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The Common Belief That Can Block You From Making Friends

Have you ever thought you needed to present yourself in a certain way to make people like you? You do not have to be impressive to draw friends to you.

How Not to Confront Someone

Put-downs can be tempting, but they don't solve relationship problems. Communicating clearly and effectively is more powerful. Here's how.

12 Ways to Help When Your Child Struggles to Make Friends

We can’t make friends for our kids, but we can help ease their way socially. When kids feel lonely, hurt, or hopeless about finding friends, parental support is crucial.

Fitting in Versus Belonging

Belonging is when we feel known and valued. Trying to fit in makes us feel anxious and constantly on edge. Here are questions and ideas to help you find genuine belonging.

The Difference Between Perfectionism and Healthy Striving

Rigid, unrelenting perfectionism makes people miserable, yet they often cling to it, believing it's necessary for productivity.

A One-Syllable Word That Could Improve Your Relationships

A Personal Perspective: How one word can put partners on the same side, rather than against each other.

5 Ways to Teach Your Child to Be Grateful

Ungrateful children may just not have learned the importance of expressing gratitude. Here's how to teach them this essential social skill.

When Your Child Gets Cyberbullied

Clear guidance can help your child avoid or deal with online meanness and cyberbullying.

How to Comfort a Child Who Has Lost a Loved One

Losing a loved one is upsetting and confusing for children. Here's how you can help your child cope with grief.

When Coping Well Is Costly

Sometimes people who look amazingly capable feel depleted by the enduring strain of having to cope well.