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I have always believed that laughter deserves more respect than it usually receives. We talk about productivity, discipline, resilience and wellbeing as though…

A hobby often begins as a private source of pleasure: something you do after work, at weekends, or whenever life gives you a little breathing space. It may be…

A demanding career can look glamorous from the outside: the studio lights, the live events, the books, the travel and the conversations that reach a wide…

Asking for help can feel surprisingly difficult, especially when you are used to being dependable. You may be the person colleagues turn to, the friend who…

For years, I treated my reading glasses as something to be kept out of sight. They lived in handbags, desk drawers and coat pockets, ready to appear only when…

A vision board can be far more useful than a collection of beautiful pictures pinned beside your desk. When it reflects your values, priorities, and next…

There is a particular kind of silence in a newsroom after a difficult story has been filed. The phones may still be ringing, producers may be calling for…

There are moments when your thoughts are clear until the room turns towards you. Then your voice becomes quieter, your words lose their shape, and someone else…

For years, many women have been taught to make themselves easier to accommodate. We soften our opinions, lower our voices, shorten our stories and thank people…

A successful panel discussion feels effortless to the audience, but that ease comes from thoughtful preparation. The host is balancing several responsibilities…