All I Want for Mother’s Day Is an Equitable Division of Labor
Here's how to renegotiate the unfair burdens created by the coronavirus lockdown.
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Six Daily Questions to Ask Yourself in Quarantine
If you’re sheltering in place, be sure to check in with yourself.
How to Go Through Life with Love in Your Heart
A Q&A with Tara Brach about offering radical compassion to yourself and others.
Does Returning Favors Come Naturally to Kids?
Young kids naturally hold a grudge, but they need to learn to engage in grateful reciprocity.
How to Stop Romantic Comedies from Ruining Your Love Life
Romantic comedies create unrealistic expectations, but we don't have to buy into them.
Two Surprising Ways to Make Your Holidays Less Stressful
We can find joy even if the holiday season doesn't live up to our expectations.
Just One Thing: Hold Wants Lightly
We can avoid some pain, suffering, and frustration if we change the way we relate to our desires.
Why Do Your Happy Memories Fade?
According to a new study, people overestimate how much they’ll recall from a good time in their life—but there's a way to boost your memory.