What kind of friend are you?

Does putting up your Christmas tree early make you happier? Therapists explain the psychology behind it

If festive music and twinkling lights make you happy, why wait until December? Experts explain how to enjoy the season on your own terms without losing sight of what you need now.

Sally Saunders

5 November 20262 November 2026

Does putting up your Christmas tree early make you happier? Therapists explain the psychology behind it

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Could writing about your pain help you move forward? The journalling prompts to try during life’s big changes

Grief isn’t always about losing someone. It can also come from a relationship ending, a dream slipping away, or a life that looks different from the one you imagined. Coach and journalling expert Jackee Holder explains how writing can help you process these quieter losses.

Sally Saunders

4 November 20261 November 2026

Could writing about your pain help you move forward? The journalling prompts to try during life’s big changes

True Crime / Celebrities

UK Met Police mislaid letter accusing Meghan Markle’s dad of serious sex offences – what did it say?

In a statement, Meghan said she was “deeply distressed at the news that has come to light”, while the force confirmed that the letter had been passed to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s office.Pics:

Donna Smiley

1 November 202629 October 2026

UK Met Police mislaid letter accusing Meghan Markle’s dad of serious sex offences – what did it say?

What your body is trying to tell you when you keep waking up at 3am

If you regularly wake in the middle of the night, it may not be a random sleep problem. Your body clock could be playing a bigger role than you realise

Sally Saunders

9 October 20268 October 2026

Nutrition

Could LaVita make taking vitamins simpler? What to know about its all-in-one liquid micronutrient formula

One daily serving. 22 micronutrients. More than 70 natural ingredients. LaVita is designed to make everyday supplementation refreshingly straightforward.

Sally Saunders

21 September 202628 September 2026

Neurodiversity

Love someone with ADHD? 5 ways to strengthen your relationship without taking their behaviour personally

Being with a partner who has ADHD present unique challenges, but they can be worked through with understanding, compassion, and effort

Rhys Thomas

24 October 202622 October 2026

Mindfulness / Sleep

Five minutes that could change how you sleep every night

If you’re struggling to sleep, the answer might have less to do with your bedtime routine and more to do with how you spend your waking hours — especially what you do when you first get out of bed.

Sally Saunders

9 October 20268 October 2026

True Crime / Celebrities

UK Met Police mislaid letter accusing Meghan Markle’s dad of serious sex offences – what did it say?

Donna Smiley

1 November 202629 October 2026

Relationships / Mental health

Coercive control: How to recognise the signs and rebuild your life after abuse

It rarely starts with threats or violence. Coercive control can begin with seemingly caring behaviour before escalating into isolation, monitoring and manipulation that gradually erode your confidence and independence. Trauma specialist psychotherapist Tina Chummun explains how to recognise the warning signs, understand why leaving doesn’t always end the fear and begin rebuilding your sense of self.

Alison Graves

28 October 202625 October 2026

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Test: What stops you from trusting yourself?

Discover how you make choices — and what your inner voice is asking for — with our test below!

Psychologies

13 February 20265 March 2026

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Test: What’s your secret confidence saboteur?

If you know you’ve got much to be confident about but still have regular wobbles, take our test to find out what confidence saboteur is undermining your self-belief.

Psychologies

15 January 20263 March 2026

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Test: What stops you doing Christmas differently?

If, despite your best intentions, you’re still stuck in a festive rut, take our test to uncover your personal barrier to ringing the changes.

Psychologies

12 December 202512 December 2025

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Test: What stops you taking your needs seriously?

If you’re never at the top of your agenda, take our test to identify what’s holding you back from prioritising yourself — plus, find what steps you can take to start putting yourself first.

Psychologies

7 November 20257 November 2025

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Test: What stops you getting the sleep you need?

If you dream of more restful nights, take our test to find out what is getting in the way of a good night’s sleep, and what steps to take in order to fix it.

Psychologies

10 October 202510 October 2025

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Test: What’s your personal mood booster?

If it’s time to step off the emotional rollercoaster! Take our test to find your personal mood management focus and discover what will lift your mood when you need it the most.

Psychologies

8 September 20258 September 2025

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What kind of friend are you?

At school you spent most of your lunchtimes:

What do you talk about with your friends?

Your best friend is emigrating. You’ll be losing:

Your friend has done something you don’t like. You:

You’re spending a weekend with your friends. This means:

One of your friends hasn’t called you for a couple of months. You:

You haven’t seen your friend much since she started going out with someone new. You

What do you and your friends have in common?

Which of the following would you most like to be friends with?

If you have one fault as a friend it is that you:

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At school you spent most of your lunchtimes:

What do you talk about with your friends?

Your best friend is emigrating. You’ll be losing:

Your friend has done something you don’t like. You:

You’re spending a weekend with your friends. This means:

One of your friends hasn’t called you for a couple of months. You:

You haven’t seen your friend much since she started going out with someone new. You

What do you and your friends have in common?

Which of the following would you most like to be friends with?

If you have one fault as a friend it is that you:

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