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The science is clear — an extra break now and again is really good for your mind, body, and productivity. Go ahead, take a day. You've earned it.

Entertain friends and family for cheap this year and and have a merry old time — once at the party, and again on bill pay day.

Today we found some great articles with on habits of happy couples, tips for stress-free flying, and questions that will help you simplify your holidays.

It's been a rough several years for the economy, but things may be looking up. Are you poised to cash in on the rebound?

Unless you're self-employed, the only way to improve your work-life balance is to ask. Get your boss to say yes with this clear plan.

We've all read about (or heard about) the habits of highly effective people — but what about the habits of the fantastically frugal?

A fun family ski trip can send your budget careening down the mountain. Spend time together on the slopes frugally with some careful planning.

Did you just get caught gossiping by the gossipee? Here's what to do to recover from that awkward situation — and lots more besides.

Today we found some great articles with easy life hacks for everyday problems, tricks to save on winter spending, and personal finance rules you may need to break.

Extend the life of your footwear — and the heft of your wallet — with these cheap and easy ways make your soles last longer.

Our traditions make the holidays meaningful, from gifts to glitter. What traditions mark your holiday season?

A new job means a new boss, new co-workers, and new financial decisions to make. Make smart ones with this handy checklist.

Whether you're speaking to one person or a hundred, you've got to keep your audience engaged. Try these tricks of the toastmaster at your next talk.

Buying books for booklovers is hard (they'd rather choose). Instead of another gift card, give them something fun that makes reading even better.

Today we found some terrific articles about living on $1,000 a month, getting your time allocation to match your priorities, and tips to help introverts thrive.

You may never get that new car smell back, but you can keep an old car looking (and running) sharp. Brighten up your jalopy with these frugal fixes.

Show friends and loved ones how much you care with a gift of delicious, handmade edibles you made yourself!

Most of us have all of our retirement eggs in the 401(k) basket. Maximize your fund's growth by making these powerful plan moves.

Relationships are hard. Are you making yours harder with any of these little relationship spoilers?

Unless you've got an extra deep retirement fund (and no allergies), you should probably cross these potential retirement locales off your list.