How our mothers make us
In order to establish happy relationships in adult life, we need to untangle the emotional patterns passed down from our mothers. By Emma Cook
Relationships
Relationships can be difficult to navigate, whether its romantic, platonic, friendship or professional ties – we’ve got expert advice & experiences to help.
Should I stay in my marriage or leave it?
Our agony aunt Mary Fenwick offers a new perspective on whatever is troubling you
Are you a commitment-phobe?
For years, Shannon Kyle thought all the single men out there were commitment-phobes, until she realised the problem wasn’t them, but her…
How to keep the passion alive in the long term
In our monthly Love Life Lab Experiment, Sarah Abell invites you to improve your love life with small changes
How to set emotional boundaries
When Trudy Garrett exploded with irritation at a selfish houseguest, she realised it was time to ‘satnav’ through the push and pull of her emotional boundaries
Why everyone benefits from having friends of all ages
Why is it that our friends are often around the same age as us? It might seem easier to stick with your own generation but, says Eleanor Tucker, there’s a lot to be gained from friendships across the gap
Dating Roadblocks 4: I always meet the wrong type of person
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
How journaling can improve your relationship and sex life
Many of us journal for our mental wellbeing or even for our life plans and goals, but could journalling help you to improve your relationship and even sex life? Dr Katherine Hertlein, a world-renowned couples therapist explains how…
Advice: I’m ashamed of my toxic rivalry with my rich sister
Jealousy, rivalry or competitiveness ruining your relationship? Our Agony Aunt shares her advice on a readers dilemma on sibling rivalry over money… could the advice help you too?
How do I adjust to being a carer?
Agony aunt Mary Fenwick looks at the difficulties of becoming a carer for someone in your family
