Leslie Turnbull
Leslie Turnbull is a Harvard-educated anthropologist with over 20 years' experience as a development officer and consultant. She cares for three children, two dogs, and one husband. When not sticking her nose into other peoples' business, she enjoys surfing, cooking, and writing (often bad) poetry.
Latest articles by Leslie Turnbull
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How to get dinner guests the hell out of your house without being rude
feature Works like a charm
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How to take a perfect shower
feature You're probably doing it wrong
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The do's and don'ts of flu season
feature Here's how to minimize your chances of falling ill this fall
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A parent's guide to dropping your kid off at college
feature Your kid is going to college. You have to let him go. Here's how.
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The illusion of personal space
feature Understanding human territorialism is the first step to dealing with it
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A complete guide to interacting with other people's children
feature Keeping the peace (and your furniture) intact during a playdate isn't that hard if you adopt sound strategies from the beginning
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Why 'no' is the most powerful word in your vocabulary
feature It feels great to say yes. But it's often better to say no.
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Going on vacation? Please bring your common sense with you.
feature Be smart. Stay safe.
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How to break up with a friend
feature Be brave. Be fair. Be kind.
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How to avoid being that clueless American on your next flight
feature Just follow these simple rules, and no one will hate you
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5 important conversations parents should have with their recent college grad
opinion Congratulations, parents. You've hatched an adult. Now help her be one.
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10 signs you're a crazy dog person
feature You know who you are. Woof.
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How to travel with young children
feature They're probably going to cry. Accept it.
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How to take a perfect shower
feature You're probably doing it wrong
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What the supermarket clerk really thinks about you
feature Clean up on aisle nine!
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Your dog is not a human being. Stop treating her like one.
feature Throw your dog a bone, not a birthday party
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4 job interview tips for thrifty candidates
feature Like it or not, a prospective employer is going to assess your appearance. Make a good impression!
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A common sense guide to office etiquette
feature You can eat at your desk. You can't clip your nails there.
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How to adopt the perfect rescue dog
feature There is no limit to the joy the right dog can bring to your life
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8 tricks to surviving the holidays without gaining weight or being grouchy
feature Indulge yourself. But only a little.
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How to be the star of a cocktail party where you don't know anyone
feature You can be a stellar guest — even if you don't know a soul
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9 dog park rules you should never, ever break
feature Always pick up your dog's poop. As in, always
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5 ways to navigate the agonizing college admissions maze without going crazy
feature Take a deep breath — you're going to be okay
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Please obey this simple rule for airplane seat reclining
feature Just because you have the right to recline doesn't mean it's always the right thing to do
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