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happier holidays
The big (and small) personal victories our readers are celebrating from 2021
We asked for your non-career-related wins of the year
December 25, 2021
December 25, 2021
Struggling to enjoy the holidays? Here are small things you can do.
We asked women at The Washington Post to share how they lessen stress during this time
December 24, 2021
December 24, 2021
Finding holiday joy in a year full of losses and setbacks
These three women have found that joy comes with effort — and a lot of intention
December 21, 2021
December 21, 2021
Ask Dr. Andrea: My in-laws have stolen Christmas. How can I reclaim it for my kids?
I always envisioned starting new traditions with the family I created
Why you might love Hallmark holiday movies, even if they’re ‘cheesy’
There are psychological underpinnings to why some of us may crave corniness, experts say
December 9, 2021
December 9, 2021
Stressed about money during the holidays? We’ve got tips to help.
A lot of the holiday magic-making stress falls on women, which can lead to overspending
December 8, 2021
December 8, 2021
The holiday season can come with grief, burnout and more. Here are ways to cope.
Expert tips for taking back joy in another pandemic holiday
December 2, 2021
December 2, 2021
4 tips for setting boundaries and making time for yourself this Thanksgiving
Experts share their mental health advice — no matter what your holiday looks like
