Vaishnavi Venkatraman, Special to Gulf News

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Say ‘no’, stop people-pleasing

We evaluate ways to become more assertive and set boundaries

It is important to ask yourself who and what your priorities are.

Should you wear sunscreen in winter?

We spoke to dermatologists about skin issues women face during winter

Our skin needs a little bit of prepping to get winter-ready, like applying sunscreens!

Is it important to say ‘thank you’ to those we love?

Respect may be the key to getting someone to commit to a relationship

Gratitude in relationships means reaffirming that you appreciate your partner’s qualities, behaviour, and how they make you feel.

What makes love last in a marriage?

People deserve respect in a relationship for marital stability

A deep level of connection draws us closer to our partner for reasons we cannot articulate.

Can’t let go of the past? Here's why...

It bugs, it traps and doesn’t let you move on. How to break it…

Cognitive immobility happens when you are stuck in a certain place, event or experience - mentally

The art and science of adult friendships

It takes about 200 hours, says science…

Adult friendships can be easy or hard, depending on many factors. For some, social skills are a part of their personality and it comes to them naturally to make friends.

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