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Living

Maggie Whittingham-Lamont, as told to Sanam Islam

When I found out my marriage was over,I thought my life was over too. Turns out divorce was the best thing that ever happened to me.

Divorce: How I Survived After My Husband Left Me

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Real Life Stories

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Health

Sex &amp; Relationships

When you’ve outgrown a friend it can be hard to navigate the cooling off period. Here’s how to end a friendship gracefully.

Six Ways To End A Friendship Gracefully

You can’t live without good friends. But every once in a while, there’s one pal you think you just might be able to survive without. What’s the best way to end a friendship with as little distress and hurt feelings as possible without relying on social media to do the dirty work for you?

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