Loneliness
Enda Murphy on 03 Nov 2021
Do you really need friends? Yes but who they are depends on gender, age and need
The reasons why we make and have and keep friends varies and changes throughout different stages of our life. Psychotherapist Enda Murphy speaks about making and keeping friends in this month’s mental health feature.
Ilka Denker on 10 Oct 2021
Mo(o)ving towards better mental wellbeing in rural Ireland
In acknowledgement of World Mental Health Day on Sunday 10 October, Ilka Denker talks with John Keane, co-founder of Make the Moove and Macra president.
on 01 Sep 2021
The sinister side of athleticism
The Olympic Games brought to light the mental health struggles of some of the athletes and the strain that trying to achieve at that level can put on a person. Writes psychotherapist Enda Murphy
Contributor on 31 Mar 2021
Watch: finding purpose at each stage of our lives is essential part of journey
When you are lonely, life can be like constantly feeling on the outside, looking at the world through an imaginary barrier through which we can never break through. Psychotherapist Enda Murphy writes.
Ask Miriam on 02 Dec 2020
I’m struggling to support my friend after the loss of her mother
The loss hit my friend very hard, as she was living at home with her as her carer as well.
Contributor on 02 Sep 2020
A crowd is not company
Psychotherapist Enda Murphy writes about overcoming loneliness by learning to accept ourselves, just as we are.
Contributor on 05 Aug 2020
Absence makes the heart grow fonder, and weaker
Loneliness can have a negative impact on your physical and mental health. To beat it, Dr Mark Rowe advises the prioritisation of people with shared interests, values and attitudes.
Amii McKeever on 04 Jul 2020
Reader Writes: From social dancing to social distancing
With social dancing impossible thanks to COVID-19, avid dancer and dance teacher Marian Bradley fears a devastating impact on those that rely on the outlet for their physical and mental health
Marcella Connolly on 13 May 2020
Living Life: keeping the lights on
Faraway Martin speaks to Marcella Connolly about the release of his first single from his self-titled debut EP
Contributor on 29 Apr 2020
Health: the kindness connection
Dr Mark Rowe explores the two of sides of kindness; how being kind helps others, but can also benefit you too
Anne O'Donoghue on 25 Mar 2020
‘It’s like a pub with no beer’
Over the years JJ’s Truck Stop has gone through three vans, been on both sides of the Youghal Bridge and despite its American aesthetic, is very much rooted in Irish community values
Mairead Lavery on 30 Oct 2019
Women in Touch
Women’s groups remain a vital support for women of all ages, all backgrounds, all cultures and all abilities across rural Ireland writes Mairead Lavery.
Anne O'Donoghue on 13 Feb 2019
Are you a television star in the making?
Everyone needs a little help sometimes, and while having your problems solved, why not become a TV sensation? writes Anne O’Donoghue
Mairead Lavery on 06 Feb 2019
Talking freely: how a free, friendly phone call can keep older people connected
Something as simple as a free, friendly phone call could be the glue that keeps older people living in their own homes and connected to their communities for longer. Mairead Lavery reports
Contributor on 19 Dec 2018
Desperate Farmwife: Celebrating Christmas far from home
This month, our Desperate Farmwife reflects on the mixed emotions of celebrating Christmas when you are far from home
Ask Miriam on 21 Nov 2018
We have slept apart for almost 10 years with very infrequent or no intimacy
Dear Miriam, the lack of intimacy in our marriage is putting a strain on our relationship.
Ask Miriam on 12 Sep 2018
Is it normal to have feelings for a girlfriend from long ago?
Dear Miriam, is it normal for an old fellow like me to have feelings for a girlfriend from long ago?
Ask Miriam on 22 Aug 2018
Dear Miriam: 'I'm so lonely since moving for the man I love'
'I moved counties for the man I love; but why do I feel so lonely here?'
Contributor on 30 May 2018
Desperate Farmwife: regret and motherhood
This week, our Desperate Farmwife asks do we ever regret motherhood?
Ask Miriam on 14 Feb 2018
‘Would counselling help me find my true love?’
Dear Miriam, I have been let down in love in the past and worry about the future; would counselling help?