Since I moved in, my boyfriend will only sleep in our bed twice a week Something about this has triggered past feelings for both of you. The key is to unlock the roots of these feelings The Guardian - UK · Jun 10, 2022
Should I put up with my brother-in-law’s toxic views on animal welfare? What would happen if you did lose your temper with him instead of always trying to keep a lid on it? Would that be so terrible? The Guardian - UK · Jun 3, 2022
I appear successful, but since having kids I feel I’ve lost myself Squashing your anger down is exhausting. Try using your free time to do what makes you feel good, and see what shifts The Guardian - UK · May 20, 2022
My husband was hopeless with our babies and I’m still angry. How do I forgive him? It’s no wonder you are furious, despite your husband’s attitude improving. But living with this resentment is not sustainable The Guardian - UK · May 13, 2022
My ex and I argue over my time with our daughter. How can I make things better? Your child is left trying not to upset either of you. Maybe revisit your arrangements with her mum, and talk to your daughter about what she needs The Guardian - UK · May 6, 2022
My mother is too hands-on with our first baby – how can I tell her to leave us alone? You need to set some boundaries – be curious about the advice being offered, and ignore what’s not needed The Guardian - UK · Apr 29, 2022
I worry that ours is not a happy house. What can I do to lift the mood? You say you’re exhausted, and your kids are feeling low. But change has to start with you: try talking as a family, and finding out what excites everyone The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2022
I earn more than my partner, but get irritated about him not paying his way Your unhappiness may not really be about money. You should have an honest talk with him about what the disparity means to both of you The Guardian - UK · Apr 8, 2022
My elder son resents his brother’s special needs – how can I help him understand? It’s important to help your son identify and accept his own feelings, and to make sure he gets time alone with you The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2022
I’m very happy with my partner, but why won’t he divorce his wife? He may feel ashamed, scared – or perhaps he’s just lazy? Either way, you need to look at legal avenues that may open doors for him The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2022
Notes on chocolate: a date with Walthamstow’s master chocolatier Paul A Young puts you right in the sweet spot, writes Annalisa Barbieri The Guardian - UK · Mar 13, 2022
My boyfriend and I have been together for nine months. Why won’t he say ‘I love you’? Even if he says it, will it be enough for you, or is there something about him which makes you feel anxious? The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2022
Our three-year-old says he loves me more than his dad. What can I do? Rest assured, your son is going through a phase, but his father’s distress about this is understandable, says Annalisa Barbieri The Guardian - UK · Jan 21, 2022