Consciously uncoupling is possible: choose your battles, build a support network and learn to play the long gameIt’s not always infidelity that leads a couple to split – sometimes a marriage simply runs out of steam and both sides are better off apart. But when that happens, is...
Emily, 26, charity worker, and Barry, 24, maths teacherBarry on EmilyWhat were you hoping for?A laugh, good conversation and nice food.First impressions?She needs to work on her French – she picked the wrong dessert.What did you talk about?London geography, travel, dog borrowing apps and swimming.Any awkward moments?None.Good table...
Before I became a mother, I thought my feminism was a battle fought and won. But having three sons has challenged everythingIt’s always the things you think will be a doddle that end up causing most heartache. When I was asked to write about being a feminist and...
In the bustling heart of the nation's capital lies West Delhi, a vibrant tapestry of cultures, traditions, and a thriving amalgamation of modernity and tradition. Amidst the chaos of city life, where time is a luxury, the quest for a life partner becomes a delicate journey. Enter the sanctuaries...
‘I would have dropped everything, done anything for you’: the letter you always wanted to writeWhen anyone asks whether I have any siblings, I say I have a younger brother. Some people ask more questions about you. How old is he? What does he do? I answer: “Oh,...
I know our friendship is too one-sided, but I cannot bear the thought of being without her. How do I maintain a healthier relationship?I met my best friend a year and a half ago. She’s fantastic and caring, but I feel I have become too reliant on her...
Respondents in England say partners use economic abuse as method of controlVictims of domestic abuse face the choice of their families being plunged into homelessness and poverty, or staying with the abuser, a report has found.More than two-thirds of survivors of domestic abuse have reported their partners withheld...
Tips For Lawn CareNo matter whether it's to aerate, weed or mow the lawn, having access to quality products at the optimal time and place is key for successful lawn care. A professional can also detect potential issues such as disease.Mow regularly to maintain a healthy and weed-free lawn,...
You can meet a partner at any stage of life, says Mariella Frostrup. But to hold onto someone, you need to deal with your insecurities firstThe dilemma I am a 40-year-old chronically single woman. I have had a number of short relationships, but only three lasting more than a...
Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Have a question for Care and Feeding? Email careandfeeding@slate.com or post it in the Slate Parenting Facebook group.Dear Care and Feeding,My husband is the kindest, sweetest man I have ever met. He’s the one who catches and releases spiders. He jumps out of the...
