Wellbeing

The Matildas were a dejected bunch after a 3-0 belting by Germany in Marseille. (AP PHOTO)

Four years of pressure to fall short, how do Olympians cope?

They spend their lives in four-year cycles preparing for one chance at Olympic glory, but the reality is, more of them will fall short than the three that make it to a podium.

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Top psychologist Anna Mathur says accepting these 10 harsh truths can help you live more freely and with greater confidence than ever before.

10 harsh truths you need to accept to be truly happy

Top psychologist Anna Mathur says accepting these 10 harsh truths can help you live more freely and with greater confidence than ever before.

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Having sex in a tent connected me to the great outdoors.

Sex outdoors connected me to my primal self

During our 16-year marriage, my soon-to-be ex-husband and I went to many different middle-class campsites, but we never had sex in any of them.

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Experts confirm two new ways to reduce risk of dementia

Dementia experts worldwide want governments and individuals to do more to tackle risks, starting in childhood.

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The cases of legionnaires' disease continue to rise as authorities trace the source of the outbreak.

Health warning: Legionnaires’ numbers surge as officials track source

Some people suffering from the legionnaires' disease breakout are in intensive care as health authorities scramble to identify the source.

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Only once the writer severed ties with her mother did she want to become a mum.

Once I severed ties with my mum, I wanted to become a mother

‘I haven’t spoken to my mother in five years and never will again.’ One writer’s brutally honest account of the tough choice that transformed her life.

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For most women, there comes a point when they realise they’ve hit middle age with a bang and having more sex may bring positive benefits.

Why middle-aged women are being encouraged to have more sex

For most women, there comes a point when they realise they’ve hit middle age with a bang and having more sex may bring positive benefits.

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Those that believe love is all down to fate may have a problem.

Believing love is down to fate could be your biggest problem

Some romantics might like to think that finding their partner was all down to fate but this could be their biggest problem.

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A nightclub bouncer has told how he was left in a coma and nearly died after “continuously” puffing away on a disposable vape during night overnight shifts.

Dad told he ‘won’t make it past 40’ after common habit leaves him in coma

The 20-year-old was working when he started throwing up blood. The next thing he remembers is waking up from a coma.

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The latest wellness trend can have some unpleasant side-effects.

Wellness trend that can cause ‘out of body’ experiences

It is the trendy wellness practice that has taken the health industry by storm, but it can trigger unpleasant out-of-body experiences, experts have warned.

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Previous generations may have put up with their parents’ annoying quirks but millennials tend to cut ties altogether. 

Why millennials are going ‘no contact’ with their parents

A growing number of millennials are cutting off contact with their parents — and they are being egged on by social media. Here’s why.

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A study appears to show doing some exercise in the hours before going to bed could help you sleep better.

How 3 minute workouts before bed can help boost sleep

If you’re hoping to drift off into a long slumber a study shows exercising before bed might help you sleep better.

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A tanning expert has revealed the simple tricks to follow to achieve the perfect glow.

Five things you need to know to avoid a fake tan fail

There’s no shortage of fake tan formulations to choose from, including sprays, mousses, serums and body butter. Now, tanning expert James Read has shared his secrets so you can achieve the perfect glow.

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Psychiatrists suggest that more people should stop blaming their parents for adult issues.

Psychiatrist: Stop blaming your parents for all your woes

Psychiatrist: At times it feels as though everyone is claiming to be traumatised now, but don’t fall for the trend of blaming it all on your parents.

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Soft drink has been identified as one of the worst things for your diet.

Dietitian reveals the No.1 thing to avoid at all costs

Eating ultra-processed foods can lead to major health issues and a leading dietician has revealed the No.1 thing you should avoid.

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