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Matthew McConaughey has read all his bad reviews – and I applaud him

The Hollywood actor revealed he once read two-decades’ worth of pans in one fell swoop, during two days in the desert. It’s the kind of preposterous self-flagellation we can all learn from and enjoy, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · 18h ago

A women’s commune sounds like a great retirement option. But I have my doubts

Think back to those terrible flatshares in your 20s. Cohabiting with friends can seem like a dream, but the reality is sometimes less Golden Girls – more Young Ones, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Oct 25

There are five signs that someone dislikes you – but it’s best to ignore them

All the possible indications, from eye contact to body language, come with a disclaimer. The truth is, you can never be totally sure, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18

The pain of letting go of a loved one’s belongings

Letters: Readers respond to Polly Hudson’s article about disposing of her late mother’s possessions

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27

I’ve made a new friend. But dare I show her the real me?

We hit it off, agreed to meet and suddenly we’re bosom buddies. But oh, the stress of always putting myself in the best possible light, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 27

My mum has died - and every decision I make about her belongings feels wrong

Until now I’d never realised how much work is involved in sorting out a parent’s affairs, and how much heartbreak, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 20

The best life hack I’ve ever heard? Monetise what you’re bad at

Phil Heckels has turned his awful pet portraits into a full-time job. As a blueprint for success, embracing your lack of talent has obvious appeal, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16

There are two kinds of people in this world: hosts and guests. Nobody can be both

My hosting persona is an edgier version of Manuel from Fawlty Towers. Invite me to yours, however, and I am a nonstop delight, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 15

A little rudeness can save you from being scammed? Count me in

Being polite to strangers will make everyone love you – especially those who just want to swindle you out of your money. I won’t make that mistake again, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

There are three ways to shut down an annoying conversation – but are they too brutal?

We’ve all had meetings that could have been emails. Often, this also applies to casual chats with your friends, writes Polly Hudson

The Guardian - UK · Sep 6