Dear Annie: Make life a little kinder for yourself in 2026
In her “Dear Annie” column, Annie Lane suggests that even one small, brave act can spark meaningful change. The new year is an opportunity to blend kindness and courage for a better future.
In her “Dear Annie” column, Annie Lane suggests that even one small, brave act can spark meaningful change. The new year is an opportunity to blend kindness and courage for a better future.
A concerned mother contemplates warning her daughter about the potential pitfalls of inviting a mother-in-law to move in. The dilemma underscores the sensitivity of offering unsolicited advice in an already delicate family situation.
A worried husband confides his fears about his wife’s apparent memory lapses, only to be met with denial. She insists it is simply tiredness or normal forgetfulness, leaving him anxious about her well-being.
A recent Dear Annie column addresses a reader’s concern about neighbors who fail to acknowledge friendly greetings. Though the complete advice is only available through a paid subscription, the question highlights a greater desire for connection in local communities.
A woman writes to an advice column about how her relationship with her nephew has been shaken by her sister-in-law’s influence. Once feeling deeply connected to her extended family, she now sees herself on the outside, uncertain of how to mend the rift.
Is your living room turning into a secondhand storage unit? One family grapples with a husband’s willingness to host all of his adult son’s belongings, creating unexpected tension in their home.
In this seasonal edition of “Dear Annie,” readers are presented with an advisory perspective on how to approach family get-togethers with grace. The column also extends warm holiday wishes, underscoring the significance of kindness and goodwill during the festive season.
Medicare coverage denials can raise many questions for seniors unfamiliar with the appeals process. This article offers a glimpse into a piece that promises guidance on next steps when claims are turned down.
A mother-in-law’s request for her adult children to move in and “take care of her and the house” raises pressing questions about the boundaries of familial duty. The story highlights a universal dilemma: how much should family members be expected to do?
After 26 years in the classroom, one teacher is reaching out with a heartfelt message at the end of the school year. Despite loving both the job and the students, this educator wants parents to know there is something important to hear.