. But somehow, by the time you’ve tried to fit everything in, it resembles an overpacked suitcase. What often falls out first are the things you were hoping to keep hold of — rest, slowness […]
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
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