
Carolyn Hax
Longtime advice columnist for The Washington Post with decades of experience answering readers' questions about family, relationships, and personal dilemmas.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 13min
When to call it quits
Advice columnist Carolyn Hax and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson discuss adjusting expectations, having difficult conversations, and when to end a friendship. They offer practical tips for navigating challenging relationships and making the most of friendships.

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Apr 9, 2024 • 11min
Why it pays to get out of your comfort zone
Washington Post advice columnist Carolyn Hax and friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson discuss ways to foster new friendships and revive old ones, emphasizing the importance of stepping out of comfort zones. They explore the benefits of connecting with strangers and redefining friend time, highlighting the value of real-life interactions in the digital age.

Dec 23, 2025 • 31min
Stressed about the holidays? Carolyn Hax has advice.
Carolyn Hax, a seasoned advice columnist for The Washington Post, shares her insights on navigating holiday stress. She emphasizes that heightened emotions during this season stem from unrealistic expectations. Hax offers practical advice on balancing family dynamics, like managing a mother who won’t leave the kitchen, supporting spouses over stepchildren, and setting boundaries in relationships. She also provides rapid-fire solutions to holiday dilemmas and reminds listeners to find grounding in challenging moments.


