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Life feels more complex than ever – including in our personal relationships. While there’s no shortage of advice online, wading through it all for smart, practical direction can feel overwhelming.
The Globe and Mail’s Life team wants to help. Every month, lifestyle reporter Gayle MacDonald will chat with a reader about a relationship issue they’re struggling with, and tap experts for advice and ideas on how to navigate it.
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Tell us about the tricky situations or dilemmas you’re facing with the people in your life, from romantic relationships to friendships or family. Are you at odds with a pal or relative over political differences? Arguing with your spouse about a kitchen reno? Pulling your hair out when your fiancée adds to the wedding guest list?
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Write us with a brief description of your conundrum in the box below or send us an e-mail at audience@globeandmail.com. If you’d like to include a photo, submit it using this link.
Struggling with your relationships? Share your story for our new advice column
Every month, lifestyle reporter Gayle MacDonald will chat with a reader about a relationship issue they’re struggling with, and tap experts for advice and ideas on how to navigate it. Tell us about the tricky situations or dilemmas you’re facing with the people in your life – from romantic relationships to friendships or family – in the box below.
