Go Ahead, Sit Down on Your Paddleboard
I live near a park with a lake, and over the years I’ve watched the small watercrafts shift from a mix of canoes and kayaks to a mix of kayaks…
What to Do If You Become a Victim of ‘Sextortion’
If you’re reading this, odds are you’ve sent a nude or suggestive photo to someone at some point in your life—and you wouldn’t be alone. A third of Americans have…
Use ChatGPT to Prepare for Your Next Job Interview
Photo: africa_pink (Shutterstock) ChatGPT’s impact on our daily lives has likely been overhyped, but it does have some great uses. Students can use it to study for tests, for example.…
How to Know If You’re the Toxic One in Your Relationship
When you’re unhappy in your relationship, it’s easy to point the finger at your partner and accuse them of being toxic. But what if you’re the one who’s toxic? While…
Why Hyper-Independence Can Be A Response To Trauma (and What To Do About It)
The process of recovering from trauma—whether rooted in your childhood or unfolding in the wake of an acute traumatic event like a car accident—is complex and difficult. And especially when…
Use ‘Social Stories’ to Help Kids Navigate Big Transitions
If only there was a Bluey episode for every problem you encounter as a parent to young kids. If only there was a book specific enough to encapsulate your child’s…
How to Make Your Impostor Syndrome Work for You
Photo: fizkes (Shutterstock) Up to 82% of people have felt like they’re not good enough and will be “found out” at work, according to the National Library Medicine. Most of…
The Summer Meal Plan Every Parent Needs
I started planning the summer in February, and actually felt like the kids’ activities were squared away: camps, outings, kits, books, devices, scooters, travel plans—check! What else do I need…
The Smartest Ways to De-escalate Conflicts at Work
Conflicts between coworkers are normal: When you have multiple people collaborating on something, disagreements are bound to arise. In some cases, workplace conflicts can end up being helpful, as it…
Make Your ‘Bullshit Job’ Work for You
Some people are lucky to work in a career or a specific role that they find fulfilling, challenging, and even inspiring. But many of us—maybe the majority of us—are working…