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R. Eric Thomas Wants to Solve All Your Problems

R. Eric Thomas brings empathy and insights to his advice column, focusing on the importance of communication in resolving life dilemmas.

Help! I Went on a Date With a Guy I Volunteer With. Now He's Gossiping About Me Like a Teen.

Handle inappropriate behavior with aloofness and confidence, showcasing that their antics do not affect you.

R. Eric Thomas Wants to Solve All Your Problems

R. Eric Thomas brings empathy and insights to his advice column, focusing on the importance of communication in resolving life dilemmas.

Help! I Went on a Date With a Guy I Volunteer With. Now He's Gossiping About Me Like a Teen.

Handle inappropriate behavior with aloofness and confidence, showcasing that their antics do not affect you.
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Help! I Bring My Girlfriend's Family Free Food. But They Have the Gall to Make Complaints.

Don't feel obligated to meet unreasonable demands for specific food preferences.
Set boundaries regarding your generosity; it's okay to say no to unreasonable requests.

Help! My Son Destroyed His Family With an Affair. Now He's Going to Ruin What's Left of It.

Encourage patience and understanding in fostering sibling relationships, especially after familial strife.

Help! I Bring My Girlfriend's Family Free Food. But They Have the Gall to Make Complaints.

Don't feel obligated to meet unreasonable demands for specific food preferences.
Set boundaries regarding your generosity; it's okay to say no to unreasonable requests.

Help! My Son Destroyed His Family With an Affair. Now He's Going to Ruin What's Left of It.

Encourage patience and understanding in fostering sibling relationships, especially after familial strife.
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Ask Allison's life as an agony aunt: 'I spend a lot of time thinking about the letters - there are a few I worried about'

Advice columnists face the dual challenge of empathetically helping others while maintaining personal boundaries.

Introducing "Dear James," a New Advice Column

The article introduces a new advice column called 'Dear James,' aimed at addressing existential concerns and personal struggles that many people face.

Help! My Ex Was a Violent Man. Now He's Dating My Former Bully. Do I Warn Her?

Seek therapy to process emotions after abusive relationships.
Support systems and counseling can aid recovery from trauma.

Ask Allison's life as an agony aunt: 'I spend a lot of time thinking about the letters - there are a few I worried about'

Advice columnists face the dual challenge of empathetically helping others while maintaining personal boundaries.

Introducing "Dear James," a New Advice Column

The article introduces a new advice column called 'Dear James,' aimed at addressing existential concerns and personal struggles that many people face.

Help! My Ex Was a Violent Man. Now He's Dating My Former Bully. Do I Warn Her?

Seek therapy to process emotions after abusive relationships.
Support systems and counseling can aid recovery from trauma.
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How to Potty Train: Tips and Advice from Dr. Harvey Karp

Potty training varies per child; readiness typically shows between 18 to 30 months.
Creating a positive, pressure-free potty training environment is essential for success.

Help! I Just Found Out My New Pet Is Stolen Property.

Discussing the ethical implications of caring for pets and responsibilities involved.

Asking Eric: Who's the guy replacing Amy Dickinson?

R. Eric Thomas is taking over Amy Dickinson's Ask Amy column, emphasizing empathy and shared experiences in giving advice.

Hola Papi!, Does My Grandmother Need to Know I'm Gay?

John Paul Brammer's intimate connection with readers stems from his candid advice column on The Cut.
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Help! My Partner's Politics Are Reprehensible.

Advice column revisits questions from the past to see how much has changed.
Dilemma about a partner with opposing political beliefs

Help! I Want to Give My Husband My "Two-Week Notice."

Takeaway 1: The advice column suggests that the person should leave their cheating husband who had an affair with someone they had a restraining order on.
Takeaway 2: The column advises sending a respectful email to the team explaining the decision to step down and offering support during the transition.

Help! My Partner's Politics Are Reprehensible.

Advice column revisits questions from the past to see how much has changed.
Dilemma about a partner with opposing political beliefs

Help! I Want to Give My Husband My "Two-Week Notice."

Takeaway 1: The advice column suggests that the person should leave their cheating husband who had an affair with someone they had a restraining order on.
Takeaway 2: The column advises sending a respectful email to the team explaining the decision to step down and offering support during the transition.
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Help! I'm a Rebel Fighter for Space on Airplanes. My Girlfriend Just Threatened to Turn Me In.

In this edition of On Second Thought, Slate revisits advice questions from the 2010s and asks modern-day columnists to weigh in.
The question from the 2010s is about reclining seat etiquette on airplanes.

Help! I Figured Out a Workaround for the Housing Crisis. My Boomer In-Laws Do Not Approve.

Many people in the younger generation are unable to afford a "starter home" due to rising housing costs.
Some older generations may have difficulty understanding the financial realities of younger generations.
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