Self acceptance, growth and personal exploration are key to finding what truly makes you happy. Psychologies covers all, from Self Sabotage to Self-Love.
From chronic UTIs and endometriosis to menopause and misdiagnosis, women’s health is still overlooked — with serious consequences for wellbeing, equality and independence Cherry Healey has spent more than a decade listening to women talk about their bodies, and what she’s heard has stayed with her. “I’ve been working in the women’s health space for […]
The world is full of “shoulds” — from careers to friendships, neighbourhoods to wardrobes. Discover seven transformative shifts to help you tune into your inner voice, work through past wounds, and embrace a life aligned with who you truly are. By now, it’s likely that your life is layered with “shoulds.” The career you felt […]
We’re becoming ever more aware of conditions such as ADHD and autism, so how have they stayed hidden in plain sight for so long? Rachel Morgan-Trimmer explains. I rushed into the room, sweaty from running, hair all over the place and blurted out one of the myriad excuses I use when I’m late (which is […]
ADHD burnout can leave people feeling exhausted even after rest. Discover how cycles of hyperfocus, stress and over-functioning can drain the nervous system and lead to emotional and physical crashes. Competitive tiredness is a thing. We’re all worn out these days, right? But what if your exhaustion isn’t quite the same as everyone else’s? If you […]
Often overlooked and misunderstood, ADHD in women can look very different from the stereotype. Many women with ADHD appear organised and socially capable while quietly struggling with focus, fatigue and internal overwhelm. “I used to be so good at friendships. I had so many complex coping mechanisms that made me a good friend,” laughs Sam […]
An adult ADHD diagnosis can transform how someone understands their past, present and future, replacing blame with clarity and opening the door to self-acceptance. I’ve been debating for months — no, years — should I get an ADHD diagnosis? Is it worth it? What will I gain? I have so many of the traits, but […]
I finally embraced artificial intelligence as a helpful tool. But as AI took over my routine, I began to wonder if it was slowly eroding my trust in my own voice. I’ve worked in film and TV as a writer for the past 20 years, and never have I doubted my own brain as much […]
What happens when a public figure falls from grace? We explain the effects on the individual – and the people who might have idolised them There is a particular hush that falls when a celebrity stumbles and falls from grace. It isn’t quite silence – more a collective intake of breath, followed by the low […]
Subtle gaslighting, ‘jokes’ that hurt, constantly walking on eggshells: Relationship red flags often appear quietly — until your confidence is gone for good An old boyfriend of mine had one red flag phrase he repeated constantly: ‘I’m only kidding — it was just a joke! Don’t you have a sense of humour?’ He usually said […]
We’re with C.S. Lewis, who said, “You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me.” Alex Lloyd provides the inspiration and gives us her view on what to read in September… Single At Heart by Dr. Bella DePaulo (Profile Books, £14.99) Society is centred around couples, […]
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