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How to Stay Close to Friends When One of You Has Children
When people have children, it can be tough to stay connected to those who don’t. With effort and patience, though, relationships can survive the transition.
10 Strategies to Navigate the Stresses of Caregiving
Psychologist and author Dale Atkins on how to support a sick loved one — without falling apart yourself.
Beautiful Girl: A Book for My Daughter
Digital initiatives director Jamie Martin shares a book aimed at encouraging healthy body image in girls from a young age.
COMING CLEAN: Dear Cat, Farewell
Losing a pet is hard any time, but especially during the holiday season. This tip from life coach Lauren has helped me move forward in the grieving process.
A New Appreciation for Social Media
How a family member’s scary health diagnosis has given Jamie Martin a new sense of purpose on Facebook.
Farm Livin’: Horse Chores Workout
Want an excellent full body workout? Do farm chores.
The 5 Love Languages
Explore Dr. Gary Chapman’s best-selling book on the five ways most people “speak” love and discover how to connect more deeply with loved ones.
How to Make Amends
Psychologist Tamar Chansky, PhD, on how to gracefully say you’re sorry.
Giving Back: Girls on the Run
Maggie Fazeli Fard reflects on her experience as a Girls on the Run coach, and preps for this Saturday’s big 5K.
Planning for the Inevitable: End-of-Life Discussions
No one enjoys talking about death, but discussing your end-of-life plans can lead to stronger emotional bonds and a more peaceful passing.
How to Incorporate Wellness into Schools
Schools with wellness-oriented curriculums teach students social-emotional learning as well as how to thrive — and are leading the way for other institutions to start doing the same.
For Love and Money: The Sequel
Author and financial educator Ruth Hayden explains the “four cornerstones” of a healthy partnership, and how they can relieve the stress of sharing a financial life.
How to Cope With Loved Ones Who Don’t Support Your New, Healthy Lifestyle
Making the decision to eat healthy can trigger tension with family members or friends. Healthy-eating expert and author Darya Pino Rose shares her strategies for finding peace at the dinner table.
Impregnated With Love
Maggie Lyon explains what a trip to a Chagall exhibition taught her about love.
For Love and Money
Financial expert Ruth Hayden helps couples move beyond their money issues. In this first of two installments, she explains why we fight about finances — and how to find common ground.
Yoga For Me, Yoga for Mamas
Digital initiatives manager Jamie Martin shares her journey toward becoming a prenatal yoga teacher.
Getting Past Toxic Gossip
Here’s how to discern between friendly chatter and mean-spirited rumor mongering.
Parental Role Modeling and the Impact on a Child’s BMI
Research encourages parents to lead by example when encouraging healthy behaviors in children.
4 Strategies to Politely Decline an Invitation
How to say no to a social invite with grace — and a clear conscience.
Prioritize Happiness Over Possessions for a Stronger Marriage
Why couples who focus on mutual core values are happier.
Ready to Glow: A Q&A With Latham Thomas
Maternity lifestyle expert and author Latham Thomas on the importance of love, self-care and boundaries during pregnancy and after.