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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.
Work
8 tiny tech tweaks that help me focus better during long WFH days
Mia Barnes | January 26, 2026
Try these small but powerful tech adjustments that can sharpen your focus and make WFH days feel more manageable.
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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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Things to consider when asking for a pay rise amid soaring inflation
Guest Writer | September 26, 2022
As we navigate soaring inflation and a cost of living crisis, there are some things to keep in mind ahead of negotiating a salary increase.
Career
Banter Group CEO shares recipe for content strategy success
Staff Writer | September 24, 2022
Your online presence is an essential part of your business, and you need to cultivate impactful content to connect with your audience.
Money
5 smart money tactics in a time of rising interest rates and inflation
Guest Writer | September 23, 2022
There are some smart things you can be doing now, both to protect your finances as well as to give them a nudge forward.
Life
Why are so many women losing their ambition?
Emma Lennon | September 21, 2022
With long-term impacts of the pandemic emerging, what has triggered an age of anti-ambition as women seek fulfilment beyond work?
Career
8 ways to supercharge your career
Guest Writer | September 19, 2022
If you want to supercharge your career and become the leader of your career, here are eight tips to get you started.
Career
This co-worker is killing your productivity the most
The Ladders | September 16, 2022
Nothing dampens inspiration and kills productivity quite like this particular co-worker.
Wellbeing
6 ways to improve your self-motivation
Guest Writer | September 14, 2022
Self-motivated women make decisions and back themselves. Try these six tips to improve your self-motivation.
Work
Quiet quitting: The rise of mentally disengaging from work
Emma Lennon | September 12, 2022
Quiet quitting is a growing trend among workers tired of going above and beyond for no additional recognition. This is why it's gaining traction.
Wellbeing
What is emotional labour – and how do we get it wrong?
The Conversation | September 9, 2022
Emotional labour is often thought of as the emotional workload within families or relationships. But the term has a different meaning.
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