When I was in first grade, my teacher once called the class together and said, "Glen is feeling bad because no one will play with him. Will anyone here play with Glen?" Glen was new (I think he moved ...

My friend of 35 years told me after the election last year that she had trouble being around “people like me.” ...

Some friendships build us up, others end up destroying us. Knowing how to recognize when a bond becomes harmful gives you the chance to better protect yourself—and grow. Friendship is supposed to be a ...

Dear Eric: “Bella” and I met more than 35 years ago as volunteers. We maintained a friendship despite totally different life paths: she had a string of relationships that never went very far; I ...