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‘Yes, I still do’: The real reason I renewed my wedding vows

You've tied the knot, framed the photos and packed your dress away. So why the urge to do…

By Amanda Cassidy

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Polyamory: Is it greedy and selfish? Or are multiple partners the key to fulfilling relationships?

As more and more people openly explore polyamory in Ireland (with 1,500 in one Facebook group), we talk…

By Mairead Heffron

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Will celebrity ‘minimonies’ and micro wedding celebrations spark a new marriage trend?

While we may love to fawn over the luxuries of an elaborate celebrity wedding, smaller ceremonies offer a…

By Sarah Gill

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A relationship counsellor’s take on the ‘living apart together’ trend

When building a pillow wall isn’t good enough, sleeping apart may be the best solution "Huge news," my…

By Amanda Cassidy

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Valentine’s Weekend: 9 romantic films you’ve probably never seen

Staying in this Valentine's weekend? Us too. Here are some romantic films you've probably never seenBetween lockdown lifting…

By Grace McGettigan

Being single in Ireland will cost you
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How much will choosing to be single in Ireland cost you?

Choosing to be single in Ireland will cost you - taxes, infrastructure, rent, unattainable mortgages and social stigma.…

By Kate Demolder

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Lessons in love I had to learn the hard (and often mortifying) way in my 20s

From the medicinal properties of quintessential break-up behaviours (do not bother resisting the ice cream bender) to cultivating…

By Sophie White

SELF

The seven steps of relationship breakdown and how to navigate divorce

We speak to Ireland's only professionally certified Divorce Coach and Separation Mentor about taking the first huge step…

By Amanda Cassidy

RELATIONSHIPS

What should you do when you know your marriage is over?

The end of a relationship is both an emotionally and practically complex moment. We spoke to an experienced…

By Grace McGettigan

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‘It’s been hard to keep such happy news quiet’: Laura Whitmore announces pregnancy news with sweet snap

The 35-year-old Love Island presenter took to Instagram to share her baby news Bray-born TV presenter Laura Whitmore…

By Amanda Cassidy

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The secret to a happy marriage (according to relationship experts)

We talk to David Kavanagh, a psychotherapist who has worked with over 12,000 couples, about love, marriage and the…

By Amanda Cassidy

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Ask the relationship therapist: ‘I’m worried my husband is gay’

Things usually start with a hunch. But that doesn't mean the answer is as black and white as…

By Amanda Cassidy