Readers reply: can you really fake it to make it?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions. In this week’s replies, readers ponder whether acting wins success
The perfect way to switch off from work: the secret to a daily de-stress routine
The boundaries between work and leisure are being blurred, but it’s vital for your health to learn how to turn off. Whether you do your job from home or not, here’s how to reset and reclaim your private time
Can you really fake it to make it?
The long-running series in which readers answer other readers’ questions. This week, how powerful is acting the part on the path to success in life?
As a student, he was involved in a drunk-driving incident that killed a cyclist. Years later he would become expert in the healing powers of guilt
Psychologist Chris Moore saw first-hand how powerful and complex an emotion it is
My friend has cancer and talks about ending her life. Should I tell her family?
Your friend fears dependency and wants to regain control. Is there someone you can talk to about your own feelings?
The secret to being happy in 2026? It’s far, far simpler than you think …
Stop stressing about self‑improvement or waiting until you’re on top of everything. This year give yourself permission to prioritise pleasure
Coroner calls for circumcision safety measures after baby’s death in London
Six-month-old Mohamed Abdisamad’s death from infection prompts concern at lack of training for circumcisers
The perfect way to look after your health if you work shifts
There are many knock-on effects of working nights or early mornings, and often employers could do more to protect staff. But there are small, simple changes that can make all the difference
The perfect way to beat the slump: how to tackle mid-afternoon energy dips
In the dead of winter, it can be hard to keep your alertness up when it gets darker. Here are a few good habits that will help you stay productive
The perfect day for parents: how to keep kids healthy and happy – without neglecting yourself
Having a routine but not overplanning, getting them involved with chores and making sure you have time just for you can all help you stop being overwhelmed