Recently, I woke to the blaring noise of our downstairs TV. My husband had been watching it the night before and had accidentally left it on “pause” rather than “off.” The sudden blast was startling ...

Many people view aging with aversion, seeing it as something to fight rather than a natural part of life. Philosopher Simone de Beauvoir suggests old age is to be contrasted with life, not death.

We spend so much time thinking about what we can do in life that will bring success or "increase." The increase is about growth and having more—gains, wins, money, purchases, friends, food, or cars.

When the person who wronged you doesn’t seem to face any consequences, holding a grudge can feel like the only way to restore some sort of justice. Sure, they may be completely oblivious to the ...