Abc Everyday

Last year I was working a dream job, running a successful side hustle with my partner and had a core group of friends. It was also the year I booked the most sessions with a counsellor.

People might be surprised how common it is for couples to keep finances separate, says financial adviser Kate McCallum. But is it a good idea, and how do they make it work?

Skincare dupes, aka duplicates or alternatives, are cheaper products that claim to match the look, feel, and effectiveness of more luxury offerings. But do they do what they say?

Women experiencing pelvic pain related to conditions like endometriosis say their concerns are often dismissed. We asked the experts for their advice on being heard.

There are a growing number of hair salons ditching “men and women’s” haircuts for a gender-neutral pricing menu.

“The first two years [of sobriety] was just about giving up drinking,” says Victoria Vanstone, co-host of the Sober Awkward podcast. “But then this whole other journey came to light, which was me trying to like myself and be a bit kinder to myself.”

Going on a platonic date didn’t feel too dissimilar to a romantic one. You dress up, feel nervous, and store comfortable conversation topics in your back pocket.

Everyone loves to bag a bargain, but that can be easier said than done, especially in the retail environment. What are some of the questions you can ask and techniques you can use to get the best deal possible — and which types of stores are most likely to grant you a discount?

How heavy is too heavy? Should it be this painful? Many of us are in the dark about what’s typical and what isn’t when it comes to menstruation.

Whether you are a frivolous spender or frugal, you aren’t immune to buyer’s remorse. But experts say there are ways to break the cycle.