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Have an issue in need of resolution with a friend or loved one? Share your story for our new advice column. In today’s fast-paced and intricate world, personal relationships can often become a complex maze. The vast amounts of advice available online can add to the confusion, making it difficult to find practical solutions.

Introducing Our New Advice Column

The Life team at The Globe and Mail is here to assist. Every month, lifestyle reporter Gayle MacDonald will have a candid conversation with a reader about a relationship issue they are grappling with. She will also tap into the expertise of professionals in the field to provide advice and ideas on how to navigate the issue.

Share Your Story

We invite you to tell us about the tricky situations or dilemmas you’re facing with the people in your life. Perhaps it’s a disagreement with a friend over political views, a spat with your spouse about a home renovation, or frustration over your fiancée’s ever-growing wedding guest list.

How to Submit Your Story

Write to us with a brief description of your conundrum. You can submit your story in the box below or send us an email at audience@globeandmail.com. If you’d like to include a photo, you can submit it using the provided link.

Struggling with Your Relationships?

Share Your Story in Our New Advice Column

Every month, Gayle MacDonald, our lifestyle reporter, will talk with a reader about a relationship issue they’re struggling with. She will also seek expert advice and ideas on how to handle it. We invite you to share the challenges you are facing in your relationships – from romantic ones to friendships or family matters.

Ethan Radcliffe

Ethan Radcliffe is a senior reporter and digital editor at The Toronto Insider, specializing in Canadian federal policy, GTA urban development, and national economic trends. With over a decade of experience in North American journalism, Ethan focuses on translating complex legislative and economic developments into clear, accessible reporting for Canadian readers. Ethan’s work emphasizes policy analysis, government accountability, and data-driven reporting, with a strong focus on how federal and provincial decisions impact communities across the Greater Toronto Area and beyond. He has covered infrastructure planning, housing policy, fiscal strategy, and regulatory changes affecting Canadian households and businesses. A graduate of Toronto Metropolitan University’s School of Journalism, Ethan brings expertise in investigative reporting, long-form analysis, editorial standards, and digital publishing best practices. His reporting is guided by verifiable sources, public records, and transparent sourcing. In addition to reporting, Ethan has experience in newsroom editing, fact-checking workflows, SEO-informed journalism, and audience analytics, ensuring stories meet both editorial integrity standards and modern digital discoverability requirements. Ethan is committed to objective, fact-driven journalism and adheres to established ethical guidelines, prioritizing accuracy, clarity, and public trust in all reporting.

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