Socialising
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Latest Stories
Homeware
6 accessories to get your outdoor space ready for garden parties
It's time to get your garden ready for socialising.
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- Megan Murray
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Life
Sober curious? Ruby Warrington on how to drink less alcohol in social situations
Feeling nervous about going out and drinking again after lockdown? You need to read these tips.
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- Alice Porter
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Life
10 outdoor socialising ideas that aren’t walking around your local park
We’re officially allowed to spend time with six of our favourite people outside, yay!
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- Megan Murray
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Life
Ever wondered why Zoom calls are so exhausting? This new study could have the answers
Zoom fatigue is real – and we have the power to do something about it.
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- Lauren Geall
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- Lauren Geall
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Why your motivation to socialise is at an all-time low right now
Are you dreading another Zoom call? Read this.
Life
Helpful ways to tell your friends that you’re anxious about socialising right now
It’s OK to set boundaries during this difficult time.
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- Lauren Geall
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Life
Why FOMO and flakiness are about to come back in a big way
It's all down to lockdown easing.
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- Hollie Richardson
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Life
“As an introvert, I’m nervous about life after lockdown being more than I can handle”
One writer explains why she's worried about post-lockdown burnout.
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- Chloe Gray
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Life
“Why I love WhatsApp voice notes – through good times and bad”
I love the soothing familiarity of my friends' voices.
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- Charley Ross
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Life
“The pictures of busy parks have made one thing clear: we need to take social distancing seriously”
As the number of Covid-19 cases continue to rise, it’s time we all take responsibility to flatten the curve.
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- Lauren Geall
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Life
The awkward person’s guide to surviving the work Christmas do
'Tis the season for stilted conversation.
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- Amy Swales
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- Lauren Geall
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Do you feel relieved when a friend cancels plans? You’re not alone
New research has shown how many of us feel secretly pleased when a friend bails on us.
Long Reads
“This rule helped me gain control over my impossibly busy social calendar”
Social burnout is often accepted as an inevitable consequence of party season – but it doesn't need to be that way.
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- Poorna Bell
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Life
This viral tweet reminds us why we should leave uncomfortable situations
“We’re taught from birth to put other people’s comfort before our own.”
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- Susan Devaney
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Life
Small talk is good for our mental health, study finds
Plus, five tips to improve your next conversation
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- Helen Booth
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Life
The ultimate guide to flaking on your friends (without feeling guilty)
Clear your calendar *and* your conscience
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- Kate Faithfull-Williams
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Life
The unexpected way stress can help your social life
This tip could help you at your next awkward social situation
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- Megan Murray
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Recipes
This giant flute holds an entire bottle of prosecco and we need it
Prosecco lovers, your heaven has been imagined and made reality
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- Megan Murray
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- Kayleigh Dray
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Scientists reveal why you need to stop flaking on plans with friends
Top tip? Don't flake it 'til you make it.