Relationships can be difficult to navigate, whether its romantic, platonic, friendship or professional ties – we’ve got expert advice & experiences to help.
Psychologists say many survivors of narcissistic abuse experience a hidden aftermath known as the “second injury” — and it can be one of the hardest parts of recovery
Long weekends, weddings, holidays, crowded group chats, family tension, nonstop plans — summer can quietly overload the nervous system. Discover why we absorb other people’s stress so easily, and how to stop carrying emotions that aren’t ours. Summer is supposed to feel carefree. But for many people, it can become one of the most emotionally […]
From board games to Mario Kart, experts say taking a break to play with your children can reduce stress, boost connection and ease working-from-home guilt. Half term has barely started and already you’ve probably heard it 50 times: “Will you come and play with me?” Usually at the exact moment you open your laptop, answer […]
Even those who appear supportive can secretly undermine your ambitions. Psychologist Dr Ritz Birah and creative coach Sheryl Garratt explain how narcissistic traits and subtle sabotage erode confidence — and how to protect yourself Sometimes the people closest to us are also the ones most likely to subtly undermine our goals. Known as silent saboteurs, […]
As millions of households prepare to declutter this bank holiday weekend, discover why clearing out “stuff” can stir up surprisingly strong emotions — and how to avoid conflict. Spring cleaning, decluttering and home organisation are high on the agenda as we enter the bank holiday weekend — but for many households, the push to clear […]
Many people labelled “sex addicts” are actually dealing with stress, shame, or compulsive patterns — not sex addiction. Here’s how to tell when sexual behaviour becomes a problem and what to do about it. For many people, sex is one of the most confusing parts of life. Society tells men in particular to be sexual, […]
Author Joanna Briscoe shares her experience of being charmed and reeled in by narcissists, how to spot them in your life, and how she drew on her experiences and research to write her new novel, The Seduction.
It’s rightly seen as a strength — but if you’re in a narcissistic relationship, empathy can be exactly what keeps you from leaving. We’ve heard more and more about empathy in recent years. It’s been rebranded — once simply part of getting along with other people, it’s now framed as a kind of superpower, the […]
Narcissism is more than just self-centredness. From overt showmanship to covert manipulation, understanding the traits of narcissists can help you recognise unhealthy relationships and protect yourself. Are you living with a narcissist? It’s the insult of choice for many on social media right now. But what does narcissist really mean? And how do you know […]
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