SHOCKING: 8 - What They Never Told You

My boyfriend controls me and threatens to leave when I see my friends. What can I do?

He is being abusive and in the UK this sort of behaviour – coercive control – is a crime

The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2023

Biting the skin off my fingers feels like self-harm – but I can’t stop

Therapy could help you figure out why you still resort to this coping mechanism from your past – which is one I can relate to

The Guardian - UK · May 26, 2023

I can’t get past how empty I feel since my best friend died

Grief is a massive emotion that can take years to process, but you can and will grow around it

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2023

How can I take back control of my life when my parents support me financially?

You don’t need to earn your own money to make adult decisions – it comes from taking responsibility for yourself and your actions

The Guardian - UK · Apr 21, 2023

My partner doesn’t want me on the mortgage – should I be worried?

A power imbalance in your relationship could spell trouble for the future. It’s time to have an honest conversation

The Guardian - UK · Apr 14, 2023

I’m sure my friend has an eating disorder. Should I try to talk to her about it?

I understand your urge to help but, as you say, the fact that you don’t bring it up could be what makes you a valued friend

The Guardian - UK · Apr 7, 2023

How do I protect my bereaved friend from predatory behaviour?

Keep in touch regularly. She may get defensive so a gentle approach may help your friend open up

The Guardian - UK · Mar 31, 2023

My mother-in-law is so possessive about our unborn baby. What can I do?

Set boundaries about contact you’ll have with your in-laws – and don’t put your husband in the position of defending his family

The Guardian - UK · Mar 24, 2023

I’m lonely, in my 30s, and find it very hard to make new friends

Social anxiety and a dislike of party culture can create a void of loneliness, but there are ways to beat the fear

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2023

I feel the pull of family in New Zealand but worry about leaving my London life

It’s possible that you are searching for a sense of belonging stemming from your childhood, when you moved around a lot. Don’t rush this decision

The Guardian - UK · Mar 10, 2023