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Training for your next marathon? Here’s exactly how to set a realistic marathon goal for yourself, according to experts. Maybe Id heard about a friend who did it and it sounded impressive while also somewhat attainable. Heres how experts recommend you approach setting marathon goalsyes, pluralfor your next 26.2. The purpose of a marathon goal The marathon is a daunting endeavor and an enormous commitment. Goals help us to be more purposeful and create accountability and motivation....

A family therapist shares how to set boundaries. But since Im living with my parents until this whole pandemic blows over, the barriers are even weaker. Mom,I shout with full teen angst emphasis. Im on a phone call, this cant keep happening. Unfortunately, it will, and longer than anyone imagined. Fully regressing tohigh school modelike you would over Thanksgiving isnt a longterm sustainable option. … Were all adults here, andhealthy boundariesshould be set to reflect that....

It’s not easy to establish new boundaries in established friendships. Here, xperts weigh in with tips on how to create friendship boundaries. Its about managing walls, but also managing doors and windowsessentially navigating the space between you and another person. Common reasons for boundary setting with friends 1. For example, if youre at a certain life stage wherein other demands are exhausting your bandwidthe.g. The goal of such a boundary, says Hill, would be to ensure a mutually-beneficial relationship....

And the best way to ensure youre actually giving your body what it needs? We are more productive, creative, and motivated when we take regular breaks. Also, dont give a shot to aim too high, says Giscombe, especially when starting out. I would pay attention to making my rest intentions realistic and not too lofty, he says. Remember: Theres no competition heretheres only rest. Rinse and repeat if necessary. …...

Word of advice: don’t shop without a game plan. We asked finance experts for their tips on how to shop Black Friday like a genius. With the barrage of door-busting deals dropping left and right, losing control is easier than youd think. So check there before swiping. The experts say you should monitor the prices to ensure youre getting the best possible deal. My philosophy for high-ticket items is watch and wait, says Griffith, Avoid paying full price when possible....

We talked to a pelvic floor physical therapist on how to sit on the toilet for optimal bladder health. Chances are, you’re doing it wrong! Want To Transform Your Outdoor Space into a Calming, Boho-Chic Escape (Um, Yes)? This will make the evacuation of the bladder and rectum much easier. Common mistakes are squatting position and not fully sitting on the toilet. Never hover over the toiletsit down. urology and women’s health specialist atAeroflow Urology...

sexologist and host of the podcastSex With Dr. Jess Never heard oflove languages? But Dr. OReilly says its really not. What Is the Words of Affirmation Love Language? Words of affirmation, she adds, can include compliments, appreciation, and acknowledgement of your partner. Both these practices have practical benefits. Research has shown thatfeeling understood and accepted by partners increases relational satisfactionandshowing gratitude increases life satisfaction. Aditi Paul, PhD, is a professor and mixed-methods researcher based in New York City....

Learn the best tips for long distance sex. Experts share tips to make long distance sex for a fulfilling long distance relationship. That said, intimacy in a relationship is an ongoing processno matter how convenient staying in touch can be. Why is intimacy important in a relationship? And intimacy can look different for those in a long-distance relationship. Is it normal for long-distance couples to have phone sex? staff sexologist and educator atGood Vibrations...

Believe it or not, a narcissist doesn’t come into power on their own. Here’s how to fend off their flying monkeys and henchmen. Your Low-Stress Guide to Leveling-Up Your Bedtime Routine Are You Burnt Out or Depressed? Well, as it happens, flying monkeys tend to surroundnarcissistsas well. Narcissistic flying monkeys are little henchmen of narcissists, those support their warped reality and self-centered behavior. Experts in This Article licensed clinical psychologist and author ofShould I Stay Or Should I Go?...

But turns out, caring only about yourself transcends generations in the form of the egotistical personality. Egotistical people tend to be extremely self-centered, immature, and constantly in need of validation. There could be something else going on. What are the signs of an egotistical person? An exaggerated view of their abilities People with egotistical personalities often exaggerate their abilities to earn praise. They often have an inaccurate appraisal of themselves, says Dr....

If your roses get sick, rose bush disease treatment isn’t too difficult. Here’s how to spot, treat, and prevent sick roses. However, being disease-prone doesnt make them fragile. Roses are exceptionally hardy by the way. Thats why I think theyre good beginners plants. Wallace explains that there are two main diseases that roses often get. rosarian (expert rose gardener) and curator of the Cranford Rose Garden in the Brooklyn Botanic Garden...

A step-by-step expert guide to the sexual phenomenon. What exactly is it? Can you learn how? sex educator and psychotherapist What is squirting, exactly? The volume also varies wildly, with women emitting anywhere from10 to 100+ millimeters. What squirting isnot, however, is an orgasm or female ejaculation. licensed clinical social worker and sexologist Further, the two fluids come out of the urethra through separate sources. Is squirt the same as pee?...

Have serious, debilitating stress about money? Here’s intel about what is financial trauma and expert tips on how to cope with it. My boss saying the words youre just no longer a good fit replayed over and over in my head. I had just beenlaid off,with no warning and seemingly no safety net. I had mentioned in a session how I was a workaholic and never really knew how to rest....