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Who Counts as a Significant Other?
Finding “the one” can seem like life’s ultimate goal—but should it be? This hour, TED speakers expand the definition of life partnership, whether it’s with a friend, a spouse, a pet, or no one at
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What Is ‘Functional Freeze’?
Let’s face it: The holidays aren’t always the happiest time of the year. We’re busier than usual, scurrying around buying presents, mailing cards and attending events. We’re battling the nasty winter illnesses that pop up
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Quirky Rituals May Feel Arbitrary, But They Can Strongly Affect Well-being
… Historically, rituals have acted as a social glue. “We’re especially interested in being like our family, and members of our community, of our region or country,” said Cristine Legare, a professor of psychology who
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They Put Off Relationships Until They Earned Enough Money
… Some recent surveys have indicated that young women are earning more than young men, at least in some large coastal cities. Social pressure to marry young and have children has largely diminished in recent years.
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How Have Your Siblings Shaped Who You Are?
Do you have siblings? If so, what are your relationships with them like? How much do you think they have influenced you — your personality, interests, beliefs and behavior? … Anyone raising more than one
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25 Questions to Bring You Closer to Your Mom
When you’re young, it’s hard to imagine your mother as a fully-realized person. She’s just Mom. As you get older, though, you might start to see your parents as humans, with joys, regrets and insecurities
