A job that changed me: As an anxious first-time surgical assistant, the casual workplace dynamics surprised me
I’ve had quite a few surgical procedures over the years but one always sticks in my mind. The 7am arrival ...
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I’m 21 and anxious about the future. How do I take care of myself without living in a bubble? | Leading questions
I’m 21, and all my life I’ve been anxious about the future. It’s not getting better. There are a lot ...
My partner sleeps at least 10 hours a night. Should I accept this situation won’t change? | Leading questions
I am in a relationship with a lovely man who I first dated when we were 19 and 20 years ...
Learn-to-cycle courses are booming in Australia as adults saddle up for the ‘golden age’ of biking
On a quiet path in a sunny, grassy park, six women are playing an unusual game of limbo. All on ...
My son is moving out. I’m happy for him but I’m bereft. How can I stop feeling so terrible? | Leading questions
My son is moving out. I’m happy for him but I’m bereft. I know “empty nest” is a cliche but ...
Kindness of strangers: I was sobbing with pain when a cashier gave me hot chocolate
I had picked up a box of books at work when my back just went – I have never experienced ...
A friend I’ve known for 50 years has become a self-absorbed, petulant know-all. Should I cut off contact? | Leading questions
An old friend – we first met over 50 years ago – used to be kind, supportive and good company. ...
I was always the first to message friends. When I stopped I lost my entire circle. Am I a crap person? | Leading questions
I’m a 43–year-old man. Well-educated, with a healthy social skill level. I’ve always been surrounded by friends. Always invited to ...
My friend keeps sending me unsettling social media videos. How do I tell her to stop? | Leading questions
My friend of 30 years keeps sending me social media posts and videos that I either don’t find funny or ...
Back on ya bike! How to keep your bicycle running smoothly and save amid the fuel crisis
With fuel prices soaring and service stations running dry, you might find yourself taking a second look at that old ...
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