Quarantine Fatigue: Single, No Work and No Travel
Like many of us feeling a sense of quarantine fatigue, a 60-year-old reader feels alone while maintaining social distance with no end in sight.
How To Make New Friends During The Coronavirus Pandemic
Making new friends can be challenging during the best of times but the coronavirus pandemic has added another layer of complexity.
Saying No To A Friend During The Pandemic
It’s always hard to say NO to a friend but especially during a pandemic when your friends are feeling stressed and lonely.
My Friend Wants To Get Together Too Often
When one friend wants to get together more often than another, the situation can wind up making both of them uncomfortable.
Am I Obliged To Give Free Services To Family And Friends?
A semi-retired couple is often asked to devote their time and skills to providing free services to people they know who don’t want to pay professionals. They have a hard time saying NO.
My Friend Wants To Get Together Too Often
When one friend wants to get together more often than another, the situation can wind up making both of them uncomfortable.
A friendship between military wives begins to unravel
While friendships between military wives can have a strong bond, they don’t always last forever.
Reader Wisdom: Confessions of a People Person
A reader considers herself a “People Person” but expresses her discomfort at always being the friend who invites and initiates.
Retired and Feeling Disconnected
Many people are feeling disconnected during the pandemic. This retired therapist has lost her friends and seeks advice.
Would Life Be Sweeter In A Coronavirus Bubble? It Depends.
To help allay the isolation and anxieties associated with the pandemic, some people are creating or joining a coronavirus bubble.
Feeling Left Out Of A Pandemic Bubble?
A pandemic bubble (or pod) offers people a new way to connect together in person, both for social reasons and practical ones.
Covid Mental Health Resources
A handy list of COVID Mental Health Resources to keep for yourself or someone you know. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you need help.
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Disney Characters Offer Timeless Friendship Lessons
In celebration of International Friendship Day, Disney distills some of the “behind-the-scenes” secrets that inspire long-lasting friendships.
Friendship Day: 6 Ways To Stay Connected During the Pandemic
Because of the vital importance of friendships to our physical and emotional health, here are some ways to stay connected during the pandemic.
