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It’s never too late to pick up a new sport.
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![Too hot to sleep? Tips for a good night’s rest, even in extreme summer heat.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/GettyImages-1222795783_49f385.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C0%2C100%2C100&w=2400)
Why you’re getting lousy sleep right now — and what to do about it.
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![Is your kid addicted to their phone? Here’s how to set smart boundaries.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/07/GettyImages-1875371289.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C1.5201883786966%2C100%2C96.959623242607&w=2400)
A definitive guide to managing your children’s tech.
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Moving on from a productive career doesn’t need to be a blow to your identity.
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![Delete your dating apps and find romance offline](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/GettyImages-1835402235.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=3.2014923944668%2C26.390732138907%2C93.597015211066%2C73.609267861093&w=2400)
It’s not as scary as you might think.
![Yes, you should prepare your kids for climate disasters](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/GettyImages-564951375.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=7.629296875%2C15.25859375%2C84.74140625%2C84.74140625&w=2400)
![Yes, you should prepare your kids for climate disasters](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/GettyImages-564951375.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C24.295963541667%2C100%2C66.666666666667&w=2400)
The catastrophic effects of climate change can happen anywhere. Here’s how to help your kids cope before, during, and after an emergency.
![The secret to modern friendship, according to real friends](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/GettyImages-1320767941.png?quality=90&strip=all&crop=16.666666666667%2C0%2C66.666666666667%2C100&w=2400)
![The secret to modern friendship, according to real friends](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/06/GettyImages-1320767941.png?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C0%2C100%2C100&w=2400)
My friend wrote a book about friendship. Here’s what we learned about ours.
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All is not lost if they are dating a complete loser.
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Your neighborhood watering hole is more important than you think.
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Plus, lessons worth learning about financial literacy.
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Seasonal allergies making you miserable? Here’s what you need to know.
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Plus, how to think about building your legacy.
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Don’t move in with your significant other without discussing these things first.
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![How to talk to boys so they grow into better men](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25330441/GettyImages_1483667121.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=0%2C2.5655644241733%2C100%2C94.868871151653&w=2400)
Counteracting the Andrew Tate effect isn’t just the purview of parents and teachers.
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Including when to do them yourself, when to seek out help, and strategies for keeping track of it all.
![How to master the art of small talk](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25306304/GettyImages_132075518.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=3.2354290959156%2C0%2C93.529141808169%2C100&w=2400)
A guide to having actually interesting conversations with strangers.
![A guide to starting your mental health journey](https://cdn.statically.io/img/platform.vox.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/chorus/uploads/chorus_asset/file/25306523/GettyImages_1934506289.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&crop=13.188604770894%2C0%2C73.622790458212%2C100&w=2400)
From choosing the right therapist to figuring out how to pay.
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Plus, a suggestion for what to do if you come into a windfall.
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What seasonal affective disorder can tell us about ourselves.
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The application for getting federal financial aid has changed for 2024-2025. Here’s how to fill it out.
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The pharmaceutical supply chain is broken, but if you’re facing a drug shortage, you have more power than you think.
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Nine experts weigh in on curbing and diffusing your overly negative thoughts.
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Sitting for too long is bad for your health. Here’s how to move your body throughout the day.
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Spend some time with your inner monologue (and actually enjoy it).
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Timing light exposure right helps combat seasonal depression.
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It’s possible to navigate finances even when your brain gets in the way.
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More American adults than ever say they likely won’t have kids, although we’re still a minority.
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Four not-so-scary steps to take to give yourself peace of mind.
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Expert-approved advice that’ll help you rethink romance.
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The best bedtime routine is one you enjoy.
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Speaking up for yourself in a medical setting is a skill. Here’s what to know.
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How to cope with both inflation and lifestyle creep.
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The no-rules approach to building a meditation practice.
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