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PUMPING IRONY: The Boomerang Effect

An alarming percentage of seniors are shuttled between hospitals and nursing homes and back again, complicating their recovery. And government policies may be making the situation worse.
By Craig Cox
Aging ParentsRelationships
Woman petting dog

Pet Power: The Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

Learn why pet owners are healthier — and what you can do if you don't have pets.
By Stephanie Granada
PetsRelationships
Different travel styles

My Partner Likes to Camp, and I Like Hotels — What Should We Do?

In any relationship, says a couples' mediator, it's important to celebrate differences and find common ground.
By Jon Spayde
Dating/MarriageTravel
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How to Eat Well When You’re Camping

Roughing it doesn’t have to mean you’re stuck with bad food.
By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl
Family/Parenting/KidsFood Culture
Youngest Child Moved Out

How Do I Adjust to an Empty Nest?

Your youngest child just moved out and you feel lost. Here's how to transition.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsHealthy Aging
Dog Owners Live Longer

Dog Owners Live Longer

Increased longevity is yet another benefit of dog ownership.
By Heidi Wachter
Healthy AgingPets
Inviting Friends Not on Facebook

How Do I Invite My Friends Who Aren’t on Facebook to Events I Post?

Check out these four simple steps.
By Jon Spayde
FriendsRelationships
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When “You’ve Changed” Feels Like Criticism – Coping With Unsupportive People

You’d like your loved ones to be happy and supportive about your positive life transformations. But what if they’re not?
By Anjula Razdan
Dating/MarriageFriends
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Mastering the Art of Asking for What You Want

Increase the chances of getting the things that really matter by learning how to ask the right way.
By Sarah Moran
CoworkersHealthy Communication
Dying Well

On Dying Well

A pioneering palliative-care expert shares his insights on the power of finding peace and possibility at the end of life.
By Heidi Wachter
Aging ParentsHealthy Aging
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Better Sleep, Better Marriage?

How much you sleep could influence marital arguments, a recent study says.
By Heidi Wachter
Dating/MarriageSleep
Loved One's Weight

I’m Worried About My Loved One’s Weight. What Should I Say?

Nothing. Here's why.
By Jon Spayde
Dating/MarriageFamily/Parenting/Kids
couple-jogging

8 Tips to Be a Fab Fitness Buddy

Build your active partnership with thoughtful acts of support like these.
By Gina DeMillo Wagner
Fitness TipsFriends
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7 Tips to Saying “No”

Trying to please everybody all the time can result in a life lived in half measures. Learning to say no can bring you new focus and fulfillment.
By Colby Johnson
CoworkersHealthy Communication
Partner on Cell Phone

How Can I Get My Partner To Put Their Cellphone Down?

Expert tips on how to create a phone-free zone in your relationship.
By Jon Spayde
Dating/MarriageMindful Technology
Expand Your Circle

4 Ways to Make New Friends

If you want to feel more connected to others, break out of your social comfort zone.
By Jessie Sholl
FriendsHealthy Communication
Wellness leader Sarah Kay Hoffman runs.

Sarah Kay Hoffman’s Daily Wellness Routine

A wellness expert shares how she makes time for good food, fitness, quality sleep, and her family.
By Sarah Kay Hoffman
Family/Parenting/KidsFunctional/Integrative Medicine
Illustration of gift machine

The Endless Gift Machine

For many of us, receiving presents can be stressful. Learn how to respond gratefully — while still communicating your limits.
By Jon Spayde
Attitude/MindsetFamily/Parenting/Kids
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How to Have Honest Conversations

If you’re craving more authentic connection with others, these five conversation strategies can help.
By Ben Connelly
Dating/MarriageFriends
Safe Havens

Safe Havens for Animals

Animal sanctuaries provide rewarding opportunities for volunteers and vacationers.
By Heidi Wachter
PetsSustainability
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ADHD: A Nutritional Tune-Up

Here are nine ways to use nutrition to help children with ADHD and ADD.  
By Pamela Weintraub
Brain HealthCooking & Food
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