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Priya Parker on the art of gathering.

Author Annie Duke, on the power of walking away.

Unconventional wisdom from successful novelist Taffy Brodesser-Akner.

Mónica Guzmán breaks down the tape of one family’s contentious conversation.

Mónica Guzmán on aiming for understanding—not agreement.

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Erika Nelson on the magic of the roadside attraction.

Decision coach, Nell McShane Wulfhart, on how to quit waffling and start deciding.

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