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Is 50 Really the New 30?

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Stephanie Mason-Teague
Aug 27, 2022
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Recently, I was having a conversation with a male friend about whether it’s better to be nice or honest. I’ve always held the opinion that if you don’t have anything nice to say, then don’t say anything at all. Even so, I haven’t always followed my own advice. Especially with my family. Why is it that we hurt the feelings of those we love the most, and …

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