I moved to Coral Gables for my dogs. I'm spending almost $2,000 more in rent, but we get to walk everywhere.

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Woman posing with two French Bulldogs
The author moved to a more expensive neighborhood in Miami for her dogs.

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I was the primary caregiver for my mother until she died. The responsibilities didn't end with her death.

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Ty Cole kissing his mother on graduation day
The author cared for his mother before her death.

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I was laid off last year and have only managed to get 1 job interview. I have 20 years of experience and am worried about my future.

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Shaun Chavis headshot
Shaun Chavis has applied for tons of jobs since getting laid off.

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I've spent the last 10 winters in Puerto Vallarta. I've always felt safer in Mexico than I do in the US.

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Puerto Vallarta with smoke
Branden James and his husband have spent the last 10 winters in Puerto Vallarta

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I'm an American sheltering in place in Puerto Vallarta. I'm not scared, but I'm sad for the locals losing their wages.

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Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico.

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I started smoking when I was a teen and quit 20 times. I still love the occasional cigarette.

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A woman wearing glasses, a white T-shirt, and jeans sitting on the ground and smiling while leaning on a bed.
Andrea Javor started doing insulin shots in public.

Photo credit: Lisa Kay Creative Photography

My company announced a return-to-office policy a few weeks ago. It's already affecting my relationship with my partner.

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a man sitting at a desk surrouned by papers and laptop
The author (not pictured) received an RTO mandate.

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I'm 39 but just started contributing to a 401(k) account. I have what I call 'retirement planning paralysis.'

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Emily Achler selfie
The author has always struggled to plan for retirement.

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My sister and I are not best friends. Still, she knows me better than anyone.

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Sister posing for photo in a boat
The author and her sister went their separate ways during college.

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I'm 40 and have similar health issues as my 95-year-old grandmother. I look to her for strength.

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Kristina Kasparian and her grandmother
The author and her superager grandmother have similar health issues.

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