Have you got friendship fatigue?

Psychologist Nicola Jane Hobbs shares the benefits of cultivating a laid-back mindset

LET COUNSELLOR KEREN LIGHTEN YOUR LOAD

End that friendship!” blares one video. “Don’t call your sister if it’s draining you!” shouts the next. “Refuse to engage in that repetitive conversation!” says another. It only takes a few swipes on

‘Remember to take breaks that are actually restful. ...

MOOD-BOOSTER

...is that they have their own emotions, and sometimes seem hell-bent on sharing them with you! How can we support and listen without catching negative feelings ourselves?