Family
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Even Better
Parents can have a great relationship with their kids without being their friend.
By Allie Volpe
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Even Better
Why it’s so appealing to use pop psychology terms — and when to stop.
By Allie Volpe
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Policy
Cities are finally starting to build more housing — but not for people with kids.
By Rachel Cohen
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Even Better
Text a friend, write a thank-you note, compliment a stranger — people appreciate these gestures.
By Allie Volpe
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Even Better
A non-stressful approach to figuring out what guides you.
By Allie Volpe
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Even Better
It’s easy to give a bad apology. Here’s how to give a good one.
By Allie Volpe
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Even Better
Be validating and specific when extending a helping hand.
By Allie Volpe
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Features
A Georgetown linguist analyzed hours’ worth of conversations between mothers and their adult daughters. Here’s what she found out.
By Eleanor Barkhorn
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Family
Being comfortable around your relatives can actually lead to more conflict.
By Emily Esfahani Smith