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I’ve stopped talking to my neighbor, but my husband hasn’t

Plus, how to respond when someone at works thinks you’re much younger than you are.

Advice: Does any good come of telling a friend she hurt your feelings?

Plus, dealing with a tipping quandary.

Should I reconnect with an antiabortion friend who got an abortion decades ago?

We lost touch in the past few years and I’d like to reach out, but I find her stance hypocritical. Should I try?

What you can do when a loved one is overcome by grief. And what you can’t.

My niece is grieving the loss of her baby. She lashed out when I told her some of the things she’s sharing have caused me pain.

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My fiance’s sister is toxic. How do I cut her out of my life?
When we got engaged, she wrote me letter explaining why she hates her brother, but then threw a fit that she wasn’t involved in the wedding.

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How do we offer guests a drink when hosting, without drinking ourselves
Plus: A question about whether it’s OK to reveal a family secret.

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She’s 30 and feels like time is running out on her dreams

What to do when attaining your goals feels increasingly impossible.

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A new co-worker sprays fragrance in the office; how can I get her to stop?

And what to do about a gift when couples who got married during the pandemic finally get to hold a reception.

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An in-law set up trust funds for my kids; my wife and I disagree about them

Plus, How to ask about COVID vaccination status at a wedding.

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How do I stop my relative from going off on hateful rants?

What to do when a family member spouts hate, and no one wants to “make any waves.”

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Advice: I muddled through the pandemic. Why do I still not feel like myself?

The fatigue you’re feeling isn’t failure. Here’s what you should do for yourself.

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Navigating social events when you feel more at risk for COVID than others

As we ease pandemic restrictions, what are loving ways to decline invitations to gatherings that can easily be presumed to be indoors, unmasked, without distancing or vaccination guarantees?

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How to talk about the war on Ukraine and other horrible things with sensitivity

It’s easy on social media for well-meaning attempts at solidarity to come across wrong. This advice can help.

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My therapist has a double-standard on missed appointments

Plus, advice for dealing with a spouse who thinks out loud.