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Even though I am well into my working years, I still get the back to school feeling around now. I just loved the anticipation of another year of school - who knew what was in store?! Also, I always looked forward to back to school shopping excursions, of course. Even if it was just school supplies, it was fun fun fun. For those of you who are getting ready for school days, I thought it would be Read more
Your wedding is a huge milestone in your life, and preparing for it can turn from exciting to stressful with the snap of a finger. No need to get too frazzled, though. Prioritize your various beauty appointments with our handy bridal beauty checklist. It includes everything you need to help make your big day even brighter, complete with a timeline and a few modern twists. Let the countdown Read more
There's no magic recipe for self-confidence, but there are certainly a few everyday habits that can set you on the right path. Whether you're stressed, overcommitted, bored, or simply insecure, we've come up with some quick tips to help you boost your self-esteem and maintain a positive attitude. Struggling to feel good about yourself? Here are 11 simple ways to love yourself more: Surround Read more
You're busy with all kinds of Spring cleaning, so why not spruce up your dating approach, too? From new hobbies to a fresh, self-loving attitude, a little bit of change can go a long way — both for your confidence and for your dating habits. Love is in the air this season, so boost your odds of meeting someone by following these five simple tips: Sign up for a class. You're not going to meet Read more
LearnVest talks about a new way to get your student loans: from the school's alumni. It’s the newest thing in student loans: a social lending service where alumni can help finance the education of current students. SoFi, a service brought to our attention by Mashable, lets alumni “buy a share” of the students at a school who currently have loans. As the students pay off the loans, the Read more
Whether she's hamming it up in front of Saturday Night Live cameras or going glam on the red carpet, Modern Family star Sofia Vergara always looks the part. But the self-described gym hater also works hard to keep fit. We spoke to her trainer Gunnar Peterson (whose clients have also included Kim Kardashian, Jennifer Lopez, and Angelina Jolie), to learn more about how Sofia stays fit. Read his Read more
Not sure how to get started on Spring cleaning? LearnVest shares the cleaning tasks you should tackle first. The phrase “Spring cleaning” evokes images of turning the house inside out, scouring every corner, and banishing every last particle of dust. But let’s be real: it’s hard to find the time for scouring, much less banishing. And your time is valuable. Keeping that in mind, we’ve Read more
The simplest way to prioritize saving is to automate it, but there are countless other ways to maximize your saving potential. The key is taking small steps to ease the pain of cutting back; tracking spending requires daily budgeting and discipline. Clearly, some days are better than others. Try this simple guide to streamline savings every week. Read more
Time is a commodity that people will pay a pretty penny to have more of, but the only way to be able to have more time in your day to do the things you like is to be more efficient. The Wall Street Journal recommends starting a time log to better keep track of your day: Keep a time log. If you've ever tried to lose weight, you may have tried keeping a food journal. Sure, you're eating grilled Read more
When you're busy, staying on track with your diet and exercise routine is hard. But before you think it can't be done, here are four solutions to help fit a healthy lifestyle into your already packed schedule. Be a healthy chef: A busy schedule means healthy eating can become a hassle. Cooking meals can take a long time, especially when grocery shopping is involved. But a little bit of prep goes Read more
