Bel Mooney has been the nation's shoulder to cry on for more than a decade. We chatted to the wisdom-giving wonder woman... Hello Bel! Tell us about your column. My advice column appears every Saturday in the Daily Mail, over two pages, with a potential readership of around six million.…
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My Irrational Thoughts Were a Sign of a Nervous Breakdown – But I Couldn't See It
Musician Nina Plapp found herself in a world of anxiety, depression and superstitious beliefs. With help from her friends, she gradually found peace, happiness and a bright future Just after Christmas 2013, I was making my way across London to the airport when I stopped in my tracks. The worst…
Summer Special: Things to Do at Home
"It's good to touch the green, green grass of home" So, not all of us have an immaculate lawn, but home is where the heart is. For those who relish being in their own environment, with family and friends all around, there are plenty of things you can get up…
I Was Shot at 6 Times, But it Took Me Years to Come to Terms with the Aftermath
A decorated police officer, Carl Rosier-Jones survived a terrifying incident, but the trauma phobia that followed took him on a long, emotional, but rewarding journey PTSD was something I sort of knew about but never had an opinion on. Now I do. I wanted to do something with my life.…
Summertime Stress Syndrome
Summer is all about chilling in the sun. But this doesn’t mean we are free from anxiety. Artist Loren Conner creates six sunny situations where stress can still overwhelm us A Day at the Beach On the surface, things look fine. But look a little closer... The Music Festival…
How to Overcome Your Fear of Flying
Unpacking the causes of your flight anxiety Aerophobia, or the fear of flying, is estimated to affect one in 10 people in the UK – around 6.5 million of us! When it takes hold, symptoms can include sweating, dizziness, nausea, panic, heart palpitations and hyperventilation, all of which can be…
I Spent My Teenage Years Supporting My Alcoholic Mother
James Mowat grew up in a traumatising environment, but being abandoned by his mum gave him the motivation to make a success out of life My parents divorced when I was four years old. I only have vague recollections of my mum as a child, apart from when she would…
Meet the Agony Aunts: Dear Deidre
For nearly 40 years, perfect strangers have been sending ‘Dear Deidre’ Sanders hundreds of letters a week, every week. We meet the nation’s agony aunt extraordinaire Photography | Ken McKay/TV/REX/Shutterstock Hello Deidre, you hardly need an introduction, but could you explain to our readers who you work…
Summer Special: Things to Do in the Country
"Laying back, head on the grass. Chewing gum, having some laughs..." Combine harvesters, wellies, and the scent of freshly spread cow excrement, who doesn't love the English countryside? Whether it's escaping from the hustle and bustle of the city to enjoy some peace and serenity on a walk through the…