I've taken my dad on a handful of father-daughter trips. This tradition has helped me get to know him in a new way.

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I've been taking my dad on father-daughter trips for eight years.

Nicoletta Richardson

I started keeping a list of activities to get myself off my phone. My days are more satisfying, and my screen time is down.

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I have found that starting an activity list made me happier and got me off my phone more often.

David Rockower

I live with my partner, but book a hotel room for just myself several times a year. It's one of my favorite traditions.

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The writer holding a pillow and suitcase and standing in front of a hotel.
Spending a few nights at a nearby hotel always helps me catch up on sleep and take care of myself.

Mary Christine Kane

After decades of swearing by workout classes, I switched to weightlifting. I never expected to be so impressed by the results.

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After doing workout classes for decades, I decided to switch to a strength-training program.

Alexandra Frost

I took a break from being the 'planner friend.' Stepping back helped me learn which friendships I should prioritize.

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Sukhman Rekhi

I was nervous about moving to a 'soulless' commuter city for my job. I'm surprised by how much I love it here.

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Anya Diggines

I graduated from college with my dream job. I don't know if I'll ever feel that level of success again.

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Laura stands in front of an orange sign that says Studio 1A.
After graduating from college, I got my dream job as an NBC page.

Laura Millar

I moved to a resort town in the Italian Alps 8 years ago. Living here has perks, but it's no vacation.

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Gemma Johnstone

My husband and I moved in with his parents. Despite our initial hesitations, our lives have improved dramatically.

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Dani and her husband pose for a picture with both sets of in-laws.
I moved in with my in-laws two years ago and couldn't be happier.

Dani Mohrbach

I came up with the 'burned haystack' dating method. It helped me find Mr. Right.

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Jennie Young and a man standing on a ground covered in snow.
Jennie Young created a new dating method; when she tried it on herself, it worked.

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