I had a friend I'd known since kindergarten. We grew up together, shared many memories and secret jokes, and were (at least I thought) 'close.' But the friendship felt weird. Most conversations ended with me feeling bad. When I was going through a bad time, I actually hesitated to call her because I knew she wouldn't listen. Eventually I decided it was a dead-end friendship. Do … [Read more...] about Signs you should dump a friend
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What to do when you’re jealous of a friend’s success
Your friend gets promoted, while you're stuck in a dead-end job. Or you stew during her housewarming party, hating the fact that she can afford this beautiful home while you struggle just to make rent on your apartment. How do you deal with this emotion? … [Read more...] about What to do when you’re jealous of a friend’s success
When teens keep borrowing money
Giving teens an allowance can help them learn how to manage money. But what do you do when your teen keeps running for you for cash anyway? "I'll just advance next week!" they say, or "I'll pay you from my next babysitting job." … [Read more...] about When teens keep borrowing money
How to find a healthy compromise with your rebellious teen
Are you and your teenager constantly fighting? While it's important for parents to put their foot down on important rules, your child also needs to be able to assert his growing independence and feel that it is acknowledged. This article can help you decide when to say no, and when to say, 'Okay.' … [Read more...] about How to find a healthy compromise with your rebellious teen
How family caregivers can avoid burnout
Are you taking care of your aging parents with more health issues than a WebMd page? It's a duty that you probably take on willingly, and with total love and devotion. However, you need to take care of yourself too. Many caregivers are at risk for burnout, driven by anxiety/worry and physical and emotional exhaustion. Without proper self-nurturing your exhaustion can lead to … [Read more...] about How family caregivers can avoid burnout