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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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You May Be Treating Your Pain Wrong

You May Be Treating Your Pain Wrong

Thomas Buchheit, MD | December 1, 2022

Mounting evidence suggests that our basic assumptions about treating acute pain and preventing chronic pain may be wrong. While it…

Say Yes
Common Threads

Say Yes

Sarah Hiner | December 1, 2022

What do you think would happen if you said “yes” when you really want to say “no”? It actually might…

Get Rid of Your Bad Health Habits… for Good

Get Rid of Your Bad Health Habits… for Good

Katy Milkman, PhD | November 26, 2022

Who hasn’t lost 10 pounds only to gain back 15…or started working out every day only to fall back to…

Stop Overthinking! End the Battle with Unproductive Thoughts

Stop Overthinking! End the Battle with Unproductive Thoughts

Nancy Colier, LCSW | November 25, 2022

Do you ever overthink a problem to the point that you make yourself anxious and miserable? Do you obsess over…

Don’t Be Afraid to Buy Refurbished
Consumer Technology

Don’t Be Afraid to Buy Refurbished

Elizabeth Chamberlain | November 24, 2022

Over the past several years, the public has grown increasingly comfortable with the idea of buying refurbished goods. The trend…

Is It Time for a Digital Wallet?
Consumer Technology

Is It Time for a Digital Wallet?

Mary Wisniewski | November 23, 2022

A digital wallet is a smartphone app that lets you make encrypted, contactless debit or credit card transactions without using…

Medicare Advantage Plans are Denying Payments
Money Savers

Medicare Advantage Plans are Denying Payments

Caitlin Donovan | November 22, 2022

Many seniors opt for private Medicare Advantage plans instead of traditional fee-for-service Medicare so they can access a broader array…

Holiday Gifts That Give Comfort and Joy
Family

Holiday Gifts That Give Comfort and Joy

November 21, 2022

Gifts that provide luxury and pleasure are ideal choices this holiday season. Concerns about inflation have dissuaded many people from…

New Cars Are Back!
Automotive

New Cars Are Back!

Karl Brauer | November 18, 2022

New-car news hasn’t been much fun lately. Supply-chain problems, chip shortages and above-sticker asking prices have largely drowned out coverage…

What is Long COVID?

What is Long COVID?

Jacob Teitelbaum, MD | November 17, 2022

COVID is no longer the top story on the nightly news, but it continues to take a daily toll on…

When Waves Come Crashing on Islands, Beware of the Relationship Tsunami
Common Threads

When Waves Come Crashing on Islands, Beware of the Relationship Tsunami

Sarah Hiner | November 17, 2022

“He never talks.” “She never shuts up.” “I feel alone in my marriage.” “I need more space. You’re smothering me.”…

The Signs of Stroke

The Signs of Stroke

Kelli McCourt | November 16, 2022

During a recent live TV broadcast, Tulsa news anchor Julie Chin started to lose her vision in one eye…her hand…

Be the Leader Who Inspires

Be the Leader Who Inspires

Stephen R. Covey | November 11, 2022

In 1961, President Kennedy set for the US the goal of landing a man on the moon by the end…

Hot Collectibles Hiding in Your Attic or Basement
Home

Hot Collectibles Hiding in Your Attic or Basement

Terry Kovel | November 10, 2022

The antiques and collectibles world has been turned upside down in recent years. Certain items that were long desired by…

How to Prepare Your Evergreens for Winter

How to Prepare Your Evergreens for Winter

Teri Dunn Chace | November 9, 2022

Winter can be stressful for the evergreens in our home landscapes…but not for the reason you might think. Spruces, pines,…