I haven't spoken to my mother in 6 years. I'm making sure to show up for my sons in different ways.

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I'm always eager to offer advice to my adult kids. I've learned to wait to be asked for it.

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4 signs you might be the family scapegoat — and how it ties into all your relationships

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Family scapegoats can struggle with trust.

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I'm a parenting coach and mom of 3. Here's how I avoid shopping meltdowns.

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The author said she used to dread shopping with her kids (not pictured), but she's developed a way to keep the peace when they ask for things.

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I bought a company with my credit card. Twenty years later, it generated $55 million in global sales.

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Teresa Johnson started her business by putting $25,000 on a credit card.

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Kaley Cuoco says turning 40 gave her one big advantage in life and parenting

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Kaley Cuoco.
Kaley Cuoco.

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I gave birth to my baby, then I checked my work email. I thought I was in control, until I nearly lost myself.

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Camille Seigle poses with her husband and daughter.
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As a mom of 4, I've done every parenting phase. Middle school has been the hardest — and the most humbling.

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The author says that parenting middle schoolers can be hard.

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I moved from Spain to Florida 21 years ago. My first marriage fell apart, but I met the love of my life.

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The author moved from Spain to Florida 21 years ago.

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I ditched mom life for 48 hours to see the Backstreet Boys in Vegas. It was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

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The author (right) poses with her friends while attending a Backstreet Boys concert at the Sphere in Vegas.

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