A Guide to Practical Self-Care
These days, the word “self-care” often means “treat yourself.” It means buying that flight, ordering dessert, or binge-watching romantic comedies until the wee hours of…
read moreBridging the Generation Gap: Redefining What Success Looks Like in Your 20s
Over the past several years it seems like an infinite number of articles have emerged to help employers “understand” my generation — millennials. In these…
read moreKeeping It Thrifty: How I Became a Couponer
For a long time, I assumed couponing was mainly for penny-pinchers who would only save a dollar on their bill. But when my husband was…
read moreHow We’re Celebrating 4th of July During COVID-19
For the foreseeable future, holidays are going to look different. And, whether you live in an area of the country still requiring residents to follow…
read moreWhy I’m Hopeful a 17-Year-Old Can Make a Difference — and Why You Should Be Too
Since I was a rather loud but nonetheless compassionate freshman of barely 15, I’ve been told by teachers, community organizers, and article headlines that my…
read more10 Small Community Ideas for Big Summer Impact
Ah, summer. A time for vacationing, sand between toes, sitting by the pool, and watching as an ever-increasing percentage of your paycheck goes to paying…
read moreExplore and Discover: Free Resources for Learning at Home
When I was experiencing a flare-up of chronic health issues a few years ago, I found myself spending a lot of time at home out…
read more5 Ways Hobbies Can Improve Your Life
At dinner parties or any time we meet new people, a common conversation starter my husband and I like to lead with is, “What are…
read more5 Ways Technology Can Help You Practice Self-Care
I recently posted a picture on Instagram with the caption, “Stop and smell the roses.” Anyone who saw this post probably got the message of…
read more6 Ways to Stay Independent in a Long-Term Relationship
When my partner and I first met in college, we quickly became inseparable. We studied together, hung out with the same friends, and even discovered…
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