For my last birthday, we went to a bistro and shared a sandwich, while he chose a pricey new Thai restaurant for his.

In the past the family members have all planned lists. We want to tell the rest of the fairly large family that enough is ...

I guess what I’m asking is, what do I do to fix this and fast, as I said, I’ve turned 40 this year, my parents are both 70.

Dear Gift-Giving: Meet their lists with a list of your own. You can make a list of charities you’d like them to contribute to ...

DEAR ERIC: Recently, I was trying to figure out how two friends of mine, James and Jon, had decided to stop talking to me and ...

He’ll graciously allow me to treat him to expensive meals and say, “Thank you,” while overtipping the cute young server. When ...

Dear Eric: My son is turning 40 on December 22. My husband and I are at a quandary as to how to celebrate him. There have ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who is disappointed their brother rarely calls or offers to ...

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who isn't interested in reconnecting with someone their ...

On November 9, I answered a letter from someone who was trying to find a way to acknowledge her impending divorce in her Christmas cards, which would contain ...

Once a photo is uploaded, there’s no telling what life it will take on. Even if that life is innocuous, it’s fair for your ...

Try having an open conversation, free from defensiveness. Use “I” statements. “I am sad that you’re choosing not to continue our friendship. I respect the choice you’ve made but I would appreciate the ...