I vowed not to be lonely when I moved to a small town and got better at making friends. At 40, I haven't stopped growing my circle.

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The author with her friends in Bhutan, hiking at the top of a mountain.
The author frequently goes on hikes with new friends.

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A trip to Morocco with my mother-in-law made us closer than ever. We talk like we're friends.

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The author with her mother-in-law smiling in Morocco with a camel behind them.
The author felt closer to her mother-in-law after a trip to Morocco.

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My husband and I stuck to traditional vows on our wedding day. 3 years later, I still regret that decision.

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Ashley Archambault poses with her son and husband.
I knew I wanted my son to walk me down the aisle on my wedding day, but there's one thing I wish my husband and I had done differently.

Courtesy of Ashley Archambault.

I bought a 40-foot boat for $1. It's been a game changer.

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Lara Manetta on a boat
Lara Manetta on her 40-foot boat.

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Your high school reunion doesn't need to be stressful. Here are 8 dos and don'ts from therapists to help you enjoy the night.

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Happy Young Graduates

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I took myself to the movies alone. I ended up falling in love.

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A movie theater
 

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I replaced my fitness instructor with AI. I'm now stronger, more motivated, and saving hundreds of dollars.

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woman in fitness attire drinking from water bottle
Ella Plevin (not shown here) used AI to create a personal fitness workout routine that's made her stronger.

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My partner and I settle arguments with PowerPoint debates. We each get 5 minutes and a limited number of slides.

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A couple looking at a computer while sitting at a desk.
The author (not pictured) and her partner started solving conflicts by using PowerPoint debates.

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I thought my life would change when I moved to Ireland. Unfortunately, I never felt I belonged, and I moved home a year later.

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A woman sits next to a statue on a bench in Dublin, Ireland.
The author dreamed of moving to Ireland for years. While she enjoyed studying there, it wasn't a place she wanted to stay.

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Lance Bass explains how he's living his healthiest life, even after his diabetes diagnosis

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Lance Bass attends the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Award

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