“I think it’s fair to say a lot of us were brought up to believe giving someone a second chance is more than okay. People make mistakes; we learn, we grow, we hurt people without realizing it.

I don’t believe all second chances are created equal, though,” writes Diana Park. And today, she’s talking about why. Just in case you need permission to stop putting up with somebody’s crap.

— Kelly Faircloth, Executive Editor

“If your loved one is having anxiety issues, you might think medication can help them feel better — and some definitely can,” writes Brianne Hogan. “But how do you get them to talk to a healthcare professional about which medications may help? And how do you, as their loved one, encourage them to take their medication without adding undue stress or pressure?” She talked to an expert to find out.