07.24.08
Should I Be Worried About My Retirement This Early?
Dear BeThree, I’m a young professional with a full-time job. I can barely pay my rent with my paycheck, so why is it so important to save for retirement when I’m this young? – Laura, Chicago, IL
Just like your health, what you do with your money NOW has a direct impact... Continue
07.17.08
Should I Hook Up With My Ex?
Dear BeThree, I’ve recently become friends again with my ex and have been tempted to hook up with him even though we’re not together. Is having s*ex with your ex such a bad thing? – Sasha, Burlington, VT
Been there, done that. But please – do as we say, not as we ... Continue
07.07.08
How Do I Help A Friend Who Has Just Lost A Loved One?
Dear BeThree, How do you support someone who's grieving the loss of a loved one? Do you call, stop by, cook them meals? Or is it best to just leave them alone? – Amanda, Portland, OR
Since the grieving process is one of the few human experiences that follows no specific and ... Continue
06.16.08
How Can I Talk To A Friend With An Eating Disorder?
Dear BeThree, I have a friend who is struggling with an eating disorder, but I don’t know how to approach her about it. Any advice? - Worried in NYC
We’ve all been there. Since roughly 1 in 5 women struggle with some form of an eating disorder in their lifetime, we’... Continue
06.12.08
Ta Dah! BeThree Got A Makeover!
Dear Loyal BeThree Readers,
Apologies for the tardiness and welcome to the new and improved BeThree ! We’re guessing you've noticed that we look a smidge different. (And if you haven't noticed, please eat some carrots and drop into the eye doc, pronto!) You’re also probably won... Continue
04.21.08
Am I Being Too Sensitive?
Dear Sage, I have a friend who finds pleasure in highlighting my less than stellar moments. She thinks it’s funny, but it’s not always funny to me. I've tried to talk to her about it, but she says I'm being too sensitive. How can I resolve this? – Kate, Vail, CO You’re already ahead of the gam... Continue
03.31.08
I’m Cancer Free! What Will Help Me Feel Good?
Dear Sage, I am currently going through radiation therapy for breast cancer. I am doing pretty well - my margins are clear and I’m cancer free! Can you suggest something to just make me feel good? Thanks! - Theresa G., Long Beach, CA First of all Theresa, congrats on kicking cancer’s ass! We ... Continue
03.04.08
Will My Soda Addiction Give Me Osteoporosis?
Dear Sage, Last week, I read on my beloved BeThree that artificial sweeteners in diet sodas might actually cause weight gain (eeek!). Is there also truth to the claims that sodas cause early osteoporosis in women? I don’t want to break a hip at 29! -Mary B., Charlotte, NC Word up, Mary. And,... Continue
02.06.08
What Is A Conscious Collaborator?
Dear Sage, I’ve noticed that sometimes I receive extra emails in my inbox from BeThree called “Conscious Collaborators.” What’s the difference between those and your regular daily emails? -Nicole B, New York, NY Thanks for asking, Nicole – especially because we want everyone to know the diffe... Continue
01.24.08
How Do I Forgive Someone Who Hurt Me?
Dear Sage, I have a friend who has hurt me deeply through her choices to think only about herself. How do I work toward compassion and eventually forgiving her? – Ann, Boulder City, NV You’re more insightful than you think, Ann! According to professional life coach, Kerri Yates , the answer a... Continue
