Relationships

Forgiveness is not just about forgiving others. It is also about forgiving yourself. For some people just learning how to forgive is a journey that can take their whole life and for others it is learnt quickly. Forgiving yourself is sometimes a bit harder than forgiving others but here are some tips to get you there

Is there a favourite beach or park your mother used to take you as a child? Go there, reminisce. Write ‘mum I love you’ in the sand. She lives on in your heart and I am sure her sound advice given in love sometimes still echoes in your ears.

Soon Valentines Day will be upon us. What can you do to come closer to your loved one and to enhance that loving relationship? Love is a total immersion in the present moment – emotionally and spiritually grounded in equality.

Anyone in an overwhelming situation of some kind may carry out the action. Stimming can be with sounds or through movement and results in using a lot of energy. Stimming is a mixture of repeated actions made by people with autism as a reaction to overwhelming emotions.

Some people leapfrog from relationship to relationship, settling for someone who isn’t right for them because of the fear of being alone instead of taking the time to find out who they really are. Being single should be as validated and respected by society as coupledom is, but it’s not always the case. Explore the unexpected joys of being single and discover positive ways to find meaning and peace in being single.

We need to find out what it is that will make that person happy and approach them with that. The reason one’s culture has a big impact on happiness is due to cultural beliefs, attitudes and practices.

How do you know when a friendship is no longer working for you? We find out how to identify a toxic friend, and the best way to cleanse your social circle.

Relationships can be tricky, but what if there was a special something that could help pave the way for your happily ever after? We explore what sets lasting relationships apart.

Breadcrumbing is on the rise in the domains of dating, friendship and careers. We speak to relationship coach Katie O’Donoghue on what it is, why it happens and how to stop following deceptive crumb trails.

Can a “love potion” really cause someone to fall in love? We delve into the primal notion of love potions to see if any of them might work.

Editor Kate reflects on the time spent with her new baby boy, Harrison, into the world and treasures her special time with him using these three potent and precious rituals.

Medically it is generally suggested to try and conceive for 12 months after ceasing the contraceptive pill or contraceptive devices, and if this is not successful to then seek medical assistance