My family is smothering me. How do I tell them I need space?

The question:   I’m approaching 30 and living at home to help support my mother. I’m very devoted to my family, but starting to feel a bit smothered by all the responsibility. How can I demonstrate my need for alone time and independence – without offending my...

My friend had a miscarriage. How can I help her?

The question:   My friend was a few months along in her pregnancy when she recently had a miscarriage. How do I support her without being intrusive or overbearing?   The answer:   Miscarriages are, unfortunately, relatively common. Up to one out of five...