YOUR FRIENDS' ACTIVITY

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      Some friendships last a lifetime, but the truth is most don't.  In fact, the average friendship only lasts seven years.

      I sat down with psychologist and friendship expert Dr. Irene Levine, author of "Best Friends Forever: Surviving a Breakup with Your Best Friend," for some tips on how to make an "unfriending" as painless as possible for all parties.

      Dr. Levine says there are many reasons that friendships end. There are events that she calls "friendship killers," hurtful acts of betrayal that lead to loss of trust.  But the most common cause is simply people drifting apart.

      When ending a friendship, Dr. Levine cautions to keep in mind that this is a moment that your friend will remember for the rest of his or her life, so it's important to be as fair as possible. Don't say things that are hurtful, accusatory or undermining to them.  They once were your friend, after all. She also advises that you should never close the door completely.  Allow the option of reconnecting

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      As any parent of a high school senior knows, 'tis the season for college applications.  I went through the process once with Ellie and will again next year with Carrie.  Time flies!

      Turns out college admissions are more competitive than ever.  A million more students are applying compared to 20 years ago, and it can truly be a source of anxiety for kids and parents, alike.

      So, to help you breathe easier, I spoke to Janet Lavin Rapelye, the Dean of Admissions at Princeton University, about how to pick the right school and get closer to the goal of a coveted acceptance letter from your top choice.

      Now, not everyone will get into Princeton.  In fact, 92% of applicants don't.  But no matter where you apply or where you hope to go, academic excellence, intellectual curiosity and a nice mix of extracurricular activities are the recipe.

      PS, proofread your application!  Dean Rapelye says some applications get rejected because spelling or typing errors turn off admissions reps.

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      At what age should you start to teach your kids about money and personal finance?

      The truth is, it's never too early.  These are critical skills that we all need, but they aren't a part of the curriculum at most schools which is why it is important for parents to instill good habits in their kids at home.

      Learnvest.com CEO Alexa Von Tobel suggests starting a dialogue about family finances as early as the age of six.  One of the best ways to facilitate hands on experience with money is by giving their kids a small allowance and encouraging them to save a portion of it every time. She also recommends being open about the cost of household expenses such as dinner, groceries and vacations to give their children a good sense of real world prices. A savings account is also a great learning tool for kids. In fact, studies have shown that kids with who had savings accounts growing up are more likely to go to college than those who didn't. Von Tobel also encourages all parents to

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      Katie Couric is an American journalist and author. She serves as special correspondent …

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