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Lybi Ma

Parent, Not Patsy
Are you giving in to your child's tantrum?
The Wonder Years: A Parent's Toolkit
Tips on surviving the teen years—no, really.
The Perfect Wedding
How perfectionism can ruin your perfect day—and your health.
The Caregiver
Looking after a sick loved one can shorten your lifespan by years.
Feedback: I Can Take It
To receive feedback efficiently, one must first learn how to listen. Sharpening your listening skills can deescalate potential conflict and avoid misunderstandings.
Down But Not Out
In every part of life—romance, work, family—there are disappointments. And these can indeed set you back. But setbacks actually force us to take risks, learn and grow.
The Thick Skinned
It's not all about you. How becoming less self critical can help boost your confidence.
How to Have Great Sex
Ten keys to great lovemaking, including the having right attitude, communicating and loving your body.
Feedback: Go Ahead, I Can Take It
Learning to handle criticism is a skill in itself. Avoid being emotional, seek regular feedback, be flexible and stay away from aggression.
Your Dream, Not Your Mom's
Pursue your own dreams to obtain the most life and work satisfaction.
Dishing It Out
How to give feedback, express your opinions and understand another person's point of view.
The Queen of Suspense
A chat with the Queen of Suspense, mystery writer Mary Higgins Clark.
Just Say No
People ask you for your help because of one big reason: You always say yes. Here's how to cultivate the art of saying no.
Hitting the Big Time with Small Talk
How to find the extrovert in you. Here are some tips on the art of small talk.
"I Can't Live Without Her"
Will you really "die" without her? None of us can control another person -- not even "the one."
When Your Partner Isn't Perfect
Depending on what kind of lens you are looking through, a flaw is a flaw only when you want it to be.
How to Be a Great Conversationalist
How to keep a conversation going in the right direction. Are you an interrogator, a braggart, a know-it-all or the perfect conversationalist?
Kids: Open to Discussion
We all know it's important to talk with your kids. But how you do it may well be the key to their success.
Do You Really Like Me?
Approval-seeking takes a whole lot of time and effort, and it's unlikely you will get the approval you want anyway.
Santa Maria
Maria Shriver talks about working with children and disabilities.

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