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How can I shake off tiredness?

Whatever I do, I’m always tired. I go to bed early and I eat healthily but I still feel bad. I don’t have an exhausting lifestyle, so I'm unsure why I can’t shake this off. Jude, Ipswich

If you’ve tried all the self-help tips you can think of, visit your GP. Tiredness can be caused by over-exerting yourself or by a physical condition. It can also be triggered emotionally. It’s important to have your health checked. Once any physical cause is ruled out, you can then discuss with a doctor or counsellor the next steps.

Can I trust my friend again?

A close friend fell out with me about five years ago because she believed some gossip. I told her it wasn’t true but she said it was too upsetting for her to try to get to the bottom of things, so she'd rather not see me. She’s now realised it was made up by a malicious person and wants me to forgive her and be friends again. I miss her as we were very close, but I’m not sure I can trust her. Gillian, Barnet