After almost 20 years, our much-loved agony aunt is signing off. Here, our readers reveal how she’s helped them

It’s time to break free, says Mariella Frostrup. They may be acting from the most caring of motives, but you can’t allow your family to prevent you being your best possible self

We don’t have to live like swans, mating for life with one partner, says Mariella Frostrup. And be of good heart, someone nice may come along

Your friend’s death has hit you hard, says Mariella Frostrup. Don’t leap to conclusions – or insist anyone else does

These are serious warning signals about your future happiness which you should not ignore, says Mariella Frostrup

It sounds like she is the one with self-worth issues, says Mariella Frostrup. Tell her how this makes you feel and establish boundaries and ground rules

Your mother’s revelations are an offloading too far, says Mariella Frostrup. You will have to take the ‘adult’ position and bring it to an end

You’re at a major turning point in life so figure out what you want, says Mariella Frostrup. Don’t waste time digging for more dirt

The dangers women face make your anxiety understandable, says Mariella Frostrup. However, you must – as we all must – keep worries to a minimum in order to live life

Your mother won’t have forgotten the incident, says Mariella Frostrup. She’s probably paralysed by her inability to process what you endured

It’s understandable that you’re frustrated about this, and you have the right to confront your mother with these emotional challenges, but to what purpose, wonders Mariella Frostrup

Everyone is looking for distractions in lockdown, says Mariella Frostrup. Find your own and see how the land lies when things return to normal

The adults in your life are letting you down, says Mariella Frostrup. At your age it’s premature, but you need to learn not to rely on them

Don’t try to change your family, says Mariella Frostrup. Loosen the ties and share ideas and inspiration with like-minded companions

It’s your insecurities that need attending to here, says Mariella Frostrup. Think of this visitor as an old friend and don’t police your relationship

Your relationship sounds unworkable and toxic, says Mariella Frostrup. Find someone you can confide in or get professional help

You need therapy to help you resolve this painful experience, says Mariella Frostrup. And keep away from internet pornography which can only be more damaging

How should I go about making my move? Strange times indeed, says Mariella, but who says romance is dead?

You should never feel shame for your sexual history, says Mariella Frostrup, and your husband has no business being overly inquisitive

You must prioritise your own wellbeing – it’s what your two adopted children and your elderly parents depend on, says Mariella Frostrup