In your own time: how to live for today the philosophical way
What’s gone is gone, but don’t waste time worrying about that. Or on what comes next. The ideal way to age is to be in the moment
How to make big decisions more easily
Most of us shy away from life’s biggest decisions. But there are ways to help us
Keep talking, try toys and trust yourself: how to have fantastic sex in old age
Just because you’re getting on a bit, doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be getting some. You just might have to work on a few things. Couples and experts reveal the secret to later-life sex
I have four dogs, seven cats and three horses – and I’ve never been more content
Being able to understand and manage emotions is key to health and happiness. For some, like me, that comes easier with animals
Eat plants, try pilates and stay positive: how to keep your body younger than your years
Do blueberries make you live longer? Is pilates proper exercise? How do you avoid loneliness? Botox, yes or no? Here’s how to age better
‘Phones are like a scab we know we shouldn’t pick’: the truth about social media and anxiety
Although connecting with friends online has positive benefits for mental health, overdoing screen time can lead to a catastrophic emotional crash
My life was ruled by panic attacks. Here’s my seven-point guide to tackling anxiety
Author Tim Clare spent a year researching his condition and trying every treatment he could. This is what worked
How to recognise the symptoms of anxiety and get help
From OCD to agoraphobia and PTSD, there are almost as many types of anxiety disorder as things to worry about. Here’s how to spot the signs and find the relevant support
How to trick your brain into better eating habits
Ditching the cutlery, scoffing a big first bite and discussing the carrots can help rewire our brains and make us more mindful of our meals
Is the sibling relationship the most enduring of all?
Exploring shared childhood memories with your siblings will cast light on the person you are today, says Catherine Carr
The secret to saving your relationship: eight lessons from a couples therapist
Over three decades Susanna Abse has worked with every kind of couple. She shares what she’s learned on how to stay the distance
Bittersweet by Susan Cain review – a mawkish manifesto for the happy-sad
The author of Quiet again bangs the drum for the world’s sensitive souls, but her unflagging earnestness is depressingly short of nuance and humour
Anxiety can be good for you
It’s never going to be fun, but it can be healthy – and facing up to it is always better than hiding, says Kate Smith
How to rebuild a life after the death of a partner
Losing someone you love dearly is devastating, but the bond couples shared in life is vital to those who live on, says Juliet Rosenfeld
What I’ve learned from 10 years of therapy – and why it’s time to stop
Therapy was like finding a key for a door that had been locked my whole life. Here are the nine things it’s taught me