Can we trust first impressions?
In a split second, our brain judges whether someone is a friend or an enemy, loyal, attractive or neither. But can first impressions ever be correct? By Hélène Fresnel and Laurent Bègue
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Should we spoil kids at Christmas?
Children can learn valuable lessons about generosity at Christmas, if we can avoid over-indulging, says Isabelle Taubes
A letter from Celia Dodd to her daughter
At its best, Christmas is a time of cherished rituals and familiar faces. Yet inevitably, life doesn’t stay the same. Author Celia Dodd drafts a letter to the person who won’t be there this year
The spirit of gratitude
The intention behind what we give is more important than the actual gift, says Tanis Taylor
Mood boost: Candy Fix
Frederic Letailleur, European Make-up Artist for Yves Saint Laurent, exclusively tells Psychologies how to make the most of the new collection “Candy Face” during the winter months
Festive fingers
Hunting for a ‘handy’ stocking filler this Christmas? Here’s our guide to fabulous festive fingers. By Kirsten Mills and Amy Jones
Why we love to gossip
We all know we shouldn’t talk about people behind their backs, but sometimes we can’t help ourselves. Whether we’re among family, at work or with friends, what’s really behind these shameful, but oh-so-enjoyable little betrayals? By Cécile Guéret
10 ways to love your liver
Your liver is one of the hardest working organs in your body – but chances are the festive excesses have left it in need of repair. Helen Foster discovers the best renewal strategies
The energy of anger
Anger is a powerful emotion, and we need to learn to master it, says David Servan-Schreiber
Listen to your inner voice
David Servan-Schreiber on how understanding our consciousness can give meaning to our lives
