Stop Arguing, Start Brainstorming

Interested in having a baby outside of the bedroom? In vitro fertilization is just one of many options on the reproductive technology table. This episode, Life Kit reporter Andee Tagle shares how to choose the right conception method for you -- from planning out your timeline to ...  Show more

In this edition of Dear Life Kit, more wisdom from our vast archives to help you figure out: -Can you bug your friends to do something they're avoiding?-If your partner has a boundary, do you need to go along with it?-Do you need to be on the same page with your partner about jun ...  Show more

Have you ever ended an argument, only to ask yourself, "Why were we even fighting?" In this episode, discover ways to handle confrontations better, so you can have more harmonious relationships with those you love most. “Let other people have their own ideas, their own voice. Bec ...  Show more

When it comes to conflict, most of us just want to shut it down. But psychological research is increasingly taking a different approach to discord, with profound implications for disputes big and small. This week, we kick off our Relationships 2.0 series by asking: what if we ...

Let’s talk about the annoyance of a pre-weekend argument. You have two options: 1) Let it go for the sake of your weekend or 2) Stand your ground and risk all your plans being ruined. Luckily there is an alternative. You can put a pin in a conflict and pick it up later. And we’re ...  Show more

Think conflict is bad? Think again!In this episode of Take Out Therapy, we’re flipping the script on conflict and exploring how it can actually be a powerful tool for growth and connection. Avoiding conflict might feel easier, but it can hold you back from deeper, more meaningful ...  Show more