Is 'microshifting' – breaking work into short, intentional blocks – the secret to a happier life? Explore how this pandemic-born trend is reshaping the UK workday, driven by employees seeking control.
With blurred work-life boundaries, 1 in 5 people face burnout. Discover expert strategies for psychological detachment and reclaiming your private time for better health and productivity.
New research shows persistence with unattainable goals harms mental health. Experts explain when to modify or abandon goals for improved wellbeing. Learn the signs.
A clinical psychologist shares how a client tackled feelings of defectiveness and built a life aligned with her values, with or without a partner. Learn key strategies for modern dating.
Facing the dreaded Sunday Scaries before your January return? Google searches surged 84% in 2025. Discover five expert strategies, from mindset shifts to nerve resets, to conquer work anxiety.
New support for young adults leaving care in England includes free prescriptions and eye tests. However, experts warn deep-rooted problems in children's social care persist. Read the full analysis.
Major engineering work will shut sections of the Piccadilly, Mildmay, Elizabeth and DLR lines from January 2-4. Plan your journey with our full list of TfL disruptions for January 2026.
Discover how taking a mental break, from washing up to theatre trips, can unlock creative breakthroughs and solve complex issues. A lesson for work and government.
Feeling overwhelmed? Parenting experts reveal strategies for creating a calmer, happier family life while prioritising your own wellbeing. Learn about routines, boundaries and self-kindness.
The Guardian is investigating the impact of AI on employment. We want to hear from people who are training artificial intelligence systems to perform their current roles.
A new study reveals why 76% of Brits delay going to the loo, and the serious health consequences, from constipation to long-term bowel issues. Listen to your body.
Charities report a 76% surge in demand for support as economic hardship pushes more women into sex work, fuelling a fierce national debate on decriminalisation vs. the 'Nordic Model'. Read the full analysis.
An analysis of Guardian readers' 2025 resolutions reveals a collective shift towards security and control, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Discover what our pledges say about the current moment.
Stuck in traffic or on a crowded train? Discover expert strategies to transform your frustrating daily commute into a time for fitness, creativity, and better work-life balance. Start reclaiming your time today.
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a severe labour shortage in the UK construction industry offers lucrative, future-proof opportunities for young people. Discover the data behind the shift.
Tom Slater spent decades travelling the world as an early digital nomad, only to find himself depressed and unfulfilled. His story exposes the mental health pitfalls of the lifestyle sold on social media.
From Britain's work ethic to the assisted dying bill and Lime bikes, we revisit the seven most thought-provoking debates that defined 2025. Read the verdicts.
Stockton's hyperlocal JobsPlus scheme connects residents with employment, offering financial aid and community support. Over 270 have found jobs since summer 2024. Will funding continue?
A poignant personal essay on finding comfort in your own company during a night out in Bristol, learning to dance with anxiety and grief instead of running from it.
A London couple reveals how they make £1,500+ pet-sitting via Rover while working from home. Discover their top tips for success, avoiding scams, and managing tax obligations.
Meet the Australians who spend Christmas Day on the job. From emergency nurses to pilots and zookeepers, discover how they bring festive cheer to their essential roles.
Two OnlyFans creators, Emily Mai and Alix Lynx, reveal how they balance festive family time with their adult content work, earning up to six figures a month without taking a day off. Discover their unique holiday routines.
Next's Smoothing Ponte Jersey Wide Leg Trousers, priced at £38, are winning over UK shoppers seeking stylish and flattering office wear. Discover why customers are buying them in every colour.
For many, Christmas magnifies feelings of isolation. Discover the therapeutic strategies used to combat festive anxiety and build meaningful social connections for future holidays.
Metro readers share their most cringe-worthy office festive party mistakes, from punch-ups and ill-advised flirting to wardrobe malfunctions and disciplinary action.
By 2035, Artificial General Intelligence could transform UK daily life. From AI GPs and robot lawyers to 15-hour work weeks, discover the profound changes ahead for healthcare, justice, and leisure.
As AI reshapes the workplace, human skills like critical thinking and communication are your key to career growth. Discover the three skills to master in 2026.
Midweek Northern Line closures from January will impact after-work travel for four months. Check before you travel and plan your journey.
As the festive season looms, many UK workers dread the obligatory office party. We explore why forced socialising with colleagues feels like an extension of the workday.
Two UK professionals debate forced festive shutdowns. Does mandatory leave boost productivity or infringe on personal choice? Discover the arguments for and against.