Relationships

How to deal with toxic relationships and righteous indignation

Righteous indignation is typically a reactive emotion of anger over mistreatment, insult, or malice of another. It is akin to what is called the sense of injustice.

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Relationship feuds: 5 pieces of advice to embrace

From better communication to understanding the root causes of disagreements, there are many things you can do to cultivate a healthy, thriving relationship.

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Why so angry? Tips for keeping your cool

Leonardo da Vinci once said “where there is shouting, there is no true knowledge.”

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Friend breakups: Why they can sometimes feel as bad as falling out of love

If you’ve ever gone through a friendship breakup you aren’t alone – one study from the US found 86% of teenagers had experienced one.

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Do Opposites Really Attract? We Ask the Experts

Despite their differing personalities and interests, can opposites find a unique harmony in their contrasting qualities?

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Keeping the spark alive! Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford love pranking each other

Calista Flockhart and Harrison Ford pull pranks on one another.

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4 tips to help your loved one with dementia enjoy the festive season

The festive season is fast approaching, and if you’re organising celebrations with family or friends, you might be grappling with a seemingly endless to-do list. But as you make these plans, it’s important to consider how you can best include any friends or loved ones living with dementia.

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How to Cope with the Family Bully at Christmas Time

Dealing with a family bully during the festive season can be challenging, but employing certain strategies can help mitigate stress and create a more harmonious holiday atmosphere.

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Will Smith develops ’emotional blindness’ following Jada Pinkett Smith’s shock separation confession

Will Smith admitted to developing what he describes as an “emotional blindness” toward his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

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Kylie Minogue’s Candid Take on Love and Marriage

Kylie Minogue, the iconic singer behind hits like “Spinning Around,” recently shared her candid thoughts on love and relationships in a revealing interview.

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The best relationship advice from the late Dr. Trisha Stratford, MAFS expert

Dr. Trisha Stratford was a clinical neuropsychotherapist and relationship expert known for her appearances on television, particularly in the context of reality dating shows.

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Sigourney Weaver reveals secret to lasting marriage

Sigourney Weaver has revealed the secret to her lasting marriage.

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How to tell if it’s time for a ‘friend cleanse’: 10 questions to ask yourself

Friendships have proven key to our health and happiness, but when a friendship becomes detrimental to our wellbeing, it may be time to consider cutting ties and making new, more meaningful and fulfilling connections.

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How can I help my teen quit vaping?

You’re driving your teen home from school when they open up to you about their vaping. What started off as an occasional puff of an e-cigarette has turned into something more serious.

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A generation of boys are struggling to cope in the modern world – how parents can help

Bombarded by mixed messages on social media, lacking suitable role models and dealing with unmet emotional needs, boys are struggling to cope. Yet there are ways parents can change the narrative and help them to thrive. 

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Split decision: When is the right time to separate?

Around 30 per cent of Australian marriages end in divorce. If children are involved, separation can be harder but what if the ‘children’ are already grown-ups themselves?

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Three research-backed tips for dating app success

Whether you’re in it for the romance or the chocolate, Valentine’s Day means love is in the air. For the 300 million people who use dating apps like Tinder, Bumble and Hinge, February 14 might be a time to get chatting.

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How to start a conversation about mental health

Aldwyn Boscawen, founder of Morale, has offered up some top tips on broaching difficult conversations.

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Dyscalculia: how to support your child if they have mathematical learning difficulties

A good grasp of maths has been linked to greater success in employment and better health. But a large proportion of us – up to 22% – have mathematical learning difficulties. What’s more, around 6% of children in primary schools may have dyscalculia, a mathematical learning disability.

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How to get the spark back in your relationship

How do we maintain intimacy and passion in a long-term relationship?

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Julia Roberts’ advice for a successful marriage

Julia Roberts – who has been married to cinematographer Daniel Moder since 2002 and has 17-year-old twins Phinnaeus and Hazel as well as son Henry, 15, with him – “always says the same thing” about marriage and is sticking to her guns.

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Lost touch with someone? Reach out – your friend will likely appreciate it more than you think

When people consider taking the initiative to reach out, especially after a prolonged period of no contact, they may worry about being rejected. But often, these gestures will be much more appreciated than one might expect.

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What is gentle parenting? An expert explains

In the past decade, the concept of “gentle” or “respectful” parenting has gained considerable traction. The foundation of the idea is in being a parent who is emotionally attuned to their child, and tries to understand the reasons behind their behaviour.

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Building healthy relationship skills supports men’s mental health

By John L. Oliffe, Professor and Canada Research Chair in Men’s Health Promotion, University of British Columbia; Gabriela Gonzalez Montaner, Project Coordinator, Men’s Health Research Program, University of British Columbia; and Mary Theresa Kelly, Research Contractor, Men’s Health Research, University of British Columbia.

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