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Interpersonal relationships are a vital part of everyday life. We know relationships aren’t perfect, but we can help guide you through advice on how to fix common issues, things you should and shouldn’t say to the people in your life, and, of course, roundups of funny cartoons and quotes to remind you that laughter can be the best medicine.

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There’s a New Way to Play Monopoly—But Parents Aren’t Going to Be Happy About It

For better or worse, the classic real estate game is getting a modern makeover

Got Kids? We Can Probably Guess Your Second Child’s Name—Here’s How

There’s a method to the madness—even if you’re not doing it consciously!


The Latest Baby-Naming Trend Flips the Script for a Cool Gender-Neutral Twist

At last, a surefire way to find the perfect baby name!


These Baby Names Will Be Everywhere in the Next 10 Years

Are we finally saying goodbye to Olivia and Liam? Here’s what experts are predicting for the next wave of baby...


90 Spring Baby Names Perfect for the Season of Rebirth

Whether you're hunting for popular picks, vintage charm or fresh ideas, these spring baby names are perfect for your little...

Attention, Middle Children! Here’s Why You’re Better Than Your Siblings, According to Sc...

New research flips the script on sibling stereotypes—here's what you need to know


Trend Alert! Western Baby Names Are Taking the Reins in 2025

If you're fixin' to pick a cute name, check out these white-hot Western baby names

New Report: This Is the No. 1 State to Raise a Family In

Living in this state just might give your kids a head start in life


You Might Not See These Baby Names After 2025—Is Yours on the List?

These trendy names used to be white-hot—but now they're not


12 of the Sweetest and Funniest First-Date Stories You’ll Ever Read

Readers share their stories of unforgettable first dates, from studs to duds


Are You the Firstborn in Your Family? Here’s How It Affects Your Entire Life, According to a N...

You may get more attention and have higher academic achievement, but there is a major downside to being born first

If You Have a Baby on New Year’s, Here’s What May Happen

From cash to photo ops to free sausages, the first baby of the new year is often celebrated with a...


187 Alphabet Date Ideas for Unusual and Fun Romantic Outings

Coming up with fun, creative date ideas just got easier. Here's how to use alphabet dating to give your relationship...


These Are the Most Popular Baby Names of 2024

You know you’re curious! Here’s which baby names came out on top this year.


103 Captions for Dad to Include in All Your Sweet Photos

These Father's Day captions are perfect for every other day you want to celebrate Dad, too!


10 Wedding Invitation Etiquette Rules Brides and Grooms Should Follow

These essential wedding invitation etiquette rules will help you spread the word that you are getting hitched—without a hitch

42 Ways to Prep Yourself for a Successful Fall Reset

'Tis the season to reevaluate routines and adjust those habits. Here's how to maximize your fall reset.


Signs of a Cheating Partner: 9 Telltale Behavior Changes

Suspect your partner is being unfaithful? Relationship experts say these are the most common signs of cheating.


The Top Baby-Name Trends of 2025

The experts at Nameberry just announced the top baby-name trends for 2025—and you might be surprised by what made the...


The Surprising Benefits of Hobbies That Will Make You Want to Start One Now

Hobbies are more than just a fun way to pass the time. Find out about their many benefits—and how to...


What’s Ailing Our Doctors?

Today's physicians are burned out and battered by spreadsheets. Patients are suffering too.


27 Gifts for Boys That Are Just as Cool as He Is

Whether you're shopping for a teen, a tween or a little guy, we're about to make your life a whole...


122 School Jokes That Won’t Land You in Detention

Calling all class clowns! These school jokes will have everyone in stitches.


How to Trust Your Partner—and Rebuild Trust After Betrayal

Trust isn't a switch that can be flipped on overnight. Find out how to trust your partner, overcome your anxieties...


12 Things Your Partner Should Never Say to You—or Vice Versa

What do experts wish you'd stop saying during arguments? These are the comparisons, exaggerations and generalizations you should ditch.

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The Second-Date Dilemma: How to Know If You Should Say Yes

Just because you weren’t head-over-heels after the first date, it doesn’t mean you should rule out a second date. Here...


How to Get Over Being Cheated on—And Begin Anew

The pain is finite—take it from someone who has been there. Here's how to pick yourself up off the floor,...


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Reader’s Digest’s Top 5 Teacher Appreciation Videos That Will Melt Your Heart

These teacher appreciation videos will warm your heart—and show just how valuable teachers are for our future


56 Almost Effortless Ways to Save Money

How to be cheap without really trying.


13 Surprising Coconut Oil Uses for Beautiful Hair, Skin, and More

Coconut oil: It's not just for cooking anymore.


I Asked ChatGPT Some Personal Questions, and Let’s Just Say She’s Not a Good Friend

ChatGPT may be able to write a 10-page essay on the history of the world, but when it comes to...