Life Strategies

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Real Simple’s mission, through its 17 years, has been to simplify your life with smart finds like these.

What was your “a-ha!” moment? In the first runner-up of this year’s Life Lessons essay contest, a voice from the past reminds Yasmine S. Ali, MD, why she chose the increasingly difficult path of being a doctor.  

A new survey reveals that posting just to accumulate “likes” can be emotionally taxing (and sometimes downright dangerous).

The force behind the new civil-rights drama Selma is also the first African-American woman to have won best director at the Sundance Film Festival. Ava DuVernay took some time to speak with us about creativity, changing careers, and maintaining grace under pressure.

Whether you’re seeking advice or giving it, you’re probably no stranger to the question “Can I take you for coffee and pick your brain?” Here, some rules for handling informational one-on-ones considerately, efficiently, and with aplomb.

Think little alterations to your lifestyle won’t get you anywhere? Think again.

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From big whoppers to little white lies, almost everyone fibs on occasion. Here, experts reveal why.

Good cop. Bad cop. How about better cop? We asked experts: If you could change anything about the way parents approach discipline, what would it be? Here’s the tough love.