How to Talk to Anyone: Conversation Tips for Holiday Parties
The first time I was invited to a work holiday party, I called my mom wondering if I could log my hours for it. While…
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When I was a kid, the holiday season was a truly magical time. Every day from Thanksgiving to Christmas felt like a trip to Disney…
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I can still feel the butterflies I got as a little girl walking up to the giant Christmas tree inside of the Seattle Center. It…
read more6 Ways to Have a Holly, Jolly, Eco-Friendly Holiday Season
Now, more than ever, it’s important for us to do our part in helping the environment. With the recent study that was released on the…
read moreHow I Learned to Get Better at Breakups
I remember being in 10th grade and getting a text from my first boyfriend saying, “I’m sorry but I don’t want to be with you…
read moreTips for a Productive Day Courtesy of a Very Lazy Person
I’m an expert at procrastination. Or as I like to call it, preparing myself to be productive. My uncanny ability to postpone tasks manifests itself…
read moreGift Ideas for Someone Who Doesn’t Want More “Stuff”
For the past few years, I’ve been on a mission to get rid of knick-knacks and tchotchkes, things I don’t use anymore, things I have…
read moreGetting to the Heart of the Holidays: 5 Ways to Have a Minimalist Christmas
I was taking the first sip of my Starbucks soy latte last month when I heard a shrill jingle and a wave of terror hit…
read moreScreen Time Satisfaction: 3 More Creative Ways to Scroll
Every Sunday morning, a notification pops up on my phone alerting me of how many hours and minutes I’ve spent using the device that week.…
read more“Meeting the Parents” Doesn’t Have to Be Scary; Here’s Why
My first relationship was during my senior year of high school. I was extremely nervous about bringing my boyfriend home to meet my family for…
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