It’s time to ditch ‘faking it’ for friends, and embrace authentic connections…
23 posts tagged
FRIENDSHIPS
The relief of having a ‘rage friend’
Could phoning a friend or firing off a vent text be key to unleashing pent-up frustration?…
How to avoid the catch-up trap and form deeper connections
If every hangout with pals feels like a catch-up marathon, this one's for you. Build better friendships, without the guilt or overwhelm…
How to cope with being the ‘glue friend’ in your group
Are you stuck holding things together in the name of friendship? Here’s how to loosen your grip……
"Have I said too much?" Exploring oversharing regret
Whether it’s a thought, or feeling, regretting your candidness can be a common experience, but perhaps we can change our outlook on oversharing…
What is an emotional vampire (and how do I deal with one?)
Spending time with our friends and family should be rejuvenating. But what about when spending time with friends starts to feel more draining than rejuvenating? We explain more about emotional vampires, the signs to look out for, and what you can do to get back on track.…
This is why we should all have intergenerational friendships
Uncover the multitude of benefits to befriending people of different generations, and enter a new age of understanding…
Spot the signs that your friendship has turned sour with columnist Michelle Elman
Recognise the signs, and learn what to do if someone once close to you is feeling less like a cheerleader and more like your adversary…
Are low maintenance friendships the way to go?
Maintaining friendships as an adult isn’t always easy, but low maintenance friendships could be the answer to helping us stay connected…