Advice from 'Ask Amy' Dickinson http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=17231894&ft=1&f=17231894 From rules of cell phone etiquette, to hints about how to mingle your way though a holiday party, tune in to <em>Talk of the Nation</em>'s occasional chat with syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson, as she helps us navigate life's little -- and not-so-little -- quandaries. en Copyright 2013 NPR - For Personal Use Only NPR API RSS Generator 0.94 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:00:00 -0400 http://media.npr.org/images/podcasts/thumbnail/npr_generic_image_75.jpg Advice from 'Ask Amy' Dickinson http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=17231894&ft=1&f=17231894 yes Cold Feet: Time To Call Off The Wedding, Or Chill? For some brides and grooms-to-be, even a heat wave in the thick of wedding season isn't enough to ward off cold feet. Sometimes the pressure or expense of a pending wedding can cloud judgment about whether to call it off. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how to handle degrees of cold and cool feet. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128849600&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128849600&ft=1&f=17231894 For some brides and grooms-to-be, even a heat wave in the thick of wedding season isn't enough to ward off cold feet. Sometimes the pressure or expense of a pending wedding can cloud judgment about whether to call it off. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how to handle degrees of cold and cool feet. 982 no For some brides and grooms-to-be, even a heat wave in the thick of wedding season isn't enough to ward off cold feet. Sometimes the pressure or expense of a pending wedding can cloud judgment about whether to call it off. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how to handle degrees of cold and cool feet.

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]]> Help 'Ask Amy' Write A Commencement Speech Amy Dickinson will give a commencement speech at a Maryland High School. Help 'Ask Amy' draft her address. Instead of delivering a bucket of cliches, she asks you: What should she say to hold captive an audience of young people? Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=127408421&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=127408421&ft=1&f=17231894 Amy Dickinson will give a commencement speech at a Maryland High School. Help 'Ask Amy' draft her address. Instead of delivering a bucket of cliches, she asks you: What should she say to hold captive an audience of young people? 980 no Amy Dickinson will give a commencement speech at a Maryland High School. Help 'Ask Amy' draft her address. Instead of delivering a bucket of cliches, she asks you: What should she say to hold captive an audience of young people?

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]]> How To Talk To Parents About Assisted Living The conversation about if and when to move a parent to an assisted living facility can alter family dynamics and divide siblings. Some parents may be resistant to move even after their health and the condition of their home deteriorate. Wed, 21 Apr 2010 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126167767&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=126167767&ft=1&f=17231894 The conversation about if and when to move a parent to an assisted living facility can alter family dynamics and divide siblings. Some parents may be resistant to move even after their health and the condition of their home deteriorate. 1821 no The conversation about if and when to move a parent to an assisted living facility can alter family dynamics and divide siblings. Some parents may be resistant to move even after their health and the condition of their home deteriorate.

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]]> Wives Increasingly Earning More Than Husbands Men are increasingly likely to marry women who make more than they do, according to a new study on the changing economics of marriage. Columnist Amy Dickinson and clinical psychologist Joshua Coleman discuss what that role reversal means for some couples. Thu, 04 Feb 2010 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123374274&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=123374274&ft=1&f=17231894 Men are increasingly likely to marry women who make more than they do, according to a new study on the changing economics of marriage. Columnist Amy Dickinson and clinical psychologist Joshua Coleman discuss what that role reversal means for some couples. 1819 no Men are increasingly likely to marry women who make more than they do, according to a new study on the changing economics of marriage. Columnist Amy Dickinson and clinical psychologist Joshua Coleman discuss what that role reversal means for some couples.

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]]> What's The Worst Gift You've Ever Received? Amy Dickinson recently called upon the readers of her "Ask Amy" column in <em>The Chicago Tribune</em> to send in their "worst ever" gift stories. She shares the best responses and gives some tips on how to choose the right gift — and what to do if you blow it. Thu, 17 Dec 2009 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=121563607&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=121563607&ft=1&f=17231894 Amy Dickinson recently called upon the readers of her "Ask Amy" column in <em>The Chicago Tribune</em> to send in their "worst ever" gift stories. She shares the best responses and gives some tips on how to choose the right gift — and what to do if you blow it. 1031 no Amy Dickinson recently called upon the readers of her "Ask Amy" column in The Chicago Tribune to send in their "worst ever" gift stories. She shares the best responses and gives some tips on how to choose the right gift — and what to do if you blow it.

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]]> Ask Amy: The Art Of The Graceful Comeback Martha Stewart created a stir last week when she critiqued Rachel Ray. But many say the prize goes to Ray for her savvy and graceful response. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about the art of the eloquent comeback. Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=120833756&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=120833756&ft=1&f=17231894 Martha Stewart created a stir last week when she critiqued Rachel Ray. But many say the prize goes to Ray for her savvy and graceful response. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about the art of the eloquent comeback. 1068 no Martha Stewart created a stir last week when she critiqued Rachel Ray. But many say the prize goes to Ray for her savvy and graceful response. Syndicated advice columnist Amy Dickinson talks about the art of the eloquent comeback.

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]]> Ask Amy: What Happened To Civility? TV has captured several recent celebrity outbursts. Rapper Kanye West ruined Taylor Swift's big moment at the MTV video music awards. Tennis star Serena Williams cursed at a line judge. The <em>Chicago Tribune</em>'s Amy Dickinson talks about whether we are seeing the end of civility. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=112926564&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=112926564&ft=1&f=17231894 TV has captured several recent celebrity outbursts. Rapper Kanye West ruined Taylor Swift's big moment at the MTV video music awards. Tennis star Serena Williams cursed at a line judge. The <em>Chicago Tribune</em>'s Amy Dickinson talks about whether we are seeing the end of civility. 980 no TV has captured several recent celebrity outbursts. Rapper Kanye West ruined Taylor Swift's big moment at the MTV video music awards. Tennis star Serena Williams cursed at a line judge. The Chicago Tribune's Amy Dickinson talks about whether we are seeing the end of civility.

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]]> Ask Amy: Economic Stimulus From Mom And Dad Parents sign on to nurture their children, to feed and clothe them, to give them warm safe places to sleep. And many have taken that duty even further, and provided their adult kids with infusions of cash. Has the recession changed how you support your grown-up kids? Thu, 16 Apr 2009 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=103171735&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=103171735&ft=1&f=17231894 Parents sign on to nurture their children, to feed and clothe them, to give them warm safe places to sleep. And many have taken that duty even further, and provided their adult kids with infusions of cash. Has the recession changed how you support your grown-up kids? 0 no Parents sign on to nurture their children, to feed and clothe them, to give them warm safe places to sleep. And many have taken that duty even further, and provided their adult kids with infusions of cash. Has the recession changed how you support your grown-up kids?

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]]> Starting Over: Pressing Life's Reset Button Starting over could be the result of moving to another country, salvaging the remains of a burned down home or ending a marriage. The experience can feel anywhere from devastating to cathartic. If you've started over, tell us about how you reset your life. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=101487887&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=101487887&ft=1&f=17231894 Starting over could be the result of moving to another country, salvaging the remains of a burned down home or ending a marriage. The experience can feel anywhere from devastating to cathartic. If you've started over, tell us about how you reset your life. 0 no Starting over could be the result of moving to another country, salvaging the remains of a burned down home or ending a marriage. The experience can feel anywhere from devastating to cathartic. If you've started over, tell us about how you reset your life.

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]]> Ask Amy: Your Relatives In A Recession Layoffs, foreclosures and dwindling savings accounts have affected many households. <em>Chicago Tribune</em> columnist Amy Dickinson has some advice on where to draw the line with in-laws, siblings, parents and adult children who knock on your door looking for help. Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=100778233&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=100778233&ft=1&f=17231894 Layoffs, foreclosures and dwindling savings accounts have affected many households. <em>Chicago Tribune</em> columnist Amy Dickinson has some advice on where to draw the line with in-laws, siblings, parents and adult children who knock on your door looking for help. 0 no Layoffs, foreclosures and dwindling savings accounts have affected many households. Chicago Tribune columnist Amy Dickinson has some advice on where to draw the line with in-laws, siblings, parents and adult children who knock on your door looking for help.

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]]> Ask Amy: Your Relationship In A Recession Whether your lover has just been hit by unemployment or you and your spouse are living in a cash-strapped household, Ask Amy's Amy Dickinson may be able to help. Are economic hard times putting a strain on your relationship? Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=99409407&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=99409407&ft=1&f=17231894 Whether your lover has just been hit by unemployment or you and your spouse are living in a cash-strapped household, Ask Amy's Amy Dickinson may be able to help. Are economic hard times putting a strain on your relationship? 0 no Whether your lover has just been hit by unemployment or you and your spouse are living in a cash-strapped household, Ask Amy's Amy Dickinson may be able to help. Are economic hard times putting a strain on your relationship?

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]]> No, You Can't: Turning Down Inauguration Guests Washington, D.C. residents like Veronica Miller have had a shared experience lately — calls from folks they haven't seen in ages, looking for places to stay for the Inauguration. Fortunately, advice columnist Amy Dickinson has tips on how to turn down unwanted houseguests. Tue, 06 Jan 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=99049855&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=99049855&ft=1&f=17231894 Washington, D.C. residents like Veronica Miller have had a shared experience lately — calls from folks they haven't seen in ages, looking for places to stay for the Inauguration. Fortunately, advice columnist Amy Dickinson has tips on how to turn down unwanted houseguests. 0 no Washington, D.C. residents like Veronica Miller have had a shared experience lately — calls from folks they haven't seen in ages, looking for places to stay for the Inauguration. Fortunately, advice columnist Amy Dickinson has tips on how to turn down unwanted houseguests.

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]]> Ask Amy: The Etiquette Of Re-Gifting Amy Dickinson, syndicated columnist of "Ask Amy" for <em>The Chicago Tribune</em>, talks about the ways the current economy is forcing us to bend the rules this holiday season (re-gifting anyone?) and how to tell someone "Sorry, you won't be getting anything this year." Thu, 27 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=97574220&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=97574220&ft=1&f=17231894 Amy Dickinson, syndicated columnist of "Ask Amy" for <em>The Chicago Tribune</em>, talks about the ways the current economy is forcing us to bend the rules this holiday season (re-gifting anyone?) and how to tell someone "Sorry, you won't be getting anything this year." 0 no Amy Dickinson, syndicated columnist of "Ask Amy" for The Chicago Tribune, talks about the ways the current economy is forcing us to bend the rules this holiday season (re-gifting anyone?) and how to tell someone "Sorry, you won't be getting anything this year."

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]]> The Ultimate Election Night Party Peter Sagal, host of NPR's <em>Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me!,</em> talks about how to plan the ultimate election night party, and syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson discusses proper etiquette once you arrive. Tue, 04 Nov 2008 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=96580917&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=96580917&ft=1&f=17231894 Peter Sagal, host of NPR's <em>Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me!,</em> talks about how to plan the ultimate election night party, and syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson discusses proper etiquette once you arrive. 0 no Peter Sagal, host of NPR's Wait Wait ... Don't Tell Me!, talks about how to plan the ultimate election night party, and syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson discusses proper etiquette once you arrive.

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]]> Ask Amy: Getting Through Tough Times <em>Chicago Tribune</em> syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how the slumping economy is affecting family households. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:00:00 -0400 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=92634649&ft=1&f=17231894 http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=92634649&ft=1&f=17231894 <em>Chicago Tribune</em> syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how the slumping economy is affecting family households. 0 no Chicago Tribune syndicated columnist Amy Dickinson talks about how the slumping economy is affecting family households.

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