If you constantly question your abilities, dismiss your achievements or feel as though you’ll eventually be ‘found out’, you might assume you’re experiencing imposter syndrome. But for some people, those feelings don’t begin in the workplace. They begin in a relationship where their confidence was slowly dismantled. Imposter syndrome is often described as the persistent […]
New research suggests America’s favourite player may be influenced by more than just goals and trophies. From political beliefs to self-esteem, psychologists say the star you support could reveal surprising insights about your identity. With Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo both in action this weekend, a familiar debate is once again lighting up social media […]
Many adults spend years masking their struggles, believing there’s something wrong with them. Campaigner Ellie Middleton explains why recognition, support and acceptance matter But beneath the arguments about labels lies a more human question: do we really need to fully understand someone’s experience in order to treat them with compassion? My teens have a ‘fun’ […]
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 […]
Discover the ‘greatest health biohack you will ever learn’ when it comes to your emotions and your weight with metabolism expert Ben Azadi. Plus: how laughter really can help your wellbeing! Words: Ben Azadi. Images: Pexels. Our thoughts have a direct influence on our health and longevity. Psychiatrists estimate that the average person has 60,000 […]
Are labels like ‘anxious’ and ‘avoidant’ being thrown around too much — by people who have no idea what they really mean? Expert Laura Mucha explains all.
Writer Kellie Gillespie-Wright examines the science behind mood and emotional resilience — and helps you take back control.
Procrastination over good work rarely looks like doing nothing. More often, it looks like planning, refining, organising, and mentally rehearsing work that never quite begins. Over time, this creates a procrastination spiral: a loop where delay feeds guilt, guilt undermines confidence, and lowered confidence makes starting even harder. What begins as simple postponement quietly becomes […]
From forgotten passwords and school dinner deadlines to endless logins, notifications and tiny decisions, modern life’s “invisible admin” is quietly draining our mental energy. Experts explain why it feels so overwhelming — and how to make it easier on your brain. What feels like simple organisation is often anything but. Psychologists and productivity experts say […]
Are you a sock-drawer organiser or an inbox emptier? Do you get seduced by the siren song of the craft cupboard, or suddenly become extremely focused on tidying your desk, instead of working on it? If you’ve ever wondered why every productivity hack seems to work for everyone except you, there’s a good reason. Procrastination […]
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