Expert Advice for a Sober and Enjoyable Christmas
A psychotherapist reveals how ditching alcohol can lead to a more meaningful and less stressful festive season. Learn how planning and realism can support your sobriety goals.
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I'm A Celeb stress caused drug relapse, says Iain Lee
Comedian Iain Lee reveals how the intense pressure of ITV's I'm A Celebrity led to a drug relapse after 13 years sober. He now works as a counsellor and calls for better mental health support on reality TV.
Parcel2Go: The Secret to a Stress-Free Christmas for Mums
Discover how Parcel2Go is helping UK mothers get organised for the festive season with stress-free parcel sending and a 10% discount on international shipping. Make Christmas lighter and more manageable.
All Bar One's Festive Cocktails & Food Review
We review All Bar One's festive menu in Sheffield, featuring cocktails with Mallow & Marsh and Absolut Vodka, plus burgers and small plates. Find out what's worth ordering this Christmas.
70/30 Parenting: A Less Stressful, Happier Family Life
Discover the 70/30 parenting philosophy adopted by a former GLAMOUR editor. Learn how aiming for 'good enough' 70% of the time reduces burnout and creates a healthier, more realistic family dynamic for UK parents.
The hidden stress of refillable advent calendars for parents
A decade-long struggle with reusable advent calendars reveals the impossible quest for fairness, festivity, and usefulness. Discover why one parent now starts planning in July.
Bank of England to loosen capital rules for UK banks
The Bank of England plans to lower capital requirements for major UK lenders, aiming to boost loans to households and firms. Stress tests show top banks can withstand a severe downturn.
Rage Rooms: Stress Relief or Counterproductive?
Explore the UK's rage room phenomenon where people pay to smash objects for stress relief. Experts debate whether this cathartic release actually helps mental health or fuels aggression.
London's Best Christmas Markets & Events for 2025
Discover the top Christmas markets in London for 2025, from Columbia Road to Spitalfields, plus festive dining, ice skating, and theatre. Your essential guide to December in the capital.
Felicity Cloake's One-Hour Party Plan Revealed
Discover food writer Felicity Cloake's ingenious one-hour party plan for stress-free entertaining. Perfect recipes and tips for busy hosts wanting to impress guests effortlessly.
Human Dog Bed £109 Off & 'So Relaxing'
Debenhams slashes £109 off a faux fur human dog bed praised for its comfort and stress relief. Discover this unique 'pet bed for humans' deal now.
Rage Rooms Boom: 90% of Customers Are Women
Demand for rage rooms is surging across the UK, with 90% of customers being women. Discover why women are seeking cathartic release and explore the data behind the growing gender anger gap.
Parent WhatsApp Groups: The Modern Parenting Hell
Discover why parent WhatsApp groups have become a relentless source of stress for UK families and learn how to reclaim your peace. Read the full story now.
The Rise of the 'Leastess' in Modern Party Hosting
Discover why modern party hosting has become a source of anxiety and how the 'leastess' phenomenon is changing social dynamics. Learn to reclaim joyful entertaining.
Dog stress signs surge as UK workers return to office
Blue Cross warns of rising dog stress as workers leave pets home alone. Learn key stress signs and how to help your anxious dog. Protect your pet's wellbeing today.
London's Most Christmassy Pub Dazzles With Lights
The Churchill Arms in Kensington has unveiled its spectacular annual Christmas display, featuring 90 conifer trees and thousands of fairy lights. Discover this global attraction.
Sky Garden's Christmas 2025: Festive Dining & Music
London's Sky Garden transforms into a winter wonderland with live music, Moët & Chandon cocktails, and sky-high festive menus. Book now for a glamorous Christmas celebration.
Share Your Simple Ways to Beat Stress
What's the one thing that always leaves you feeling calm and positive? The Guardian wants to hear your unique, simple methods for combating daily stress and overwhelm.
Emma Pooley: From Injury to Olympic Cycling Success
How a stress fracture forced runner Emma Pooley onto a bike, leading to Olympic silver, world championship gold and an unexpected love for cycling. Discover her inspiring transformation.
Ian Smith's Comedy Breakthrough: Authentic Stand-Up
Yorkshire comedian Ian Smith transformed his career by ditching gimmicks for authentic storytelling about anxiety and fertility struggles. Discover his journey to success.
Mum calls for homework to be abolished in UK
Parenting coach and ex-teacher Abi Clarke argues homework causes stress and should be scrapped. Discover why she believes home should be for relaxation, not work.
Two-thirds of UK nurses work while sick
Shocking RCN survey reveals 66% of nurses work through illness due to understaffing and stress. Urgent action needed to protect NHS workforce and patient care.
The Surprising Health Benefits of Giving Up
New research reveals that abandoning unfulfilling goals may reduce anxiety, improve wellbeing and protect against chronic illness. Discover why quitting could be your smartest move.
HMRC child benefit errors cause parent distress
Parents reveal shocking stories of HMRC errors stopping child benefit payments based on incorrect data. Ukrainian refugees and British families face repayment demands for non-existent holidays.
Physics reveals why Britain's overwork culture leads to burnout
A former physics student uses scientific principles to explain Britain's burnout epidemic and why treating exhaustion as personal failure is a design flaw in our economy.
Winter Gardens: Beckenham's New Christmas Attraction
Beckenham Place Park transforms into Winter Gardens with indoor ice rink, festive market and circus shows. Free entry from November 15 to January 4.
Dunelm's £20 Christmas tree hailed as 'magnificent'
Shoppers are raving about Dunelm's budget-friendly 6ft Christmas tree, praising its surprising quality and value. Discover why this £20 tree is perfect for smaller living rooms.
John Lewis Christmas Ad Faces Consumer Backlash
Guardian readers criticise John Lewis's Christmas advert as a cynical ploy exploiting family values to drive sales, questioning its portrayal of gender roles and masculinity.
Unwrapped Christmas Gifts: 1 in 6 Adults Approve
New research reveals a generational divide in Christmas gift-giving etiquette, with 20% of Gen Z and Millennials seeing nothing wrong with unwrapped presents. Discover the festive trends.
Boots Showstopper: £448 Beauty Box for £90
Discover the Boots Showstopper Beauty Box with 26 premium products worth £448.09 for just £90. The perfect Christmas treat for skincare, makeup and fragrance lovers.
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