‘It was wickedly painful. And transformative’: a tribute to all the women who ever waxed my back

In a culture that venerates grooming, I always felt self-conscious about my body hair. But intimate encounters with a series of beauticians helped me see life differently

‘A self-care date night’: gen Z and millennials embrace the pleasures of dining alone

Attitudes have changed after the Covid pandemic and solo dining is up by 14% in the UK, according to OpenTable

People in the US: is the looming election stressing you out? Tell us

With the election less than two weeks away, we’d like to hear from people in the US about what they’re anxious about and how they’re coping

Neglect, rape and wrenching loss: can Rebecca Roberts survive it all to become the strongest woman in history?

She has battled all the odds to haul trucks, carry cars and hold up columns like an ancient god – and is currently the strongest woman in the UK, Europe and the world. Now she wants to take her extraordinary quest even further ...

By assuming I am incompetent at everything, I’m making it so much worse

I call this state of being next-level incompetence. By doubting everything I do – from where I put a book to whether I picked up my medication – I cause chaos

From blue-light blockers to apps to help you nap: how to get a better night’s sleep

Experts and poor sleepers share their tried and tested products and tips for a restful night

Tell us: what’s your five-minute fix for feeling happy or healthy?

We want to know about your go-to pick-me-up when you want to feel happier or healthier

My first time at teacher-less pilates: ‘There is a soothing quality to the digital instructor’s voice, like an early childhood educator or a cult leader’

There is no human teacher at Michael Sun’s reformer pilates class but it is more affordable than a typical session. Is the trade-off worth it?

Do you feel stuck? It’s time to simplify your thinking

Our minds often seek to muddle rather than clarify. But we have the power to notice this in ourselves, and others

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