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What to Do When You’re Confronted by Ageism

Here's how to resist age bias in conversation — and in ourselves.
By Jon Spayde
CoworkersEmotional Intelligence
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How to Take Time Off — Guilt-Free

Feeling guilty about time away from work is common — and so is feeling overwhelmed by planning a trip. These strategies can help you actually enjoy your time off.
By Jon Spayde
Time ManagementWork
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10 Tips to Help Kids Develop a Healthy Relationship With Food

Kids learn a lot from the way adults interact with food. A nutritionist explains how you can model healthy habits.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsNutrition Tips
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Stuck in an Awkward Conversation? 11 Tips to Rescue It

A communication expert offers tips for transforming uncomfortable conversations.
By Jon Spayde
CoworkersFamily/Parenting/Kids
a man works on his computer with his small daughter cuddled in his arms

9 Ways to Be a Good Parent

Parents often struggle to meet the expectations of their multiple roles. A marriage and career counselor shares strategies to ease the strain.
By Jon Spayde
Attitude/MindsetFamily/Parenting/Kids
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Going on Vacation With Friends or Family? Here Are 8 Tips to Help You Survive

Going on a friendcation or taking a trip with family? Here are some tips to minimize conflict when vacationing with your loved ones.
By Jon Spayde
FriendsHealthy Communication
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The Stress of Keeping a Secret — and How to Cope

Keeping someone else’s secret can be a burden. A life coach explains how to deal with the guilt and navigate the challenge.
By Jon Spayde
Healthy Communication
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How to Declutter Your Devices

Eight tips for decluttering and organizing your digital storage so your devices work for you — and not the other way around.
By Jon Spayde
DeclutteringMindful Technology
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How to Help Someone With an Eating Disorder

Communicating concern with tact and compassion can benefit those who are struggling to get the help they need.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsFriends
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How to Avoid Toxic Competitiveness

Toxic competitiveness may lead to relationship issues and stagnation. Practicing self-acceptance and gratitude can relieve the pressure.
By Jon Spayde
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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How to Manage a Trigger Response

You don’t have to be hijacked by strong reactions. Learn how to manage them — and how to recover your cool when you’ve already lost it.
By Jane McCampbell Stuart, MA, LMFT, CPCC, RMFT
Emotional IntelligencePersonal Development
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What to Do When the News Stresses You Out

Experiencing headline anxiety? Protect your mental health with these calming tips.
By Jon Spayde
Mindful Technology
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How to Cope With Body Grief

Strategies for dealing with the stress of an always-changing body.
By Jon Spayde
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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9 Tips for Scheduling — and Actually Enjoying — Family Meals

For hectic families, enjoying a meal together may feel like a luxury. These tips can help make the dream a reality.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsRelationships
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The Art of Swedish Death Cleaning

This life-affirming practice can start at any adult age — and help your possessions live on in a meaningful, thoughtful way.
By Jon Spayde
Decluttering
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What to Do When a Loved One Posts Misinformation

Misinformation is all around us, even in our social circles. Learn how to respond to it without losing your cool.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsFriends
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What Is Compassionate Communication?

When we pay attention to the words we use and the way we use them, we improve the odds of strengthening and deepening our most meaningful relationships.
By Lindsey Dickinson
Aging ParentsCommunity
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How to Cope With Chronic Complainers

Here's how to avoid getting drawn into other people’s negativity spirals.
By Jon Spayde
Healthy Communication
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How to Stop Dreading Family Gatherings

Social psychologist and author Amy Johnson, PhD, offers advice for dealing with those family members who often threaten to ruin the mood.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsHolidays
a couple go over their monthly budget

9 Expert Tips for Managing Finances With Your Partner

Talking about money can be hard, but sometimes we have to do it — especially if we manage finances with another person. Here are some strategies.
By Jon Spayde
Financial HealthPersonal Development
a father and son talking

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

It’s time to do away with the traditional idea of The Talk. Parents can teach kids about sex in a way that empowers, rather than simply embarrasses, the younger generation.
By Jon Spayde
Family/Parenting/KidsRelationships
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