“Masking” is part of life, especially for those with autism or A.D.H.D. But hiding your true self comes with a cost. Credit...Vanessa Saba Supported by By Christina Caron When Amara Brook was training ...

Last weekend, I had the good fortune to show my son how to install wood baseboard and interior door casing. We’re in the final stages of finishing over 1,000 square feet of living space in the ...

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Your mental health deserves better strategies this year. Let’s leave behind these harmful habits and adopt healthier coping mechanisms for a more fulfilling year ahead. As the new year begins, many of ...

Three psychologists walk into a bar to compose a witty toast to the power of humor. Or rather I picked up the phone and called each of them about the subject. (I’m just terrible at telling jokes.) But ...

The coping saw’s characteristic C-shaped frame creates tension on the blade without getting in the way of you or your workpiece while you cut. Most coping saw frames are made of steel or aluminum.

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While we may have heard that it’s important to treat ourselves with kindness, sometimes this is easier said than done, especially when we’re under stress. When we’re facing challenging circumstances, ...

Detailing the baseboards tends to be a chore many people skip when cleaning the house. One reason it’s such a dreaded task is because baseboards can be hard to reach, making the job awkward and ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

For many of us, retirement is a dream. At the start of our careers, we don’t often give it more thought than enrolling in a savings plan or filling out tax forms. When retirement age grows closer to ...

If you’re lucky enough to have central heating and/or air conditioning, with an automatic thermostat, you probably don’t have to worry too much about the outside temperature. But central HVAC is far ...