If the house caught fire, whom would you rescue: your partner, your dog or your identical twin?

Chloe Hamilton reflects on her intense relationship with Lydia, her twin sister

I travelled across America to discover my mother’s secrets – and instead found that I have my own

My journey into the world showed me that adventures are for me too

Don’t fret, neurotics – there are advantages to worrying

Negative mental chatter and anxious fantasies may not be all bad – they could bring benefits such as greater creativity and better health

We can’t predict the future, but appreciating its uncertainties will make us happier

Coincidences are far more likely to happen than we think – so we should expect the unexpected and avoid magical thinking

What makes us flourish in life? I set off to find out

From cabin dwellers to chateau owners, it’s a zest for life – even the small things – that makes us flourish

Green revolution: how I learned to be an eco warrior, one step at a time

I was in denial about climate action – until I realised that you might just have to despair to care…

Is it possible to spot a good liar – and why do we all tell tales?

Most people are honest, but when I was lied to it left me questioning all my own opinions

‘Your body is miraculous – enjoy it!’ 10 ways to be much more body-confident

Forget your inhibitions this summer. Instead, wear colourful clothes, get enough rest and celebrate every personal best

Time-warped: how modern life shortens our perspectives

Many of us feel the anxiety of living in a time of ‘polycrisis’, but taking a long view will help you cope

‘Hoard evidence of your greatness’: 10 ways to be much more confident at work

Make people laugh, keep a praise file, deal with your inner critic – and avoid comparison-itis. Here is how to connect with colleagues and feel more positive

‘I started to unravel’: Why do so many women over 40 struggle with stress?

I coped with kids and a busy career, so why was I suddenly overwhelmed?

Overwhelmed in London, I moved to Berlin to save my sanity – and savour a new life

Irish author Naoise Dolan on taking refuge in the German capital

Biting the skin off my fingers feels like self-harm – but I can’t stop

Therapy could help you figure out why you still resort to this coping mechanism from your past – which is one I can relate to

How the perils of mountain biking helped me cope with my brain tumour diagnosis

Hurtling down trails on two wheels might not be the most obvious way to cope with a life-changing news but for Tracey Croke it helped her find inner peace

A Chelsea garden for our darkest days

Darren Hawkes, garden designer and Samaritans helpline volunteer, has created a space full of empathy at the Chelsea Flower Show. By Donna Ferguson