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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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Finding College Scholarships in 2023
Money Savers

Finding College Scholarships in 2023

Mark Kantrowitz | January 25, 2023

A quarter million dollars for a high school student’s ­science project…$30,000 for ­doodling …$10,000 for making a prom dress out…

How to Bust That Stress

How to Bust That Stress

Debra Kissen, PhD | January 24, 2023

The holidays are over…and yet you are still feeling stressed. You probably already know some potential remedies—exercise…listen to soothing music…meditate.…

Beware of Self-Checkout Snafus

Beware of Self-Checkout Snafus

Lindsey D. Granados, JD | January 23, 2023

You use the self-checkout kiosk at a local store. As you head to your car, a security officer stops you…

These Companies Are Watching You

These Companies Are Watching You

John ­Ulzheimer | January 22, 2023

The “Big 3” credit bureaus—Equifax, Experian and TransUnion—aren’t the only consumer-­reporting agencies keeping track of you. There are dozens of…

Finding a New Home for Your Old Books

Finding a New Home for Your Old Books

Jen Panaro | January 20, 2023

Here are some ways to give old books a new life while clearing them out of yours… First step: Figure…

Are You Getting Enough of the Sunshine Vitamin?

Are You Getting Enough of the Sunshine Vitamin?

Michael F. Holick, PhD, MD | January 19, 2023

Did you know that vitamin D deficiency is extremely common even in the US? It is estimated that 50% of…

Is Long-Ago Trauma Causing Today’s Health Problem?

Is Long-Ago Trauma Causing Today’s Health Problem?

Samuel J. Mann, MD | January 17, 2023

Any doctor worth his/her salt will tell you that unmanaged daily stress is bad for your health. But while traditional…

Fighting the Tripledemic

Fighting the Tripledemic

Kelli McCourt | January 16, 2023

Does it seem like everyone you know has been struggling with a respiratory illness in recent months? The medical community…

My Journey Into Cooking
Common Threads

My Journey Into Cooking

Sarah Hiner | January 12, 2023

Are you a food artist? Throw a little of this and a little of that together in a pot or…

Plan Your Trip North
Travel

Plan Your Trip North

Donna Heiderstadt | January 11, 2023

Canada, our friendly next-door neighbor, is as vast and varied as the US. Its 13 provinces and territories are home…

How to Win Friends and Influence People

How to Win Friends and Influence People

Joe Hart | January 10, 2023

Avoiding arguments, finding common ground and showing genuine interest in other people are among the time-tested principles we learned from…

How to Beat Burnout

How to Beat Burnout

Monique Valcour, PhD | January 9, 2023

In 2019, the World Health Organization updated its definition of burnout, classifying the consequences of chronic workplace stress as a…

Does Intermittent Fasting Work…Really?
Food

Does Intermittent Fasting Work…Really?

Courtney Peterson, PhD | January 8, 2023

Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a popular way to lose weight. In one way, we’re all intermittent fasters—we don’t eat…

Easy Ways to Save at the Grocery Store
Money Savers

Easy Ways to Save at the Grocery Store

Arthur VanDam, CPA | January 7, 2023

Grocery shopping is hard on your wallet, especially these days. Bottom Line Personal spoke with Arthur VanDam, CPA, president of…

Yes, You Can Self-Fund Your Own Long Term Care

Yes, You Can Self-Fund Your Own Long Term Care

Christine Benz | January 5, 2023

The price of long-term care (LTC) is staggeringly high and steadily increasing. Yet for some people, the best option for…