Like cars, every relationship requires a bit of an occasional service, and fine-tuning should be compulsory.

Since so many romantic comedies vary little in their storyline, the success or failure of such movies depends largely on whether we believe in the relationship of the protagonists.

Placing "amicable" and "separation" together creates an oxymoron - we don't usually decide to end a partnership until the very sight of our soon-to-be ex fills us with disgust, misery, agony or a combination of all three.

There are more than enough people with serious mental issues who really do need professional help without all the other Toms, Dicks and Harriets rushing to the therapist's couch.

Sustaining true friendship is a lot more challenging than we give it credit for.

Having a baby is a disaster for your career. I don't think there's any sympathy.

As a species, we tend to be doers, forever shaping and reshaping the world to better suit our purposes.