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THE WAY I AM 'We live in a very confusing, complex world'

Actor Michelle Collins, 59, shares her passions and fears. She lives in north London with her partner Mike Davison, 38, and has a daughter, Maia, 25

6 steps to greener finances

We all have the power to make a difference with our money, explains personal finance expert Katie Binns

The Truth about Additives

Reading the labels on ready meals and snacks can help us make healthier choices. Here's the low-down on what gets added to food

Super...staycations

No need to worry about airport hassles, passenger locator forms or flight delays if you're staying in the UK. We round up some of the best places to spend the summer

Hobbies that HEAL

Forget pills. Pleasurable pastimes, such as singing, painting and knitting, can work wonders for your health - without any nasty side effects!

New build for a NEW LIFE

When Shelagh Krasno decided to build her own home on an old tennis court, getting the right team to help was crucial

COOL Britannia

With deckchair stripes, traditional gingham and nautical necklines making waves in the style stakes, it’s time to take a trip to the coast

What's Holding You Back?

Want to clear away the obstacles that are stopping you from moving forward? The answer is in your hands - here's how

Fearless, Fabulous - Fern

The novelist and TV presenter talks self-care, speaking her mind more as she gets older, and her love of the community she now feels part of in Cornwall

What really happens when YOU STOP HRT?

It can be a lifeline if menopausal symptoms have derailed your life, but coming off hormone replacement therapy can sometimes feel like you're heading backwards. Here's what you can do about it

Why Mum's kitchen means HΟΜΕ

Nina Stibbe's childhood memories are inextricably bound up with the mug tree, spice racks and fancy gadgets of her mother's old-school kitchen

TREAT yourself

Book an indulgent break in one of these sumptuous UK luxury hotels – go on, you deserve it

WHAT I'VE LEARNED ‘Everything I do is for my mum'

Singer Alexandra Burke, 33, lives in north London with her footballer boyfriend Darren Randolph, 34. She is expecting their first child

Making THE NEWS

When it comes to setting the current affairs agenda, women are getting increasingly powerful, at last. Here we celebrate today's main players

10 things I know ABOUT LIFE

A brush with death led Georgina Scull to explore what really mattered to her, and how we can all make the most of our fragile, precious lives

‘Therapy is the best thing I've done in my life'

TV and radio broadcaster Charlie Webster, 39, splits her time between LA and London

The day I forgot my life

After a seizure erased her memories, Rachel Hazell, 48, realised she'd have to create new ones

Space SAVERS

Running out of room? Try one of these space-saving ideas

‘For that moment, I was the CAPTAIN!

The magical landscapes of her childhood are at the heart of author Kate Mosse’s writing

Coastal ADVENTURE

The Devon shoreline provided inspiration for Felicity Thomson’s colourful barn renovation

My countryside CHIILDHOOD

Brought up in Devon, Louisa Adjoa Parker was aware that she was the first black person someone met, but explains how things are changing

ALL ABOARD!

Embrace the romance of rail travel with one of these scenic UK journeys

10 things I know about MIDLIFE

From spurning un attering dresses to spending large sums on posh lipstick, Lucy Mangan has her priorities sorted

My First Christmas As A Widow

Stunned by the death of her beloved husband, Diana O’Connor struggled as the festive season drew near – but she has since found fresh hope in life

Reset Your Life Compass

It’s time to reflect and set your sights on making 2020 your best year

Knowing Me Knowing You

From secret languages to sensing the other’s thoughts, the bond between twins will always be special. Three sets share their stories

The Boy In This Picture Is Fearless, And I Love That

Being a comedian was in Lenny Henry’s blood – and it was appearing on New Faces in 1975 that launched his stellar career

A Year With Friends

Catherine Barr made a resolution to walk with a different friend each month of the year. The 12 walks were a joy, so she’s doing it all again

'I'm Proud Of The Lines On My Face, I've Earned Them!'

Actress Jenny Agutter talks to Selina Maycock about Botox, her love of rap music and when she almost fainted in front of a patient

'Tis The Season To Be Tidy

The guests are due – but does it really matter if the house is in its usual state of chaos, wonders bestselling novelist Katie Fforde