Healthy Communication

How to Help a Friend Struggling With Depression

When someone near you is suffering, it can be challenging to maintain a bright outlook. Here's how to rise above the emotional tide.

By Jon Spayde

Depression & Anxiety Friends

Two fingers are drawn as people — one who is angry and one who has flowers and is trying to apologize.

Are You an Overapologizer?

Knowing how to apologize is important, but doing it too often can be harmful for your relationships. Here’s how to say sorry and connect with others from a place of confidence.

By Karen Olson

Healthy Communication Personal Development

A child draws angry faces on a piece of paper.

How to Help Children Handle the Stress of Coronavirus

Four experts weigh in on child and family behavior amid the global pandemic.

By Michael Dregni

Covid-19 Family/Parenting/Kids

3 Ways to Cultivate a More Meaningful Friendship

Do your friendships seem stuck in superficial ruts? If you crave deeper, richer connections, it may be time to take a few relationship risks.

By Jodi Helmer

Friends Healthy Communication

8 Ways to Laugh More

Why laughter really is the best medicine — plus tips to laugh more!

By Michael Dregni

Attitude/Mindset Happiness/Joy

How to Let Go of Grudges

Clinging to resentment may feel like self-defense, but more often it's a form of self- destruction. Learn how to set yourself free.

By Karen Olson

Emotional Intelligence Healthy Communication

7 Steps to Build Household-Chores Equity With Your Partner

For many couples, the majority of domestic tasks tend to fall to one partner. Sharing the labor can build equity — and enhance your relationship.

By Jon Spayde

Dating/Marriage Family/Parenting/Kids

An older woman smiles as she looks at her cellphone.

How to Stay Connected While Practicing Social Distancing

Social distancing is necessary right now, but it doesn’t have to mean complete isolation. Here are some tips to stay connected with those you love.

By Kaelyn Riley

Covid-19 Healthy Communication

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Coping With Grief During the Holidays

For people dealing with loss or sorrow, the holiday season can be a painful time. Here are strategies to help you cope.

By Katherine Reynolds Lewis

Emotional Intelligence Family/Parenting/Kids

Body-Language Signs to Watch When Having a Conversation

These bodily cues can clue you into how a conversation is going.

By Laine Bergeson and Courtney Helgoe

Coworkers Friends

How to Start a Conversation

Here are four of the best ways to start a conversation.

By Laine Bergeson and Courtney Helgoe

Friends Healthy Communication

Candle and string lights in front of outdoor dinner party

Overcoming Party-Hosting Anxiety

Opening your home to guests for the holidays? Here are a few expert tips to avoid hospitality-induced anxiety.

By Jon Spayde

Depression & Anxiety Healthy Communication

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5 Conversation Killers

Phone-gazing and neverending monologues are just two things that can sink a conversation.

By Laine Bergeson and Courtney Helgoe

Healthy Communication Personal Development

How Do I Politely Handle a Chatty Seatmate on a Plane?

Wearing earbuds is just one of the options our expert suggests.

By Jon Spayde

Community Healthy Communication

How to Practice Gratitude

What does appreciation really mean, and why is there so little of it to go around these days? Discover how you can put gratitude into action.

By Cat Thompson

Happiness/Joy Healthy Communication

THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Asking

Ever feel uncomfortable asking for what you want? Learn how to make requests that support your desires and serve your relationships.

By Pilar Gerasimo and Dallas Hartwig

Dating/Marriage Healthy Communication

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Wired for Love: Are You an Anchor, an Island, or a Wave?

Renowned couples’ therapist Stan Tatkin explains how three “attachment styles” affect our relationships — and how we can become more secure with our partners.

By Stan Tatkin

Dating/Marriage Emotional Intelligence