Are your children getting enough sleep?

February 9th, 2010

You wouldn’t be surprised if your camera didn’t switch on because you’d forgotten to recharge its batteries would you? So why is it that many parents fail to realise how important it is for their children to sleep? It may sound like a far fetched metaphor but we all know sleeps main function is to read more »

Divorce rates at 33 year low

February 8th, 2010

Divorce rates are currently at a 33 year low after having dropped for the fifth year in a row, reports The Times.
In 2003 we saw the peak of divorce rates with a staggering 153,176 Brits opting out of marriages. Since then however, there has been a gradual decline with figures decreasing by up to five read more »

Spring clean your house and your head

February 5th, 2010

The beginning of a New Year always brings about a bout of positivity and good intentions that sadly we often fail to carry through. If you are beginning to feel the February slump then you could need a little pick me up. We have heard that spring cleans can be invigorating so why not start read more »

Why independence is important in relationships

February 4th, 2010

Romance often sweeps us up into such a whirlwind that we forget we are our own person. Being deeply connected with our partners is great but we must remember to maintain our independence reports ivillage. Below are a few reasons why.
Independence equals a more fulfilling life. Where is the fun in constantly adjusting the read more »

How to handle your stress using a diary

February 2nd, 2010

Keeping a diary is recommended for conditions such as insomnia and to help you loose weight but it has also been found that it is an absolutely great stress buster. It is not a diary in which you are expected to write a detailed analysis of your emotions throughout the day, it is really there read more »

Confidence Boosters

February 1st, 2010

There are certain situations in life which can deal a real blow to your self confidence. Ups and downs are natural, but if we have to have them we would like to deal with them as gracefully as possible. Allaboutyou have come up with some great pointers to help you push through some of life’s read more »

Find your purpose in life

January 29th, 2010

As part of The Times “10 steps to a better you”, was advise on how to find your purpose in life. Below are a few of the best tips.
If the January blues left you sighing, “What’s the point? Why are we here anyway?”, the answer lies in finding your purpose.
This is something which is read more »

Doing it for the kids, or not?

January 28th, 2010

The Children’s Society has found that family conflict is a huge source of unhappiness, so if you are staying together for the kids, perhaps it isn’t the best option.
Parents experiencing marital strife often think that admitting defeat and splitting up will unsettle their offspring and cause unhappiness. In fact, a comprehensive study on the read more »

When should women stop searching for Mr Right?

January 26th, 2010

According to author Lori Gottilieb, once you hit thirty it is time to settle for Mr Second Best of Mr Right Now.
Gottlieb is the author of Marry Him: The Case for Settling for Mr Good Enough, which is published in the UK next week.
She believes that women who refuse to commit unless they read more »

The Avatar movie blues

January 25th, 2010

The magic of Avatar might have triumphed at the Golden Globes but some of the fans have found the effects of the film go on far longer than the end credit, often leaving them feeling extremely depressed reported The Times.

The argument that films provoke copycat behaviour and extreme actions is an old one. Of read more »