Jancee Dunn is also a columnist for the New York Times. Read some of her published work below.
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What’s Behind the ‘Middle-Aged Groan’?
Experts weigh in on the sounds we make when we bend over, stand up and sit down.
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Day 2: The Secret Power of the 8-Minute Phone Call
I just had an eight-minute call with my good friend Tina, whom I’ve known for over three decades. I could never seem to connect with her (she has a very demanding job) until I sent her a text last week proposing an eight-minute phone call.
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My Marriage Has a Third Wheel: Our Child
Here’s a typical weeknight scenario in our household: My husband, Tom, our 9-year-old daughter, Sylvie, and I feel like ordering in, and after a lengthy debate, we decide on pizza. Later, while the three of us are eating pepperoni slices and playing Bananagrams…
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How to Stop Having Those Same Silly Fights With Your Partner
There are ways to meet somewhat near the middle, experts say.
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Need to Defuse Family Squabbles? Learn From an F.B.I. Crisis Negotiator.
He uses seven skills for active listening in high-pressure situations, and they can help you communicate better, too.