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From travel and leisure to relationships, personal development, and far-flung activities, this section caters to individuals seeking inspiration, practical wisdom, and guidance for cultivating a balanced and enjoyable daily lifestyle. The goal is to equip readers with insightful ideas and expert tips for cultivating mindful enjoyment, enriching connections, and staying engaged with the possibilities each day presents—not just for getting by, but for learning to thrive with intention.

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5 Things Casinos Don’t Want You to Know

5 Things Casinos Don’t Want You to Know

Steve Bourie | May 6, 2015

Yes, You Can Improve Your Odds! The odds are stacked against you when you gamble in casinos—the house has an edge…

“It’s Not That Bad” Is Risky

“It’s Not That Bad” Is Risky

Richard O’Brien, MD | May 5, 2015

Donna had just turned 50. Even though her husband and family threw her a big birthday party with lots of…

Quick Squeaky-Door Fix

Quick Squeaky-Door Fix

May 1, 2015

Do you have a door that loves to complain when you open or close it, and there’s no WD-40 in…

A Saucy Way to Clean Your Brass

A Saucy Way to Clean Your Brass

April 29, 2015

Brass doorknobs (knockers or knickknacks) can tarnish over time. Here’s what to do… Put a few drops of Worcestershire sauce…

No More Stale Rolls

No More Stale Rolls

April 28, 2015

Rolls have a way of going stale quicker than the usual loaf…and you want a sandwich! Here’s what to do……

Chip-Proof Your Manicure

Chip-Proof Your Manicure

April 28, 2015

Are you tired of nail polish and beautiful tips chipping too soon after your manicure? Here’s what to do… Before…

May 2015 Checklist
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May 2015 Checklist

April 27, 2015

Find out your hepatitis risk: May is Hepatitis Awareness Month. Millions of Americans are un-knowingly infected. Evaluate your personal risk at CDC.gov/Hepatitis/RiskAssessment.…

Our Spring-Cleaning Tricks

Our Spring-Cleaning Tricks

April 24, 2015

Forget the lists…forget the prefab shelving…forget the “one drawer at a time.” If you have been bitten by the spring-cleaning…

An End to Split Ends

An End to Split Ends

April 24, 2015

If you just got your hair to the length you want but split ends are plaguing your efforts, do this……

Guide to Easy (and Fun!) Ways to Shape Up for Summer
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Guide to Easy (and Fun!) Ways to Shape Up for Summer

April 23, 2015

Finally—we can ditch bulky winter clothes…but now there’s nothing to hide out-of-shape bodies and winter weight gain! Don’t panic. It’s…

De-Flour Your Kitchen

De-Flour Your Kitchen

April 23, 2015

Lots of times all you need is a little flour to dust a countertop for kneading or to coat a…

Let Mussels Help You Build Muscle

Let Mussels Help You Build Muscle

Timothy D. Mickleborough, PhD | April 23, 2015

If stiff and achy muscles after fitness workouts make exercise a literal pain, don’t be discouraged. The secret to postworkout…

5 Toxic Misconceptions About Grief

5 Toxic Misconceptions About Grief

Alan Wolfelt, PhD | April 22, 2015

Once you stop believing them, you can find happiness again... When someone you love dies, it’s natural to feel the…

Cell-Phone Camera Tricks for Tricky Shots

Cell-Phone Camera Tricks for Tricky Shots

Jeff Wignall | April 21, 2015

Great Photos, No Matter What More and more of us are abandoning our real cameras for the cameras built into…

Have More Fun Traveling
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Have More Fun Traveling

Christopher Elliott | April 21, 2015

Save Time, Money and Hassle with These Smartphone Apps Need to make a last-minute hotel reservation? Find your way around…