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David Eddie

Contributor
Columnist
Toronto, Canada
deddie@globeandmail.com
www.davideddie.com

Area of Expertise

Relationships, self-awareness, social interactions

David Eddie is a columnist for The Globe and Mail. He writes Damage Control, an advice column about self-awareness, relationships and social interactions.

Books

Books Published

Damage Control, McClelland & Stewart
Latest articles
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I called my co-worker by the wrong name for a long time. I’m annoyed she never corrected me
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My new neighbour is being difficult about my support dog wandering into his yard. What should I do?
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I want to try out a new hair stylist, but I’ve been with my current one for two decades. How do I break up with her?
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Our daughter-in-law treats our son terribly. What can we do?
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How do I deal with a friend who constantly cancels plans at the last minute?
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David Eddie
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Instead of doomed New Year’s resolutions, set some 10-year goals
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My daughter accidentally gave away treasured family heirlooms. How do I forgive her and move on?
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I have to host my bickering relatives over the holidays. What should I do?
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David Eddie
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How should we accommodate our newly house-poor friends?
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My daughter brings her shedding canine over uninvited during holidays. How do I stop this?
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David Eddie
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My husband dresses like a slob. How do I improve his fashion sense?
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David Eddie
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How do I tell family members to stop posting pictures of my kids on social media?
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David Eddie
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How can I boost my social life in a small town?
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David Eddie
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How do I deal with a co-worker stealing my meals from the office fridge?
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David Eddie
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How do I talk to my teenage son as well as one of my co-workers about their body odour?
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How do I tactfully tell lingering house guests the evening is over?
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How can I encourage gratitude among Thanksgiving dinner guests?
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David Eddie
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How do I keep freeloading friends away without alienating them?
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David Eddie
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Is it rude to challenge my share of the tab?
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David Eddie
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I have a colleague at work who acts like my boss, even though we’re at the same level. How should I handle this without causing a scene?
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