People Are Sharing The Things That Aren't Actually "Mandatory" In Life, And I Learned A Few Important Lessons Here
December 21, 2025
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“Hearing me out without getting defensive. I had a million comebacks ready, and my college roommate said, ‘I’m sorry, thank you for talking to me about this. I’ll do better.’ Floored.”
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“I, too, remember…
My 5-Year-Old Daughter Said She Wanted To Take Pole Dancing Lessons. Here's What I Told Her.
December 20, 2025
I held back giggles. What do you say to a little girl who lets you hold their soul like that? I know many people might be horrified if their daughter saw a pole dancer at such a young age. Old Puritan belief systems have deep roots in us. But as a parent, I’ve never wanted…
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“Focus on yourself and the family and the life you’ve created for yourself. With social media, everyone is in everyone else’s business.”
“If you have such strong opinions that have most likely been fed to you through your phone, are…
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“Relationships are optional. If you don’t like the direction one is headed, you can end it at any time.”
“Too many people fall into the sunk cost fallacy and stay in relationships (friends, lovers, family) for much longer than they should…
Music is at the heart of Coco. In the movie, it’s used as a way to connect with both the dead and the living, and to bridge the gap between the worlds. Music also has a key role to play in Día de los Muertos. All-night celebrations at cemeteries will often be…
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“Having an open marriage can be a lot of fun. It also baffles a lot of people. Some folks actually get angry because you’re okay with other people touching or having sex with your spouse, but they never actually have a reason for that outside of…
Men In Long-Term Relationships Are Sharing The Lessons They've Learned Along The Way
September 27, 2025
What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from a long-term relationship or marriage? Share your thoughts in the comments! Or if you’d rather share anonymously, you can fill out the form below.
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