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People
Jennifer Aniston just shared some wise words about the power of endings
Divorce, therapy and the end of Friends: the 00s were a turbulent time for the star.
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- Christobel Hastings
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Careers
8 women share their worst career “mistake” – and how they overcame it
We’ve all slipped up, but how can we bounce back?
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- Amy Beecham
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Books
11 brilliant books about mental health and wellbeing (that are actually helpful)
These titles cover everything from anxiety and depression to seeking therapy and setting boundaries.
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- Lauren Geall
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Life
6 women share the best life lesson they’ve learned from their mum
“When in doubt, just smile and let out your warmest laugh.”
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- Amy Beecham
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- Lauren Geall
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Do you tend to lash out during arguments? Here’s how to tell someone you need space to calm down
This simple response will help you to set boundaries when you’re emotionally overwhelmed.
Mental Health
How to deal with “ruminating thoughts”, according to a therapist
A therapist explains why it’s so hard to let go of past conversations and mistakes.
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- Amy Beecham
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Long Reads
From TikTok to call-in shows, this is how agony aunts got their cool back
TikTok’s “big sister” Tinx has launched a new advice podcast.
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- Hannah Keegan
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Fashion
6 expert ways to buy a bra that actually fits (and why it’s so important)
“A bra that fits well can change your entire perception of your body.”
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- Mollie Quirk
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Relationships
5 things holding you back from a vibrant, fulfilling love life
Therapist and author Lucy Fry explains how to start reconsidering your relationships.
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- Lucy Fry
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Mental Health
Talking is a great first step when you’re struggling with your mental health – but what comes next?
We asked the experts.
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- Lauren Geall
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Mental Health
Meet The Secret Keepers: the Instagram account posting women’s deepest confessions online
“Discovered my dad’s affair at 14. I’m 24 now. Never told anyone.”
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- Alice Peacock
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- Chloe Gray
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6 of the best pieces of advice for new gym-goers
Train like a pro this January.
Mental Health
16 women on the biggest lesson 2021 taught them
“Life does continue.”
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- Amy Beecham
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Relationships
“I’ve ghosted my friends for over a year – now I want them back”
Looking to repair the digital rifts of the past year? Read this.
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- Amy Beecham
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Mental Health
How to manage low mood during the festive season
Mental health conditions don’t go away just because it’s Christmas.
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- Lauren Geall
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Family and Friends
This is when it’s time to break up with a friend (and what to do about it)
Managing our friendships is an important form of self-care.
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- Alex Sims
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Women
5 things I learned when I took my friendships offline
Instead of catching up over WhatsApp and FaceTime...
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- instax
Home and interiors
5 tips for taking photos that are actually worth keeping
How to capture memories you’ll treasure (rather than more filler for your Insta stories)
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- instax
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- Lauren Geall
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Here’s how to stop worrying about things that are out of your control
Struggling to cope with the uncertainty of the pandemic? Read this.
Plants
How to keep your plants alive (and thriving) during the darker months
Autumn can spell bad news for your leafy friends.
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- Lauren Geall
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