How to stay close to a friend when you live in different time zones
When your morning is their bedtime, even a quick catch-up takes planning. But distance doesn’t have to mean losing the everyday closeness that makes a friendship feel special.
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Is it love or love bombing? The signs to look out for when affection and attention become overwhelming
Constant messages, calls and emotional conversations can leave you exhausted even when they come from someone you love. Here’s how to recognise when closeness has tipped into overwhelm.
Could these be red flags that your friendship isn’t reciprocal? An expert explains what to look for
Are you always the one giving lifts, rearranging plans or helping out? Experts explain how to spot when a friendship has become one-sided — and why the answer may not be as simple as cutting someone off.
Is it really supposed to be this hard? The hidden cost of masking in friendship
Friendship is often portrayed as something that should come naturally. You message back, remember birthdays, make plans and turn up. But for some people, maintaining friendships feels like a full-time job — one that comes with constant guilt, anxiety and the feeling that everyone else has been given a rulebook they somehow missed. If you’ve […]
Why a break up with a friend can hurt as much (or even more) than with a lover
Friendship break-ups are often quiet, gradual and difficult to explain. Therapists say the pain they cause is rooted in our need for connection, while modern life can make those losses harder than ever to escape. The end of a romantic relationship is something most people recognise. There are conversations, expectations and a familiar language for […]
Is your relationship with your sister subtly shaping all your friendships?
From always putting others first to never quite feeling included, the role you play in your friendships may have been shaped decades before you even met your closest friends. We tend to think of friendships as something we choose freely as adults. We meet people, we connect, and we decide who feels right for us. […]
Why don’t I have more friends? How to create, maintain and enjoy strong companionships
Friendship is a human need, but if you’re hooked on the idea of a group dynamic, you may be seeking the wrong tribe in the wrong place. Emma Reed discovers how belonging can be found without a large posse of pals
5 ways to build adult friendships for better health and wellbeing
Discover why adult friendships are often undervalued, how loneliness affects wellbeing, and find our 5 practical tips for building meaningful, low-pressure friendships that can improve your life in powerful ways. Words: Kellie Gillespie-Wright, Images: Shutterstock, Pexels Friendship isn’t just a bonus — it’s a vital part of our mental and physical health. We live in […]
How to make friends (and keep them!)
Making new friends as an adult can be tricky. Here, experts share their advice on making friends, and give 6 tips to keeping them, too.
