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People waiting at a subway stop. Next Avenue, why change is good

Have No Fear: Change is Good

How breaking one little habit can result in surprisingly big benefits
August 9, 2022
A couple hugging in front of a setting sun. Next Avenue, aging, reasons to live

Finding Reason to Stay Alive Past Age 75

At 90, a grieving widower read an essay from medical ethicist Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel and realized he's grateful for all his years, even in the face of sadness
August 8, 2022
S bear standing at the edge of a lake, near the woods. Next Avenue, Move forward after becoming a widow

Our First Bear

My husband and I had always hoped to see one of these magnificent creatures from a distance. When it happened, I was on my own and seeing it for both of us.
August 3, 2022
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A black and white photo of the Rolling Stones during a concert. Next Avenue, the rolling stones 1972 tour

A Rolling Stones Memory That's Lasted 50 Years

At the first Stones concert I saw, at Madison Square Garden in 1972, I discovered you CAN always get what you want
July 25, 2022
A grandparent being hugged at home by her grandchildren. Next Avenue,

Who Needs a Hug? We All Do.

Hugs can be like an infusion of emotional medicine when we're sad and a burst of celebration when we're happy
June 23, 2022
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