Eleanor Gordon-Smith

We want our loved ones to cherish our dreams, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith, it’s understandable you want this one taken into account

An accurate gut feeling can be hard to distinguish from overreaction, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But there’s probably a good reason you feel this way regardless

We often wind up with feelings of obligation towards our work, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But ask yourself: would your employer think the same?

It’s a shame your friend has started making jokes like this, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. But there’s a way to put a stop to this dynamic

It's a shame your friend has started making jokes like this, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith . But there's a way to put a stop to this dynamic

There may be ways to protect yourself from her negativity without jettisoning the relationship, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Start by creating boundaries

This omission demonstrates a troubling facility with concealment, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. To move forward, you need to be satisfied there are no more big surprises

She may not realise the effect she’s having on you, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. Try to be clear with her about what would help

You risk alienating your mother by opposing her views and choices, writes advice columnist Eleanor Gordon-Smith. If she’s at risk of exploitation, professionals can help

Eleanor Gordon-Smith My 62-year-old mother has formed an attachment with a man 20 years her junior (let's call him Luke). It is not romantic.