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Relationships
Why modern relationship frustration looks so familiar
The Conversation | February 16, 2026
The current debate over gender relations may feel new, but it is a consistent historical response to long-standing structural inequities.
Relationships
The rise of Galentine’s Day: Why women are prioritising celebrating female friendships
Chloe Powell | February 9, 2026
As Galentine’s Day goes mainstream, more women are choosing to celebrate the joy and emotional sustenance of their female friendships. Here's why.
Mind and Soul
Are women becoming ‘over-therapised’?
Emma Lennon | February 4, 2026
As therapy language goes mainstream, are women becoming “over-therapised” or carrying the emotional labour of healing?
Work
Progress on gender equality at work is slow and uneven, study finds
The Conversation | February 2, 2026
Research shows gender equality at work has stalled, with unpaid care, pay gaps and job segregation to limiting women’s opportunities.
Work
How to get managers to say yes to flexible work arrangements, according to study
The Conversation | January 28, 2026
Want flexible work arrangements? New research reveals how to make a compelling case and get your manager to say yes.
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Life
2026 is the Year of the Horse: What does it mean and what can you expect?
Emma Lennon | January 19, 2026
From ambition to momentum, here’s what the Year of the Horse in 2026 means and how it may shape the months ahead.
Health
Why are we so obsessed with how skinny women are getting?
Emma Lennon | January 8, 2026
As extreme thinness trends return, Emma Lennon explores what our obsession with shrinking bodies means for wellness and culture.
Relationships
Chalant dating: What is it and how can you be more chalant?
Guest Writer | November 6, 2025
Hinge’s Lead Relationship Scientist Logan Ury shares an insight into what 'chalant dating' is and how you can be more chalant.
Travel
I travelled to Thailand for a wellness retreat. Here’s how it went
Danielle Phyland | May 6, 2024
Here’s how a wellness retreat in Thailand helped writer Danielle Phyland to find the perfect balance of fitness and relaxation.
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Career
6 signs you need a new career – not a new job
The Ladders | December 20, 2020
There are some signs you don’t just need a new job — you need a new career. Career experts share insights to help guide your search.
Wellbeing
Close to burning out? Here’s what you can do about it
A Girl In Progress | December 18, 2020
Burnout is easy to ignore and it’s easy to believe it won’t affect you. Here are some signs that you might be on the cusp of burning out.
Work
These are the bad habits you need to break when working from home
The Ladders | December 16, 2020
Working from home has lots of benefits, but there are downsides too. Here are the bad habits you need to break when working from home.
Child-free
How to handle the pressure to have kids when you want to remain child-free
Emma Lennon | December 13, 2020
If you’ve decided not to have children and are struggling with pressure to do so from others, here are some strategies that can help.
Books
Quick reads: 5 short books by female authors that you can read in a day
Sharon Green | December 11, 2020
From poetic prose to collections of essays, these short books by women writers are perfect for those seeking a quick read.
Career
How habit stacking can boost your personal and professional development
The Ladders | December 9, 2020
Here’s how habit stacking can help fast track your personal and professional development, according to mindset experts and career coaches.
Wellbeing
5 tips to get a better night’s sleep
Staff Writer | December 9, 2020
If your bedtime has been restless for too long, here are five tips to help you get better night’s sleep.
Relationships
Why some women choose friendship over marriage or romantic love
Emma Lennon | December 6, 2020
Some women choose a best friend as their ‘life partner’ over marriage or romantic love, making platonic friendship the centre of their life.
Food
Delicious and portable: 3-course festive picnic for Christmas celebrations
Danielle Phyland | December 4, 2020
For those who like to take their Christmas celebrations outdoors, why not try a festive picnic?
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