Asking Eric: Are they being friendly or flirty? I’m getting mixed signals

Dear Abby: I resent my mom for reconnecting with my abusive father

I don’t want to lose my relationship with my mom, but I feel so hurt and unseen that I’m not sure how to get past it.

Asking Eric: What should I say when religious friends ask me to pray for them?

"I don’t share the fact that I’m not a Christian anymore, because it seems to upset people."

Asking Eric: How should an agnostic respond when friends/family ask for prayers?

You don't always want or need to get into a deep philosophical discussion. What are some options.

Dear Abby: I can’t understand why my mom is back with my abusive father. All I feel is resentment

She's an adult now and can make the choice to stay far away from both of them. But still, it hurts.

Dear Annie: My husband died after a crash, and the driver only got community service

Years after my husband's death, I still can't find peace or forgiveness.