My life after college looks nothing like I expected. I wonder if I made the right choices.

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The author wonders if he made the right choices after college.

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I took a break from being the 'planner friend.' Stepping back helped me learn which friendships I should prioritize.

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Sukhman Rekhi

I moved from a big city to a small town 4 years ago. It's still not going nearly as well as I'd hoped.

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As much as I enjoy living in a small town, I've found it hard to make deep connections here and struggled to be part of the tight-knit community.

Alice Sanders

I thought I was too old to make new friends. A bold move proved me wrong.

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The author (in yellow) with her new set of friends at a bar in Connecticut.

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A longevity researcher shares his 4 habits for healthy aging, including outdoor stair-climbing and socializing more

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Matt Kaeberlein, the CEO of Optispan, shared his longevity habits.

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I deleted Instagram from my phone for a year. Being desktop-only connected me to friends without the drawbacks.

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In: film cameras. Out: documenting everything on our phones.

Julia Pugachevsky

35 TV shows that went on way too long — sorry

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Sadie Sink, Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Noah Schnapp, and Millie Bobby Brown at the premiere of "Stranger Things" season five.

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After years of losing myself and my female friendships, I got divorced. Now, I've built a life I love with my best friend.

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Liz Regalia

I threw a dinner party to avoid spending money on holiday gifts for friends. Now, it's my annual tradition.

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The author (right) hosts dinner parties for his friends.

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2 best friends bought a house together before they turned 25. They're still happy with their decision 3 years later.

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Sophie Harper and Madison White became homeowners in 2022.

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