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How to say ‘no’ to your child - and stick to it

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Published on Nov 04, 2026 03:38 pm IST

How to say ‘no’ to your child - and stick to it

Arranged marriage is about more than salaries and families: Conversations to have before you commit

What to discuss before saying yes to an arranged marriage.

Updated on Nov 03, 2026 08:38 pm IST

People Are Using AI for Divorce Advice and It’s Driving Their Lawyers Crazy

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In a spring survey of 133 lawyers at Cordell & Cordell, a national family-law firm, 80% said clients had sent them correspondence, draft pleadings or strategy suggestions they believed were generated with AI.

Published on Nov 03, 2026 08:37 am IST

Intensive parenting is no longer the preserve of the rich

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More than half of American children take part in a sport after school or on weekends. In 2024 this cost the average family $1,016, just for one child’s main sport.

Updated on Nov 02, 2026 08:47 am IST

Ambitious people can have healthy relationships: Psychologist explains

Being ambitious does not mean that one has to let go of meaningful romantic relationships.

Updated on Oct 29, 2026 09:07 pm IST

Upside of untidiness: why little mess can be good for your home

Updated on Oct 27, 2026 12:40 pm IST

From joint loans to inheritance: 6 important conversations every couple should have

Here's how singles can handle marriage pressure.

Published on Oct 23, 2026 09:06 pm IST

Feeling emotionally distant from your spouse? The signs of disconnection that couples often overlook

Understanding why couples can feel lonely despite having no obvious problems.

Published on Oct 23, 2026 11:06 pm IST

A single person's guide to surviving family gatherings filled with marriage jokes and advice

Here's how singles can handle marriage pressure.

Updated on Oct 18, 2026 11:54 am IST

Things nobody tells you about marriage: From managing conflicts to navigating changing expectations

Here are the things nobody tells you about sharing a life with someone.

Updated on Oct 16, 2026 11:08 pm IST

Dating coach says you don’t have to be on dating apps, just need ‘10 seconds of courage’

Dating coach Lily Womble says this may be the most opportune time to find love in person. Here is her three-part approach you can try now. (Freepik)

Published on Oct 14, 2026 08:38 pm IST

Away from home during the festive season? Psychiatrist explains how it can affect mental health

Being alone during the festive season is usually a difficult experience.

Updated on Oct 13, 2026 11:08 pm IST

AI and mental health: Can chatbots replace human connection? Psychotherapist explains

AI may sound caring and psychologically informed, but its responses can be inaccurate or unsuitable for a person’s circumstances.

Published on Oct 13, 2026 11:08 pm IST

Feeling taken for granted in your relationship? Psychologist shares 5 signs the effort is one-sided

Are you tired of putting in all the efforts in the relationship? Check out the key indicators of a one-sided relationship.

Updated on Oct 12, 2026 11:07 pm IST

Why is making friends as an adult so hard? Know the 3 ways to build connections

Take the first step to make friends.

Published on Oct 11, 2026 11:07 pm IST

Why do you keep checking your ex’s social media? Psychologist shares 5 ways to break the habit

Learn the psychology behind the compulsion to check your ex's profile.

Updated on Oct 06, 2026 11:07 pm IST

Still waiting for an apology from ex? Expert shares 4 ways to find closure without hearing ‘sorry’

Any relationship that ends on an ambiguous note becomes sour. As you leave, make sure you try to find your own closure.

Published on Oct 05, 2026 08:05 pm IST

Forcing one to always be positive can have the opposite effect: Therapist explains toxic positivity

Toxic positivity can lead to a person bottling up their true feelings in a relationship.

Updated on Oct 05, 2026 06:07 pm IST

Relationship coach warns women never to 'give a second chance to a man who does this' on Instagram

Relationship coach Chetna Chakravarthy says stop giving men who ghosted you a second chance. (Representative pic: Freepik)

Published on Oct 04, 2026 09:35 pm IST

Therapist explains why we need to stop treating parents like babies who can’t grow

Just because the parents are old does not mean that they have to stop growing emotionally, shares Jeff Guenther.

Updated on Oct 02, 2026 07:35 pm IST

How to realise you are starting to resent someone? Therapist shares 5 warning signs

Recognising the signs of resentment allows people to have the conversations they need.

Updated on Oct 01, 2026 10:35 pm IST

Called out for being emotionally immature? Therapist shares 4 ways to not be…

People often realise being emotionally immature after being called out.

Updated on Sept 30, 2026 06:36 pm IST

Durjoy Datta shares touching note on why people choose parenthood

Read more to find out writer Durjoy Datta's take on parenthood!

Updated on Sept 29, 2026 08:06 pm IST

‘Mamdani found love on it’: Hinge CEO reveals secrets to success on dating app

Jackie Jantos, CEO of Hinge, talks about Mamdani finding love on her app, Hinge's initiatives against catfishing, and more.

Updated on Sept 30, 2026 09:43 am IST

Should you talk it out or end the relationship? Expert answers

Identify the indicator which tells you to break off the relationship.

Published on Sept 28, 2026 08:37 pm IST

Is your online romance a scam? Cybersecurity expert shares 7 red flags

Cybersecurity expert warns about digital romance scams.

Published on Sept 28, 2026 09:37 pm IST

Can vulnerability be weaponised in a relationship? Couples counsellor explains

Timing gives a clue about vulnerability being weaponised, shares Jeff Guenther.

Updated on Sept 27, 2026 06:17 pm IST

Is Instagram making you overthink love? Not every sign is a red flag: Therapist

Relationship should not be labelled as per social media jargon. They are much more complex in reality.

Published on Sept 24, 2026 02:53 pm IST

Therapist shares 5 rules to avoid falling hard in the early days of dating

One should not assume anything in the early days of a relationship, shares Jeff Guenther.

Updated on Sept 22, 2026 10:36 pm IST

Therapist explains why people like us more than we think

We are the only ones aware of our internal criticisms following a conversation.

Updated on Sept 21, 2026 10:18 pm IST

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