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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Sarah Phillips

The experts: therapists on 19 ways to have much happier, healthier relationships

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‘My number one question to people is: what could you do differently?’ Composite: GNM design/Getty

All relationships take work to help them function healthily – but what can you do when bonds urgently need repairing? Here’s advice from therapists on how to build better connections with everyone in your life, from your mother to your manager.

Communication is key

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