Katie Piper on why she’s shunning new year’s resolutions in favour of lasting change
It’s great to set yourself some new year’s resolutions, but why not take the pressure off and make this year different, focusing on goals that have longevity? Here, Katie Piper shares her tips on making a plan to achieve them
‘I am terrified I might be an alcoholic’: One woman’s mission to ditch the habit
Does alcohol bring you more pain than pleasure? It might be time to reassess our relationship with booze. Here, Vee Sey shares her story.
Expert tips for better festive small-talk
Love them or hate them, ‘tis the season for Christmas conversations, so how do we embrace them happily even if we naturally shy away, asks Kellie Gillespie-Wright. Words: Kellie Gillespie-Wright. Images: Shutterstock, Pexels The holiday season is here, and calendars are filling up with festive functions, family gatherings, and office parties. Along with those events […]
How to talk to your kids about Santa (and other awkward Christmas conversations)
Few times of year throw up as many tricky topics as Christmas, from whether you-know-who is real to why there’s no PS5 under the tree. Heidi Scrimgeour, a mother of three, discovers how to tackle some challenging questions
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Amy Dowden: ‘Dancing is my therapy’
Strictly professional dancer and author Amy Dowden talks about her cancer journey, why dancing is the best medicine, and the power of staying positive. Words: Holly Treacy & Abi Jackson. Images: Nicky Johnston/Piatkus/PA Autumn has arrived. The leaves are a warm russet, fireplaces are crackling to life, and – just like that – Strictly is […]
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