by Rachel New | Sep 28, 2022 | healthy dating, menopause, relationships, sex
It is easier than ever to talk about and get help and information about perimenopause and menopause. But the effects of the menopause on both body and mind can have a significant impact on relationships and sexual intimacy. The menopause is also an opportunity to...
by Rachel New | Oct 17, 2021 | books, diversity, empathy, reading
Here are some of my favourite novels written by authors from a range of cultures that taught me something about relationships. Research shows that reading is a great way to develop your understanding of people who are both the same as and different from you. And...
by Rachel New | May 12, 2021 | communication skills, mental health, social anxiety
During Mental Health Awareness Week, let’s help to reduce the stigma around mental health issues by thinking about how to enhance our mental health and practise self-care in dating and in our all relationships. Good relationships promote well-being and reduce...
by Rachel New | Jan 1, 2021 | emotional intelligence, empathy, ethical dating, relationships
The skills you need to build, sustain and improve a romantic relationship are not that different from those you need for other areas of your life: family, friends, the workplace. In this post I’ll discuss a few key skills we can all work on, whether we’re...
