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Going on Vacation With Friends or Family? Here Are 8 Tips to Help You Survive

By Jon Spayde

Going on a friendcation or taking a trip with family? Here are some tips for minimizing the risk for conflict when vacationing with your loved ones.

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The Stress of Keeping a Secret — and How to Cope

By Jon Spayde

Keeping someone else’s secret can be a burden. A life coach explains how to navigate the challenge.

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How to Help Someone With an Eating Disorder

By Jon Spayde

Communicating concern with tact and compassion can benefit those who are struggling to get the help they need.

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How to Avoid Toxic Competitiveness

By Jon Spayde

Toxic competitiveness may lead to relationship issues and stagnation. Practicing self-acceptance and gratitude can relieve the pressure.

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How to Manage a Trigger Response

By Jane McCampbell Stuart, MA, LMFT, CPCC, RMFT

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.

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What to Do When the News Stresses You Out

By Jon Spayde

Experiencing headline anxiety? Protect your mental health with these calming tips.

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How to Cope With Body Grief

By Jon Spayde

Strategies for dealing with the stress of an always-changing body.

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9 Tips for Scheduling — and Actually Enjoying — Family Meals

By Jon Spayde

For hectic families, enjoying a meal together may feel like a luxury. These tips can help make the dream a reality.

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The Art of Swedish Death Cleaning

By Jon Spayde

This life-affirming practice can start at any adult age — and help your possessions live on in a meaningful, thoughtful way.

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What to Do When a Loved One Posts Misinformation

By Jon Spayde

Misinformation is all around us, even in our social circles. Learn how to respond to it without losing your cool.

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How to Cope With Chronic Complainers

By Jon Spayde

Here’s how to avoid getting drawn into other people’s negativity spirals.

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9 Expert Tips for Managing Finances With Your Partner

By Jon Spayde

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.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

By Jon Spayde

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.

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6 Tips to Help You Successfully Navigate Telemedicine Appointments

By Jon Spayde

Virtual healthcare services can increase access, yet they come with their own barriers and limitations. Functional-medicine practitioner Susan Blum, MD, MPH, shares guidance for navigating telemedicine.

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10 Strategies to Overcome Driving Anxiety

By Jon Spayde

Worried about getting behind the wheel? Here’s expert advice on how to manage your fears by adjusting your expectations, your route, and your environment.

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10 Strategies to Help Halt Diet Talk

By Jon Spayde

Comments and conversations related to diet culture can trigger complicated emotions involving food and weight. One expert offers advice for setting healthy boundaries.

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10 Strategies to Save Money on Healthy Groceries

By Jon Spayde

Buying healthy groceries certainly seems to make more of a dent in the budget than it used to. One expert offers advice for taking a fresh look at your food expenses.

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How to Establish Healthy Boundaries With Grandparents

By Jon Spayde

Supportive grandparents can be a godsend for you and your kids — but disagreements about parenting may create tension. Setting healthy boundaries can help you find a balance.

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How to Use Dating Apps More Mindfully

By Jessie Sholl

Online dating offers a world of potential at your fingertips, but it can also lead to stress and anxiety. Our experts share advice for dating more mindfully.

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