Why I’m Putting Down My Phone in 2019
Whenever anyone would suggest that my phone was rotting my brain, I would roll my eyes defensively, already a preparing a list of the benefits…
read moreWhat I’ve Learned From My Parents’ Relationship
One of my happiest memories is of watching my dad gather my mom into his arms and slow dance with her in the living room…
read more5 Simple Ways to Save a Little Extra
In my life, money is a hot topic. My friends and I often start discussions with “Man, if I could just have a little extra…
read moreWhy I Won’t Let Myself Be Single-Shamed
I live in the Midwest, so literally all of my friends are married or almost married. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, women in Minnesota…
read moreMotivation That Works: Following Through With Long-Term Goals
I woke up January 1, 2018 and said to myself, this is going to be my year. It was going to be the year that…
read moreHow I Accomplished More After Giving up New Year’s Resolutions
I’ve never felt drawn to traditional New Year’s resolutions. For me, the thought of creating a specific challenge that lasts 365 days felt a little…
read moreWhat an Encounter With a Stranger Taught Me About Relationships
My husband and I had already been traveling for 12 hours on our way home from London when the last leg of our trip—a flight…
read moreRing in the New Year the Right Way
With 2018 in the rearview mirror, it’s time to focus on your 2019 goals. Whether you want to actually stick to a resolution, or you’re…
read more5 Things to Do in January Instead of Making New Year’s Resolutions
So, it’s January, and the one question on everybody’s lips is “What’s your New Year’s resolution?” In the past, I’ve always had big plans for…
read moreNew Year’s Resolution: Break the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle
The new year gives you an opportunity to start fresh. Although you can create new goals at any time, establishing a start date of January…
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