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Wellbeing
6 simple ways to inhabit the present moment
Guest Writer | March 13, 2025
Use these mindfulness practices to anchor yourself in the present moment by reconnecting to your primary experience.
Career
5 self-sabotaging career moves and how to avoid them
Guest Writer | March 12, 2025
Workplace expert Roxanne Calder shares five self-sabotaging moves that commonly occur at the early career stage, and how to avoid them.
Fitness
Strength training or resistance training? Find out what works best for you
Staff Writer | March 10, 2025
The terms strength training and resistance training are often used interchangeably. But there is a difference between the two approaches.
Wellbeing
These two words are keeping you stuck
Guest Writer | March 6, 2025
After a major life change, Dr Michelle McQuaid found there were two words that held her – and many other women – back. Here's how to break free.
Women in business
Women in business: Meet Cinzia Buono, restaurateur and co-owner of Buono and Sincero
Emma Lennon | March 5, 2025
Cinzia Buono defied the odds and opened two restaurants during very challenging times. Here's how she did it.
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Travel
Women-only tours: A new era of female-focused group travel
Danielle Phyland | February 12, 2025
Travel writer Danielle Phyland recently joined a women-only tour with Pip & Co Travel in Laos and experienced a new era of women’s travel.
Relationships
Swipe. Ghost. Repeat. How dating apps are killing real love
Guest Writer | February 3, 2025
Professional matchmaker Trudy Gilbert shares an argument for why we should get off the dating apps and look for love in more authentic ways.
Fitness
Is reformer Pilates good for weight loss?
Staff Writer | January 20, 2025
Can a low-impact exercise like reformer Pilates actually help you shed kilos? We speak to a fitness expert to find out.
Relationships
‘Can’t stay long’: How to deal with friends who won’t make time for you
Emma Lennon | April 1, 2024
Do you have a friend that says they “can’t stay long” every time you catch up? It’s surprisingly common, and here’s how you can deal with them.
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Life
Bridgerton isn’t just a ‘fluffy period drama’. Here’s why
The Conversation | May 23, 2024
Bridgerton explores relatable experiences that resonate with viewers. Here's why it's a mistake to dismiss it as as a fluffy period drama.
Wellbeing
What is stress and how does it impact your daily life?
Mia Barnes | May 22, 2024
Understanding what causes stress and how it impacts your life can inspire you to take action and make positive change.
Work
Tips to secure a pay rise ahead of a performance review
Guest Writer | May 20, 2024
Despite the economic slowdown, it doesn’t mean a pay rise discussion is off the table, but you need to be prepared. A recruiter shares some tips.
Books
15 literary podcasts to help you join conversations about books
The Conversation | May 16, 2024
Here are some excellent literary podcasts including author interviews, deep dives into classic novels and critiques of self-help books.
Fitness
What is a fitness retreat and why is this type of travel rising in popularity?
Beth Rush | May 15, 2024
Understanding what a fitness retreat is and what you can gain from it will help you make the right choice for yourself and others.
Beauty
Cheek acne vs rosacea: Here’s how to tell the difference
Staff Writer | May 13, 2024
With their noticeable overlap in appearance, distinguishing between acne and rosacea can be quite challenging. A doctor explains the difference.
Career
Essential survival tips for first-time managers to avoid common pitfalls
Staff Writer | May 9, 2024
If you're stepping into a new management role and want the best chance of success for you and your team, try these tips.
Books
I’m over ‘Sad Bad Girl’ novels but hungry for complex stories about women
The Conversation | May 9, 2024
Sad Bad Girl novels combine the haplessness of Bridget Jones with the despair of Sally Rooney. Liz Evans assesses a ‘buzzy’ debut within the genre.
Fashion
What to look for when buying second-hand clothing
Guest Writer | May 8, 2024
Here are some things to look for when deciding which second-hand clothes to keep and some tips to streamline your shopping experience.
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