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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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Save $$$ on a Wedding
Money Savers

Save $$$ on a Wedding

Alan and Denise Fields | June 12, 2014

And Still Wow Your Guests If you are planning a wedding, you want it to be wonderful—but is it possible…

Simple Steps to Learn Meditation

Simple Steps to Learn Meditation

Mark Coleman | June 12, 2014

Whether you need to lower your blood pressure, decrease tension and anxiety, enhance your immune system or build your self-confidence,…

Optical Illusion Explains How Alcohol Impairs Vision

Optical Illusion Explains How Alcohol Impairs Vision

Kevin Johnston, PhD | June 12, 2014

You know that driving after drinking is dumb and potentially deadly—even if you aren't legally drunk—because alcohol messes up coordination,…

Keep Your Thermos Fresh

Keep Your Thermos Fresh

June 12, 2014

If you use your thermos or commuter mug only occasionally—say, when you oversleep and don't have time to drink your…

The Power of a Personal Mantra

The Power of a Personal Mantra

Ronald Alexander, PhD | June 11, 2014

The benefits of meditation are well-known. But what if you're someone who can't keep your mind and body still long enough…

Tai Chi: A Great Workout for Your Body and Brain
Exercise & Fitness

Tai Chi: A Great Workout for Your Body and Brain

Peter M. Wayne, PhD | June 11, 2014

It gives you more of a workout than you think—and benefits you’d never imagine. Perhaps you’ve seen people performing the…

How to Save $5,000 a Year on Expenses Everyone Has
Money Savers

How to Save $5,000 a Year on Expenses Everyone Has

Clark Howard | June 11, 2014

Most people spend more than they have to on the following seven commonly used products and services. In some cases,…

Diarrhea-Free Travel
Travel

Diarrhea-Free Travel

June 11, 2014

Are you gearing up for some exotic travel this summer? Passport, shots, bathing suit, tummy-trouble medicine...what a drag if an…

Low-Calorie Menus Can Sabotage Your Diet

Low-Calorie Menus Can Sabotage Your Diet

Jeffrey R. Parker, PhD | June 10, 2014

Many restaurants now post basic nutrition information on their menus so you can easily determine how many calories are in…

How Restaurants Lure You Into Spending More
Money Savers

How Restaurants Lure You Into Spending More

Gregg Rapp | June 10, 2014

You can save on restaurant meals by knowing these menu tricks… MENU LAYOUT The human eye tends to go first…

Small Restaurants Serve Higher-Calorie Meals Than Large Chains

Small Restaurants Serve Higher-Calorie Meals Than Large Chains

Susan B. Roberts, PhD | June 10, 2014

Lots of people think that national chain restaurants, with their absurdly high-calorie mega-meals, are a big reason why so many…

The Verdict on Prepaid Legal Plans
Legal

The Verdict on Prepaid Legal Plans

John Toothman, Esq. | June 10, 2014

Prepaid legal plans promise to provide a lawyer’s help when you need it for a modest subscription fee of $20…

5 Ways to Turn a Healthy Meal into a Delicious One
Food

5 Ways to Turn a Healthy Meal into a Delicious One

John La Puma, MD | June 10, 2014

The Smart Eater's Kitchen Take a quick look around your kitchen. If you pride yourself on eating healthfully, chances are…

Drinkers In the Operating Room: How Alcohol Affects Your Risk for Complications After Surgery

Drinkers In the Operating Room: How Alcohol Affects Your Risk for Complications After Surgery

Marie Eliasen, MSc | June 9, 2014

How many alcoholic drinks did you have yesterday? The day before? How many per day, on average, in the past…

Wow! This Is My House? Simple Renovations That Can Transform Any Home

Wow! This Is My House? Simple Renovations That Can Transform Any Home

Jonathan and Drew Scott | June 9, 2014

You might be surprised at how much you can change the character of your home—and make it much more attractive…