Coping with loss

From the sentimentality of the season to the pressure to be joyful, the festive period can feel tough when you’re grieving. As we mark Grief Awareness Week, one writer – who’s carrying the loss of her fiancé and her father – shares what she’s learned

Grief coach Jennifer Hacker shares how looking after her body helped her recover from the loss of her son more than 20 years ago.

‘The cultural script for Christmas is loud, but ...

Simple tips to feel less isolated and more cared for during the Christmas season

One in five older people in the UK admits to feelings of loneliness – and this only intensifies at Christmas. What is causing this crisis and how can we combat the sense of isolation?

We can’t predict exactly how you’ll be feeling as the year comes to a close, but our best guess is that you’ll be in need of a breather. Because for many of us, 2025 has not been painless. Political t