How to become friends with your dad
Psychology professor Linda Nielsen teaches fathers and daughters how to rebuild their relationships. Here’s her advice
Relationships
Relationships can be difficult to navigate, whether its romantic, platonic, friendship or professional ties – we’ve got expert advice & experiences to help.
Dating Roadblocks 2: I can’t get past the first date
All kinds of things influence how you approach dating, but there are common sticking points, says Rosie Ifould. Experts believe that if you can identify your own pattern, and the thought processes behind it, you can change it for the better
Can you make peace with a former partner?
When you marry again after divorce, how can you create a harmonious ‘blended’ family – and even make peace with a former partner? It is possible, says Ilona Boniwell
How our mothers shape us into adulthood
In order to establish happy relationships in adult life, we need to untangle the emotional patterns passed down from our mothers
Dating Roadblocks 1: I am finding it hard to meet anyone
All kinds of things influence how you approach dating, but there are common sticking points, says Rosie Ifould. Experts believe that if you can identify your own pattern, and the thought processes behind it, you can change it for the better
Is dad setting a good example?
Fathers who share household chores have a positive impact on their daughters’ views on gender equality
Helping your children cope with your divorce
Psychologist and childcare expert Penelope Leach discusses how to minimise the impact of family breakdown for children
Divide and conquer
Every month, Sarah Abell invites you to try a 30-day Life Lab Experiment to improve your love life
When your family grows up
Penny Mansfield, director of One Plus One, explains how to reinforce your connection as a couple
Distinguish between invitation and demand
Sex makes babies, so it’s ironic that, when they arrive, babies can deliver such a fatal erotic blow to a relationship. But there are ways to keep the spark alive, says Esther Perel
