Worried about a market crash? Here’s how to protect your retirement savings
John Kenneth Galbraith once said: “The only function of economic forecasting is to make astrology look respectable.” Based on this, we can safely assume that he didn’t try to ‘time the market’ with his portfolio. After the TSX’s three strong years of growth, a discussion about when the next decline is coming has been increasing. […]
Empathy is a core life skill. Here’s how to teach it to your kids
Open this photo in gallery: Illustration by The Globe and Mail/iStock Ask a Child Psychologist offers insights and advice on navigating youth emotional and mental well-being. It is not a substitute for professional psychological or medical advice. At a time when many parents are worried about children’s anxiety, social disconnection and capacity to manage conflict, […]
How to weather the markets in 2026, according to our experts
Open this photo in gallery: The floor of the New York Stock Exchange. Our experts said although the valuation spread between the U.S. and international markets isn’t as wide as last year, a diversified approach is still appropriate.Richard Drew/The Associated Press On Jan. 22, investment editor Darcy Keith, investment columnist Tim Shufelt, investment reporter David […]
How to stay fit over 50
Open this photo in gallery: Alen Sadeh/Academy Of Lions I was a little horrified when I stripped off my shirt to change in what I thought was a women’s locker room of a Toronto fitness studio – only to discover it was an all-gender space. When I looked around, mortified, the young woman next to […]
Following a workout program can help you stay committed – here’s how to write your own
Open this photo in gallery: While the best way to build a workout program is to collaborate with a personal trainer, you can still create your own plan, writes Alyssa Ages.South agency/Getty Images When it comes to building strength, there’s a difference between having a goal and having a plan. Goals, which many of us […]
How to find your joy in the year ahead? Six Canadians offer their tips
Why do a series on joy? And why now? We admit these are not gleeful times, with real challenges dominating headlines in Canada and around the world. But sometimes it’s helpful to take a breath, look around and see the myriad ways in which happiness, fun and play still exist alongside those challenges. In our […]
‘Sorry’ not cutting it? Here’s how to really apologize
Open this photo in gallery: Offering a meaningful apology requires courage, self-awareness, and a deep commitment to repair and change.Halfpoint Images/Getty Images We’ve all had moments where we know we messed up. Maybe it was a harsh word spoken in frustration, a forgotten commitment or a bigger act that hurt someone we care about. In […]
How to tell the difference between stress and burnout
This is the weekly Work Life newsletter. If you are interested in more careers-related content, sign up to receive it in your inbox. If you’ve ever chalked up your exhaustion to just “a rough week,” you might want to look closer. Burnout isn’t always the dramatic crash we imagine. It often starts subtly, like a […]
How to choose the right sunglasses (hint: look beyond just style)
Open this photo in gallery: This summer, mid- and oversized sunglasses are back in fashion. In recent runway shows for Balmain, Elie Saab and Thom Browne, bigger was better when it came to shades. Marisa Mangafas, a product manager at BonLook, a Montreal-based eyewear company, says she’s noticed “a mix of retro and futuristic” sunglasses […]
So your vacation is going off the rails. Here’s how to fix it, fast
Open this photo in gallery: When you travel, it’s only a matter of time before something goes wrong, such as flight delays.Spencer Colby/The Globe and Mail Travel, like life, can be full of (sometimes unpleasant) surprises. But there’s no need to make a tragedy out of a crisis. After all, if a bad meal or […]