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The Only 16 Pieces a Man Needs in His Wardrobe
If there's one thing I'm guilty when it comes to not practicing what I preach, it's that I buy way more clothes than I actually need.
I like clothes. I like the way they make me look, and I like the way they make me feel. Still, I don't need anywhere near the amount of clothes I have — which, ironically, makes me the perfect person to tell you which 16 wardrobe items that are absolute necessities (assuming undergarments are already included, of course — because, duh) opposed to life's little luxuries. (See also: Guide to Better Style)
Best Money Tips: Easier Ways to Save on Groceries
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some amazing articles on easier ways to save on groceries, tools to help pay off debt and reach goals, and ways college students waste money.
Top 5 Articles
Easier Ways to Save on Groceries Besides Clipping Coupons — Save money on groceries without clipping coupons by computing the cost of your meals. [Bible Money Matters]
6 Natural and Effective Ways to Change Your Brain Chemistry and Be Happier
We're deep into the days of Seasonal Affective Disorder, more commonly known as SAD. The lack of sunlight causes our levels of serotonin, a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) that impacts our mood; and melatonin, a hormone that impacts our mood and sleep patterns; to drop. This causes depression, a drop in energy, and general irritability. Luckily, there are plenty of natural ways to alter the biochemistry of our brains to boost our mood. (See also: 29 Scientifically Proven Ways to Be Happier)
This Is How You Downsize Your Home and Start Living a Better Life
Although most Americans would probably forgo a 200 square foot tiny house, the heyday of the McMansion is fading. As many of us are learning the hard way, bigger houses are not necessarily better. Here's how to ditch your big old house and improve your life in five easy steps. (See also: How Much House Do You Really Need?)
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Cleaning Tip?
It might not feel like it in some areas of the country, but Spring is almost here! The change of season means that many of us are gearing up for a big household to-do: Spring cleaning. Why don't we help each other make this chore less of a chore?
What is your favorite cleaning tip? What tools do you use to make Spring cleaning go faster, cheaper, or more green? How do you make it more enjoyable?
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Make Your Clothing Fit Perfectly With These 10 No-Sew Fixes
It's a bummer when your favorite clothes no longer fit right, or what was once a perfectly good piece now has a big flaw. But don't give up and head to a pricey professional, or worse yet, toss that item. There are some surefire ways to get your clothes and accessories working for you again just by using a few economical fashion fixes. (See also: No-Sew Ways to Update Your Wardrobe)
Best Money Tips: Ideas to Make Money on the Weekend
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some fantastic articles on ideas to make money on the weekend, tactics to avoid wasting food, and money-saving tax tips for parents.
Top 5 Articles
37 Easy Ideas To Make Money On The Weekend — To make money on the weekend, tutor students and recycle. [And Then We Saved]
Seven Tactics to Avoid Wasting Food — Avoid wasting food by using a grocery list and meal plan. [The Simple Dollar]
Life Skills 101: How to Deliver Bad News to Anyone
Whether you are a parent letting your child down, a supervisor who has to let an employee go, or a doctor delivering a difficult diagnosis, it is never easy to give someone bad news. No one enjoys it. In fact, most of us dread it.
The manner in which you break the news can affect the outcome, influence the other person's emotions, and even create a bigger problem. Using the tips found below on how to break bad news, you can ensure a smoother interaction and the least amount of discomfort possible. (See also: Express Condolences Without Saying Something Stupid)
4 Dumb Ways You Are Wasting Money Online
It used to be that you had to leave the house to waste your money. Nowadays, with the Internet available on any gadget with a screen, you can lose money while barefoot in your pajamas — and without even touching your wallet. (See also: Ways Online Retailers Make It Easier to Spend Money)
The problem is that spending money online has become something you don't even have to think about, unlike traditional shopping that requires a number of decisions before you hand over your hard-earned cash. Even the most frugal of individuals may find himself losing money in dumb ways online.
Here are four of the most common ways you might stupidly lose money online — and how to combat them.
10 Things You Did Wrong at Your Last Job Interview
There's a lot that can go wrong in a job interview.
If you think about what's actually happening, it's remarkable that anyone can go into a situation like that and avoid feeling incredibly nervous. You're being questioned, assessed, and judged, all while having to make conversation and present yourself in a way that's going to make those judging you want to pay you a lot of money to work for them. (See also: How to Make a Good Impression at an Interview)
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