When my friend canceled our 40th birthday trip to Paris last minute, I was frustrated. But it led me to meet my French husband.

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The author met her husband on a solo trip to Paris.

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I couldn't afford to move out when my boyfriend and I broke up. We're still roommates a year later because it makes works for us.

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The author, not pictured, still lives with her ex-boyfriend.

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I dated a man 15 years older, and everyone criticized me. Some said I was a gold digger and had daddy issues, but I loved him.

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A couple enjoying an early-morning coffee together.

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I was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer at 36. Ten years later, I'm still learning to be confident in my body.

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I'm a former divorce attorney. Here are 5 subtle red flags I learned to look out for in relationships.

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The author (not pictured) shares the red flags she saw in relationships as a divorce lawyer.

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I dated a man 20 years older than me. He helped me jump-start my career and open up emotionally.

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The author, not pictured, was in an age-gap relationship.

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I went to my favorite Halloween theme park events sober. They were even scarier — and more fun.

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The author enjoyed attending Halloween events while sober and found them even more scary.

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I'm 72 and still form new habits — and break others. Making promises to others doesn't work for me, but these 5 things do.

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Louisa Rogers (not pictured) has learned how to form new habits.

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My daughter's disabilities mean I have to stay physically strong. So, I found a personal trainer for caregivers.

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I ghosted all the friends that left me feeling drained, and I'm not sorry. I now focus on quality time with real friends.

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The author ghosted all her friends that left her feeling drained.

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