Psychology
I’m unlikely to ever have children, but perhaps this is the prize instead
Becoming a childless aunt started with sadness, then guilt, and now joy.
- Pip Jarvis
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- Opinion
- Opinion
If you laugh, you can’t be offended and other essential truths I’ve learnt
We once sought advice from philosophers and academics, today it’s best provided by people who understand the basic rules of life and live them in front of the cameras.
- Wendy Syfret
Raising boys isn’t as scary as you think. These experts are here to help
Parenting boys in 2026 can feel like a minefield. Here’s how to manage it without losing touch with your son.
- Kimberly Gillan
- Opinion
- Cafe
My cafe is the best in the city. Coffee has nothing to do with it
We love to argue about grind size, obscure blends and pour-overs, but too rarely talk about the thing that actually determines whether a cafe matters.
- Alison Fonseca
How this kaleidoscopic condition can help your life and career
Billie Eillish, Cynthia Erivo and Pharrell Williams have harnessed this condition through their art, but how can everyday people with it use it to their benefit?
- Gary Nunn
- Opinion
- Sunday Life
When friends can’t support each other through break-ups, this is the grim alternative
If we look to AI for connection, we may lose our ability to truly relate to others.
- Brooke Boney
- Explainer
- Real life
What’s the secret to a well-rounded life? These researchers have a theory
Whether it’s crafting or learning to play a ukulele, a hobby can boost your mental health and improve your ability to focus. Here’s why.
- Angus Holland
What’s in a name? Turns out, quite a lot
An enduring point of fascination for pop culture, our names can be powerful, influencing everything from our personality to our career.
- Shona Hendley
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- AHPRA
‘Very dark place’: Psychologist pays price of vexatious complaints
Complaints to the health regulator from a disgruntled ex-employee who tried to sell tarot card readings to her patients have destroyed Jenna’s mental health and cost thousands in legal fees and higher insurance premiums.
- Charlotte Grieve
The secret to keeping your new year’s resolutions? Using this simple strategy
Many people start the year with good intentions to make lasting change, only for their resolutions to fizzle out before they can take hold. This is where they’re going wrong.
- Gretchen Reynolds