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Social media is a stressful place. Keeping things in perspective is important.
It’s not just you. Credit scores are confusing as hell.
Because your big day should still feel like you.
Adapting to change is never easy, but you can shift how you respond to stress.
You don’t need to be good at a hobby to enjoy it.
It’s possible to navigate finances even when your brain gets in the way.
Intergenerational friendships make your life richer. Here’s how to cultivate them.
There are so many ways to make a difference, even when your time is tight.
From “red flags” to “emotional load,” popular terms on platforms like TikTok can warp our IRL relationships.
Compassionate ways to let a friend or family member know you’re looking out for them.
Extend the life of your favorite clothes, furniture, and appliances with simple fixes.
Raising kids in our modern consumer culture is challenging. These tips can help.
I learned the hard way I couldn’t shop my way to a new self.
It isn’t classist to say that Americans do not need hauls of dozens of garments.
How and why to stop shopping for more than you need — or even want.
In a time when loneliness is more pervasive than ever, why not extend an invitation?
More American adults than ever say they likely won’t have kids, although we’re still a minority.
Four not-so-scary steps to take to give yourself peace of mind.
Your parents or other loved ones could need you one day. Here’s how to get ready.
Expert-approved advice that’ll help you rethink romance.
Other people’s money decisions affect your own. Here’s how to talk boundaries.
The best bedtime routine is one you enjoy.
Social media is our public diary — and it’s only getting more intimate.
“Get outside more” seems like simple advice. The reality can be much more complicated.
Speaking up for yourself in a medical setting is a skill. Here’s what to know.
Parents can have a great relationship with their kids without being their friend.
You don’t need to be a tourist to appreciate where you live.
If your friends have started throwing lavish, time-intensive birthday celebrations, here’s how to navigate.
One-time checks are a little bit bogus.
How to cope with both inflation and lifestyle creep.
In a sex recession, consider the benefits of a DIY approach.
An idea for an era when Americans are lonelier than ever.
Actually useful ways to help children with homework, bullying, and mental health.
You can learn a lot from utopias, even though you (probably) don’t live in one.
The academic calendar can help you with goal-setting, time management, and motivation.
It’s tough to know how to talk about a life-threatening illness, whether it’s your own or someone else’s.