How Capitalism Kills Romance
Relationship problems are usually considered private ones – but from financial stress to overwork, the pressures caused by capitalism can upend our romantic lives too.
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Colette Shade
Colette Shade is a Tribune columnist. She is a writer and psychotherapist living in Baltimore.
The Stress Management Scam
Corporate stress management techniques emphasise relaxing or reaching out to friends – but the only real solution to a society plagued by stress is to solve the social problems that cause it.
Capitalism Is Making You Lonely
Years of studies have shown a growing loneliness crisis in society, long predating Covid-19. The problem isn’t social media, popular culture, or city living – it’s capitalism.
Workplace Wellbeing Is a Scam
As conditions at work deteriorate, the number of ’employee wellbeing schemes’ is on the rise – but no amount of self-care can substitute for a living wage, manageable hours and secure employment.
Mental Health Is a Political Problem
Mental health is often framed in individual terms with individual solutions – but rising levels of depression, anxiety and stress across society make it clear that we need political answers.