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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Help! I Thought My Housesitting Gig Went Perfectly. Then Came the Wildest Accusation of My Life.

In a world where personal items are valued differently, lighting a 'luxury' candle can lead to unexpected conflict over what is considered respectful behavior in someone else’s space.
Relationships
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

I used to be an escort, and a former client wants to be friends. What should I do? | Ask Annalisa Barbieri

Reconnecting with a past client can be positive or complicate established boundaries.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Miss Manners: Strangers want to take our photo, and they're bugged when I say no

A clever alternative to consider when responding to unwanted offers of help might be: 'Thank you so much, but it's just a thing we do,' accompanied by a self-deprecating laugh that indicates to onlookers that you find your activity amusing. This approach often encourages people to respect your boundaries more easily.
Relationships
#dating-advice
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Help! My Husband's Manic Pixie Past Has Become a Full-Blown Threat to My Sanity.

Jealousy stems from an uneven emotional connection between a partner and an ex or old crush, which can sometimes feel more painful than an outright affair.
Relationships
#workplace-etiquette
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

This Person Asked The Internet How To Politely Tell Their Coworker They Don't Care About Their New Baby

While of course, I'm happy for her and her family, and was more than happy to look at the first few photos and congratulate her, I am, quite frankly, over it. It has been weeks of her showing me pictures of her baby doing nothing remarkable, with very little difference in the pictures.
Relationships
fromMedium
1 month ago

Test smart: how to escape burnout?

Burnout isn't easy to discuss, especially when you've faced it. However, in the fast-paced IT world, it is becoming increasingly relevant.
Mental health
#family-dynamics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Parenting

Dear Abby: My husband kisses his mother on the lips - it's disgusting

Normalizing a mother's affection varies by relationship; establish communication to address feelings of alienation.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Relationships

Help! My Sister and Her Little Girl Are in a Shelter. They Could Easily Live With Me, but Only Under One Condition.

Do not let your sister move in to avoid chaos and protect yourself.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago
Relationships

Help! My Sister and Her Little Girl Are in a Shelter. They Could Easily Live With Me, but Only Under One Condition.

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Harriette Cole: I feel like she's using me as a prop for her online persona

Navigating the balance between supporting a loved one's ambitions and maintaining personal connections is crucial.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I love weddings, but I leave them early - even if I adore the couple. It's not so wrong, especially if you do it right.

Leaving weddings early can be a form of self-care, even if it may be perceived as bad etiquette.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Dear Abby: They ask about the ring my husband gave me, and I don't know what to say

You are not obligated to share personal financial details; respond confidently to intrusive questions.
#etiquette
#relationship-advice
Parenting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Dear Abby: Since she went no-contact, I tell people I don't have a child

Acknowledge estrangement truthfully without extensive explanations to avoid discomfort in social conversations.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I'm so attractive I have to wear a fake wedding ring in public - just to keep men from flirting with me

Wearing a fake wedding ring effectively deters unwanted male attention for influencer Ju Isen.
Bootstrapping
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Michelle Obama Finally Addressed Why She Skipped Trump's Inauguration

Michelle Obama emphasizes the importance of learning to say no and recognizing personal boundaries.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Forced Intimacy: How Prying Questions Can Cause Harm

Belo emphasized that every time someone asks about his blindness, it threatens to drag him back into traumatic memories of that night, stirring emotions he struggles to confront.
Mental health
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

Help! I Moved Into a New Apartment Building. Then a Neighbor Explained What Would Be "Expected" of Me.

The expectation to assist neighbors should not be an obligation, especially when life demands are high.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Asking Eric: I had a dream about this woman so I went to her house. Things got weird.

The desire to reconnect may be misaligned with the other person's feelings and intentions.
Approaching past friends without clear mutual interest can lead to misunderstandings and discomfort.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Flier and 'chronic people pleaser' shares what happened after denying seat-swapper's request

Passengers often face requests to swap seats on flights; one user decided to decline.
fromBuzzFeed
5 months ago

This Therapist Believes People-Pleasers And Narcissists Have A Similar Trait

People-pleasing may involve sacrificing one’s own needs and desires for the sake of maintaining relationships.
Excessive apologizing and lack of boundaries are key indicators of people-pleasing behavior.
Wellness
fromtime.com
8 months ago

13 Things to Say When Someone Asks Why You Haven't Had a Baby Yet

Pressure on couples to have children can lead to uncomfortable inquiries from family and friends, highlighting societal expectations around reproduction.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
11 months ago

Dear Abby: I escaped my Jekyll-and-Hyde neighbor. Now he wants to visit.

It's important to prioritize mental health and well-being over past relationships, especially when toxic behavior is involved.
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