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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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15 Milestones Everyone Needs to Reach by Age 30

So, you've nearly hit the big 3-0! Congrats. You've probably seen a whole load of milestones along the way—make sure...


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9 School Subjects You Took That Your Kids Won’t

Schools still teach the basic subjects such as math, science, history, and English, but the others have changed a lot....


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15 Signs Your Relationship Is Solid as a Rock

Healthy relationships all share many of these same signs. Find out the signals and habits that your relationship is built...


9 Hilarious First Kiss Stories That Will Make You So Glad You’re Not a Teenager

Get ready to reminisce about that deliciously awkward moment when your lips first touched someone else's.


12 Subtle Signs You’ve Got a Cheating Spouse

Is your partner stepping out? Pay attention to these potential signs of infidelity.


10 Things You Need to Stop Saying to the People in Your Life

If you want to keep your personal and professional relationships happy and healthy, never utter these words.


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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...


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22 Outdated Wedding Rules No One Follows Anymore

They say some rules are meant to be broken and we couldn't agree more.

10 Little Travel Mistakes That Make Your Vacation Unnecessarily Stressful

The best ways to regain control of your trip, so that it can be what was intended: a mental break.


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26 Marriage Tips from Grandmas You’d Be a Fool Not to Follow

Who knows better how to have a successful relationship than someone who's had decades of experience?


Why Do Brides Need Something Old, New, Borrowed, and Blue?

You've likely heard the centuries-old wedding rhyme. Here's what it means, and where it came from.


13 Home Improvement Projects That Practically Pay for Themselves

These smart upgrades pay off big in resale value and enjoyment of your home.


The Number One Food That Causes Food Poisoning

Most food-borne diseases between 2009 and 2015 were caused by something that's a dinner staple.


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If Your Partner Is Asking You to Do These 10 Things, It’s Time to Leave

You want me to do what? Fifty Shades of Gray is a fictional book, not a how-to manual for healthy...


14 Funny Sibling Stories That Will Make You Glad You’re Not an Only Child

The first set of brothers was Cain and Abel, 
and we know how that ended. Don’t worry—
these tales of rivalry...


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26 Clever Wedding Jokes and Quotes Perfect for Any Speech

It's been a very emotional day. Even the cake is in tiers.


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The 11 Kinds of People You’ll Unfortunately Meet At Every Wedding

While the bride and groom may change, the supporting cast remains oddly familiar.

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

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



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11 Times Your AirPods Are Making You Seem Rude

Those tiny white AirPods are ubiquitous in ears today—including at completely inappropriate places like funerals and movie theaters. Here's how...


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The Real Reason You and Your Friends Look So Much Alike

There's an actual reason why you and your friends look alike, and it's not just because you share the same...


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...


11 Wedding Planners Reveal the Craziest Client Requests

Wedding planners are committed to getting the job done no matter what the circumstances. But some of these requests pushed...

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15 Early Signs Your Relationship Isn’t Going to Last

New love is so intoxicating we often miss the early signs the relationship may be doomed. Here are the red...


17 Reasons My Favorite Teacher Changed My Life

It only takes one person to make a difference in the life of another—and teachers are often that person. Check...


15 National Geography Bee Questions Only Geniuses Will Get Right

How well do you know your world geography? Take a whack at these questions, culled from past National Geographic Bee...


10 Things You Should Never Say to a Widow

It’s easy to blurt out the wrong thing when trying to comfort a mourner. Whatever you do, avoid these awkward,...


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6 Missing Person Mysteries That Were Miraculously Solved

Their families had lost hope of seeing them again, when miraculous circumstances led to their reunions.


15 Trips Every Mother and Daughter Should Take Together

Whether you're a mom traveling with a school-age daughter or a grown daughter taking her mom on a special trip,...