Jon Spayde
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How Can I Be a Gracious Dinner-Party Guest With Food Restrictions?
An etiquette consultant offers four tips to make it easy for everyone.
Why Do I Feel Depressed and Fatigued When I Sleep Late?
It all depends on which stage of sleep you wake up in, says a sleep expert.
How Do I Get Rid of Leg Cramps When Working Out?
Pickle juice is just one tip.
How Do I Talk to Someone With Dementia?
The key, say experts, is to adapt your communication in these five ways.
How Do I Protect Myself From Too Much Sun Exposure and Avoid Toxic Sunscreens?
Mineral-based sunscreens are the way to go, say experts, but the key is frequent application.
The Loneliness Trap
Feeling cut off from others can do more than make you sad – it can even make you sick.
How Do I Protect Against Ticks?
Lyme disease is one of the fastest-growing infectious diseases in the U.S. Here are some tips to prevent tick-borne illnesses.
My Massage Therapist Talks Too Much. How Can I Politely Let Them Know?
A veteran massage therapist offers some tips on communication.
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.
Tips and Tricks to Deal With Common Pet Peeves
Discover how to overcome pet peeves and manage everyday irritations with expert tips. Learn to defuse anger, find perspective, and practice mindfulness for a calmer, more balanced life.
How Do I Adjust to an Empty Nest?
Your youngest child just moved out and you feel lost. Here’s how to transition.
Does Whey Protein Cause Acne?
Maybe. To be on the safe side, experts recommend choosing pea, hemp, or other plant-based protein supplements.
Why Does My Back Hurt After Doing Kettlebells?
Here are some tips to protect your back during kettlebell moves.
How Can I Stop Being So Competitive at the Gym?
Chronic competition can be stressful. The key is to focus on your own goals — not someone else’s.
How Do I Invite My Friends Who Aren’t on Facebook to Events I Post?
Check out these four simple steps.
Do Smartphones Undermine Short-Term Memory?
The research around smartphones and memory is complicated, but many studies have shown that writing things down improves comprehension.
I’m Self-Conscious About Being Naked in My Health Club’s Locker Room. What Can I Do?
The first step, says one expert, is to challenge the notion of a “perfect” body.
Is It Safe To Try an Elimination Diet If You’ve Had an Eating Disorder?
It can be risky, suggests one expert. One tip? Do an elimination diet that’s not as extreme.
How Do I Work Up the Nerve to Go Back to the Gym?
If you haven’t been to the gym in years, it can be intimidating to go back. Here are four tips to get you over the hump.
How Can I Get My Partner To Put Their Cellphone Down?
Expert tips on how to create a phone-free zone in your relationship.