Asking for support through menopause
The chances are you spend your life supporting others. But during menopause, it could be your turn to ask them for support...
Friendship, feminism and freedom…
Friendship can be our saviour in times of crisis. And sometimes friendship can lead to a fulfilling relationship.
Civil partnerships: new ruling for heterosexual couples
Civil partnerships are currently only for same-sex couples. But as Lester Aldridge explain, a new Supreme Court ruling could see this change.
Love actually? Or plain old domestic abuse?
Domestic abuse is more common than most of us realise...
Seven ways to build strong romantic relationships
After experiencing divorce and finding new love, Helen shares her tips for building strong relationships
How to make changes and transform your life
Know you need to make changes in your life but not sure how? Try these helpful tips...
The shocking truth about self-punishment
Here’s a provocative statement: most people don’t like themselves and this very probably includes you...
Self-confidence: the vow
Kimberly tells us why she won't lie about her age and discovered that self-confidence can grow with age...
What is true love?
Joan discusses Valentine's Day, martyrdom and true love and how they really show up in a relationship...
Why a prenuptial agreement is a good idea…
Think prenuptial agreements are just for the rich and famous? Could be time to think again...
BrexPitt – who gets the Hollywood mansion?
When Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt announced their divorce, the media went wild. But what are the realities for this high-profile couple?
Jeanne Ellin: speed dating and jam
Speed dating and jam I was in Waitrose’s jam section. An unlikely pick up point. I was just browsing the jewel toned jams, Crab Apple, Cherry, Fig, Greengage, Gooseberry, Ginger, Loganberry Pineapple, Rhubarb. I have very little jam, just the occasional teaspoon for a jam omelette. The sensible option is the mini-jars, but they only […]
Friday night again!
It’s a funny thing, I think, when the chap you lived with for twenty-one years, had two children with and who was once your closest companion, can stalk past you venomously, without a word. So another busy, less than average week, punctuated with my sister’s wedding in sight of Wembley Stadium, me holding the bouquet […]
Move away from loneliness
Loneliness comes in a variety of shapes and sizes – yet there is always one thing in common: it’s incredibly painful. Here's what you can do.
Loneliness: writing, reading and gardening
Kate reflects on her own year as writer in residence at the University’s Botanic Garden in Cambridge, and what others have experienced.