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How to Stop Comparing Yourself to Others for Healthier Self-Esteem

Don't compare your "real" to someone else's highlight reel

What Knee Do You Propose On, and Why?

Turns out, the explanation for this engagement tradition may stem from an actual knight in shining armor.


I Broke Up with My Fiancé Over Election Conspiracy Theories

While this woman could put up with some degree of differences, too much got to be too much. Plus: What...


What Does Mercury in Retrograde Mean?

When everything seems to be going wrong at the same time, it might not be just bad luck. Here’s what...


14 Small Ways You Can Fight Racism Every Day

Think you can't make a difference every single day? You can. Here's how.

50 Little Etiquette Rules You Should Always Practice

Good etiquette is about making people comfortable. Here are the everyday etiquette tips that will help you navigate any situation...


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16 Things We’re All Looking Forward to Once Social Distancing Ends

Real-people share stories about what they're most looking forward to doing after self-quarantine restrictions finally let up.

15 Signs You May Have a Love Addiction

The idea of being addicted to love, an emotion we all feel and want others to feel for us, may...


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Why Do Adult Siblings Stop Speaking? The Psychology Behind Family Estrangement and Sibling Rivalries

Brother and sister estrangement is a surprisingly common, and unspoken, occurrence. Why ties break down and how real families reconciled.


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12 Etiquette Rules You Must Follow When Traveling with Friends

Follow this advice to make sure you end the trip still friends with each other.


5 Types of Toxic Co-Workers and How to Deal with Them

For most, working in an office can offer a pleasant, exciting, and motivating path to a successful career. However, sometimes...

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11 Little Etiquette Rules All Bridesmaids Should Agree to Follow

There's a lot more to being a bridesmaid than wearing a pretty dress and standing behind the bride. Nowadays, bridesmaids...


First-of-Its-Kind Study Reveals Who Gossips the Most—And How Often

Everyone gossips, but for how many hours a day on average?


22 Heartwarming Stories of True Friendship That Will Make You Call Your Bestie

If you’re lucky, you’ll find one person who brightens your day, lends an ear, and inspires you. RD readers share...


8 Red Flags You’re in a Codependent Relationship

When you first start a relationship, a little codependency can feel natural. But if you've been together and you still...


12 Tricks Con Artists Use to Win Your Trust

Getting conned could be as simple as a stranger knowing your name. Be careful.

16 Explanations You Don’t Owe Anyone — Really

The choices we make define us, so we deserve to be confident in those decisions—No justification necessary. These are the...


10 Blatant Lies Your Parents Told You, Debunked By Science

Your suspicion was right: They really did have a favorite child.


8 Discreet Signs You’re Being Taken for Granted—and What to Do About It

Being helpful is a good trait ... but some people will take advantage of your willingness to assist. Here's how...


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11 Unforgettable Pieces of Life Advice (In Just 6 Words Each)

Let these quick hits of wisdom help you guide your life.


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9 Weird Facts You Never Knew About Laughter

You'll get a chuckle from this trivia about one of our most ancient forms of expression and communication.


11 Winter Date Night Ideas That Will Keep Your Romance Toasty

Romantic nights out shouldn't be on hold until the weather cooperates. Winter date nights are a must for couples to...



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This Is the Only Polite Time to Leave a Party, According to an Etiquette Expert

Admit it: At some point, we have all secretly wondered.


25 Dating Deal Breakers All Women Have—and Men Should Definitely Be Aware of

Women and men aren't so different—we all have our date-night turnoffs that can range from superficial to deeply offensive. But...

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There Are 4 Types of People—and These Two Types Are the Most Compatible

Zodiac signs and Myers-Briggs types have nothing on this test.


These Extraordinary True Stories Will Remind You About the Power of Trust

Taking a leap of faith and trusting someone else is one of the scariest things you can do, but these...


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This One Magic Phrase Will Stop Gossip in Its Tracks

Rumor has it you’re trying to stop badmouthing people.


You Might Feel Stupid. But Playing These Games Will Build Trust

Couples who stay together play together—even if it means feeling like an idiot.


9 Ways to Keep Paranoia from Destroying Your Relationships

When trust issues in a relationship are fueled by paranoia or self-sabotaging thoughts, these doubts may be even more of...


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Here’s the Real Reason We Propose with Engagement Rings

The history behind this tradition dates back to ancient times, and it wasn't always so romantic.