The Friday 5: Your Uplifting Stories of the Week
Sometimes the news can be, well, not so inspiring. When headlines get you down, it’s important to remember that positive things are still happening all…
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5 Creative and Inexpensive Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day
As a Ph.D. student, I know firsthand what it’s like to struggle through heavy gifting seasons on a tight budget. Graduate stipends are low, and…
Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship With Your Parents
From the time I graduated from college up until age 25, my relationship with my parents was tumultuous at best. Where I was comfortable getting…
“Meeting the Parents” Doesn’t Have to Be Scary; Here’s Why
My first relationship was during my senior year of high school. I was extremely nervous about bringing my boyfriend home to meet my family for…
How to Stop Relying on the Bank of Mom and Dad
When I started working after college, I was broke. When I found out I needed a root canal and a crown — to the tune…
A Guide to Appreciating Your Mom This Mother’s Day (And Beyond)
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, but there’s no need to panic about not being prepared. We’ve got ideas for the perfect gift (that…
The Best Way to Help a Friend With a Terminally Ill Parent
“Mommy has cancer.” I looked back, blankly. I already knew, at age 6, that “cancer” is supposed to be scary, but so was the sound…
4 Ways to Feel Independent, Even When You’re Living at Home
I recently graduated from college and, having accepted the financial reality of my student loans and nonprofit career path, I moved back home to the…
What I’ve Learned From My Parents’ Relationship
One of my happiest memories is of watching my dad gather my mom into his arms and slow dance with her in the living room…
Making a Good Impression on Your Significant Other’s Parents
I have always been incredibly close with my parents, so what they think of the person I’m dating is so important to me and can…
