When we got married, my husband and I fell into traditional roles. Now, we're teaching our kids how to be more equal with their future partners.

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The author;s son helps to cook a meal for the family.
The author said she and her husband are working to make sure their kids know how to share the mental and physical load with their future partners.

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I sold my clutter for less than it was worth. I don't regret it.

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The author made $600 while decluttering stuff she didn't need.

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I spent years dismissing my 81-year-old dad's advice about living in the now. I finally get what he was saying.

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The author's father always said he'd die young.

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I got rid of our Google Home. My family life improved in unexpected ways.

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The author threw away her Google Home from her kitchen.

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I've been part of The Wiggles for 14 years, making kids' content. My son doesn't watch videos on phones.

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I tried to be the perfect school volunteer mom. My kids don't remember it.

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Author regrets being so involved with her kids' school when they were little.

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My friend lent me $150,000 from his kids' college fund so I could start my business. We are now both millionaires.

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We bought a family business for $40,000 and moved to Boise. We are raising our daughter to know it's OK to take risks.

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Heather Schoonover and her husband bought a family business for $40,000.

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As a parent of adult children, my advice is no longer helpful. But stepping back isn't easy.

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Laura Falin and her children
The author (second from left) has older children, and she is trying not to give them advice.

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Airport wait times in New York City are still high. This simple trick helps me avoid the chaos.

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The author flies out of White Plains instead of the major airports in NYC.

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