How to live a better life

One of our goals atTIMEis to help people live better lives. We hope that we provide you with useful information andguidance, which enables you to make smarter, more informed choices.\xa0

One of TIME’s writers who helps us deliver on that mission isAngela Haupt, who regularly breaks down solutions to difficult interpersonal challenges. She describes her beat as covering “mental health, happiness and actionable ways to live well,” and she often finds a way to put apsychological lenson what’s happening inpop culturenow.

This week,Angela phoned up therapists to understand how they respond to insults. (I’m putting a few of these suggestions away for future reader letters). Earlier this winter, Angela offered advice onhow to ease off of social media. Among her other acts of genuine service:How to say no betterand advice onhow to navigate your family textchain. And in our Ideas section recently,Donald J. Robertson wrote about the staying power of Marcus Aurelius’sMeditations, something that might sound familiar to anyone who saw 2023’sThe Holdovers.The Stoic philosopher’s words are a good reminder that Angela and others at TIME who are finding answers for living well are working as part of an ancient tradition.

What’s helped you live a better life? Let me know: Sam@time.com