Why so sensitive?

Emily Coxhead on her journey from sensory overload to soothing storytelling, and how her books are helping children understand their emotions, one sense at a time

We’ve been told that tough is strong. But science – and life – suggests something else. From emotional preheating to simmering, these tips and hacks could be the key to making gentleness your superpower

What happens to your body when it’s put under pressure?

You may not have the ability to change other people but you do have the power to improve your relationship with them

Find out how to spot the signs and what to do about it

It’s a self-inflicted feeling that holds you back, burns you out and saps your motivation – and it’s time to get it sorted