INSANE: 5 - The Real Truth

I’m desperately unhappy with my job, but my boss relies on me. Should I quit?

We often wind up with feelings of obligation towards our work, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But ask yourself: would your employer think the same?

The Guardian - AU · Apr 4, 2024

My boyfriend’s behaviour is making me second-guess everything. What should I do?

An accurate gut feeling can be hard to distinguish from overreaction, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But there’s probably a good reason you feel this way

The Guardian - AU · Mar 28, 2024

My lifelong dream has been to rescue cats. My partner is allergic – what do I do?

We want our loved ones to cherish our dreams, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith, it’s understandable you want this one taken into account

The Guardian - AU · Mar 22, 2024

Sometimes I feel bad I don’t have a relationship with my parents. Should I get back in touch and try again?

We only get one family, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith, but if you reach out wanting something from them you may be disappointed

The Guardian - AU · Feb 8, 2024

Afternoon Update: expert finds no evidence of ‘gas the Jews’ chant at rally; two killed by Sydney freight train; and Amazon profits surge

Examination finds with ‘overwhelming certainty’ that the words used at march near Sydney Opera House were ‘where’s the Jews?’, police say

The Guardian - AU · Feb 2, 2024

There is a huge difference between my partner’s financial situation and mine. How can this be bridged?

Money can be so divisive, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. When you discuss it with your partner, focus on each other’s feelings, not objective fairness

The Guardian - AU · Feb 1, 2024

I think I might like a guy, but I’m still in high school. I want to date him but should I just wait?

You’re allowed to start living now, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. As long as you’re fair and kind, fear of hurt isn’t a reason to avoid things

The Guardian - AU · Jan 25, 2024

Post-divorce, I’m isolating myself at home alone. How do I get out of this funk?

Sometimes screens and nothing time can be exactly what we need, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith, but long term they can set a trap

The Guardian - AU · Jan 18, 2024

My father becomes passive aggressive at Christmas. How can we make it better?

New plans could make room for new dynamics, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith, but there are deeper issues at play you shouldn’t ignore

The Guardian - AU · Jan 11, 2024

My daughter is five. Am I letting her down by not pushing her towards a future career?

Putting pressure on your child now won’t guarantee her future, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith – but it will guarantee your relationship with her changes

The Guardian - AU · Dec 28, 2023