Fearne Cotton: ‘I’m a million times more confident than I was in my 20’s’
‘Happy Place’ podcaster Fearne Cotton chats about being an introvert, dealing with OCD and midlife happiness.
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Dr Hazel Wallace: ‘If men had periods, it would be a very different world’
Medical doctor and hormonal health expert Dr Hazel Wallace tells Sally Saunders why women’s health is a feminist issue and we all need to get comfortable talking about it. Words: Sally Saunders. Images: Rebecca Hope We’ve all been there: sitting in the doctor’s surgery, patiently explaining your symptoms, explaining the impact whatever it is has […]
Davina McCall — ‘I just get happier and happier the older I become’
Davina McCall on regaining confidence, what wellbeing means to her, and one thing she would tell her younger self. Images: Ancient + Brave PA She’s not many people’s idea of a wallflower or a shrinking violet, but even the bubbly, outgoing Davina McCall has suffered from a crisis of confidence at times. ’In midlife, when […]
Dr Alex George: ‘I’ve always felt different to others — now I know lots of people feel this way’
Dr Alex George talks to Psychologies’ Hannah Stephenson about empowering young people to feel more positive, prioritising his own mental health, and why he believes communication is the key.
Amy Dowden: ‘Dancing is my therapy’
Strictly professional dancer and author Amy Dowden talks about her cancer journey, why dancing is the best medicine, and the power of staying positive. Words: Holly Treacy & Abi Jackson. Images: Nicky Johnston/Piatkus/PA Autumn has arrived. The leaves are a warm russet, fireplaces are crackling to life, and – just like that – Strictly is […]
Zoe Blaskey on modern motherhood, guilt, and setting boundaries
Podcaster and author Zoe Blaskey talks to Psychologies about modern motherhood, endless expectation, and why setting boundaries, not seeking balance, is the key. Words: Holly Treacy. Images: BobbyNewMan Studio, Rhiannon Duffin Mum guilt. It’s a relentless shadow that looms over the lives of countless mothers – myself included. In fact, it’s so prevalent it’s been […]
Gabby Logan: ‘There’s no excuse to slow down!’
Presenter, podcaster, and author Gabby Logan talks to Psychologies about health, happiness, and overcoming hurdles in midlife…
Anna Mathur: ‘I feel less fear and more joy’
Psychotherapist and podcaster Anna Mathur talks to Psychologies about learning to get comfortable with the uncomfortable, and how to stop sweating the small stuff… Words: Holly Treacy, Images: Olivia Spencer Never miss an issue! Subscribe to Psychologies for just £25.99 and receive a FREE Weleda gift set, including a shower gel, shower bar, and hand cream. Most […]
Louise Pentland: ‘Connection brings me back to calm’
She’s been called the ‘original influencer’, so what makes millions want to know what author and blogger Louise Pentland is thinking? Holly Treacy meets her to find out… If you have never come across Louise Pentland’s social media accounts, YouTube channel, or website, you’re probably in the minority. She’s been blogging since 2009 and has […]
Martine McCutcheon on living with illness: ‘You learn to smell the flowers a lot more’
As the festive season draws closer, we catch up with actress and singer Martine McCutcheon, who explains how living with illness has helped her to become more appreciative,
to listen to her body, and walk to the beat of her own drum
