The Latest Breaking News from Annalisa Barbieri

I’m 16 and I like a boy, but I have no social skills and don’t know what to do

Lots of adolescents like you missed out on key developmental stages during Covid. Taking risks is scary – but so is missing opportunities

The Guardian - UK · Apr 4, 2025

My boss treats me like a lazy teenager. How can I set some boundaries?

The sad truth is that most people with ‘bad bosses’ leave the job, but it’s early days and you want to make it work, so here are some options you could pursue

The Guardian - UK · Mar 28, 2025

I am insanely jealous of my husband’s ex-colleague. How can I move on?

You may have to sift through some uncomfortable feelings that you’ve buried

The Guardian - UK · Mar 21, 2025

My sister is stressed and distant. I want to help but don’t know how

As the older, ‘parentified’ child, it sounds like your sister has taken on extra responsibilities all her life. She might appreciate you wanting to show you care

The Guardian - UK · Feb 14, 2025

I lost my partner, but our relationship was a secret so I can’t talk to anyone

You need to process your grief by letting other people in. That means telling them about it

The Guardian - UK · Feb 7, 2025

I want children but my partner now says he is not keen. Should I go it alone?

I don’t think it’s fair your partner uses his past relationship to dictate the present with you. You need to have an open and honest conversation to understand each other’s feelings

The Guardian - UK · Jan 31, 2025

My partner wants an open relationship, but is also jealous of my friendships with women

You both appear insecure and are cultivating jealousy in each other. You must focus on building trust for the sake of your child

The Guardian - UK · Jan 24, 2025

I live too far away from my boyfriend and our relationship is suffering

Periods of physical separation are common in most relationships and it takes effort – but you can have the best of both worlds

The Guardian - UK · Jan 17, 2025

My husband is unfaithful and wants an open relationship. Is it time for us to split?

We’ve been together a long time but now he says I either accept an open marriage or we get a divorce. The only way I cope is by turning to alcohol

The Guardian - UK · Jan 10, 2025

Questions to ask yourself ... to improve your friendships

Guardian advice columnist Annalisa Barbieri on strengthening bonds with the people who matter to us

The Guardian - UK · Jan 8, 2025