The philosopher Georges Bataille, not a man whose body of work I’d necessarily recommend to souls in jeopardy, nevertheless ...

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Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

Dear Annie: I had my kids in my early 20s, which felt right for me and my husband at the time. We live in New York City, where most parents we meet had children much later in life. At school events, ...

DEAR ANNIE: My husband has made it clear that he wants out of the marriage and is asking me to move out of our home. We have ...

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Dear Abby advises a person who is trying to protect her secret from her children after confiding to a family member.

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If you ever choose to reach out, do it because you’re ready -- not because others think you should.

Dear Annie: I had a strange encounter recently that left me feeling confused and, honestly, a little hurt, and I’m wondering what the proper etiquette is in this situation.

Dear Abby: My husband bought me a beautiful diamond ring for our 35th anniversary. People often ask how much it cost and why we would spend that.

Abby, our relationship has been toxic ever since she found out she was pregnant with me almost 35 years ago. My family expects me to put out a “fire” I didn’t start, just because she is sick.