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9 Ways to Lose the Clutter and Keep the Memories

I have a hard time parting with things that hold significant sentimental value. Yeah, they're just sitting around my house, collecting dust, but these things are part of my life, memories of good times, and I don't want to get rid of them. (See also: Toss It or Not? 5 Organizational Tricks From...

Unclutterer’s 2014 Holiday Gift Giving Guide: Organizing gifts for the kitchen and bathroom

If someone on your gift list this year would appreciate a little organizing help, there are numerous ways to provide gifts to help in his or her pursuits. Seeing as organizing gifts are too many to count, we decided this year to narrow down suggestions to only the kitchen and bathroom. If these two...

12 Ways to Have a No-Spend Holiday Season

Do you ever feel like the holidays are getting out of control? Like that portly fellow in the red suit and beard is actually budget-busting bully? Maybe it's time for a midwinter revolution: the No-Spend Holiday. (See also: 6 Festive, Frugal Ways to Spruce Up Your Place for the Holidays)

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A Little Bit of Gratitude, Everyday!

How many struggles have you encountered this week? How many times have you bounced back quickly from each one? Struggles are a part of everyday life, especially if you’re in sales. Each time you walk in a new door, you don’t know who you’re going to face, how you should address their concerns about...

Make Yourself Uncomfortable: The Joy of Always Outdoing Yourself

Gmunk, the man behind the graphics for Tron and other projects, on the benefits of psychedelics and the randomness of our careers.

7 Facebook Updates That Are Making You Look Stupid

While 73% of online adults use several forms of social media, Facebook remains their first choice.

And that's what we love about Facebook. When we put up an update, somebody is going to read it. However, not of all your updates are as smart as you think. Actually, some of them might be making...

Simple Recipes for a Frugal Vegetarian Thanksgiving

No turkey? No problem. I've been hosting meat-free Thanksgiving celebrations for the last decade. By the end of the evening, my friends and family are stuffed with amazingly nutritious and delicious foods from soup to nuts. (See also: 5 Simple Ways to Save on Thanksgiving)

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How to Live Your Dream

The wind kicked up the desert sands behind me as I leaned forward, cautiously looking over the edge. The fissure had no visible bottom.…

Art of Manliness Podcast #89: The Medal of Honor with Capt. (Retired) Paul Bucha

In honor of Veteran’s Day last week, in today’s podcast I talk to a retired solider who also received the U.S. military’s top award: the Medal of Honor. Capt. Paul Bucha was a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division. In 1967 he and the company he was commander of were dropped...

“The Sweetest Things Become the Most Bitter by Excess.” Examples?

“The sweetest things become the most bitter by excess.” –Democritus Do you agree — and if so, can you think of examples? I’d suggest: technology, ambition, sugar, TV, habit (I consider habit a “sweet thing,” though of course not everyone agrees)....

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2013 Unitasker Wednesday: How to ruin the fun of s’mores Just the other day, I was sitting around thinking about how s’mores are way too much fun for their own good. They involve sticks and gooey marshmallows and an open … Continued

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Win The Life Insurance Game: Do These 4 Things Before Getting Your Physical

As if acquiring life insurance wasn’t hectic enough, did you know that you might be required to get a physical exam? A licensed phlebotomist, nurse, or medical doctor will check your vitals: blood, urine, blood pressure, height, and weight. The insurance provider will then use this information to...

Wise Bread Reloaded: Right Now Is the Time to Get Ready for Thanksgiving

As of right now, Thanksgiving is just under two weeks away, and that seems like kind of a long way off. Two whole weekends and a some weekdays. Plenty of time, right?

Next week you'll be busy with work and the kids and school and walking the dog and everything else and suddenly it'll be the...
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13 Ways to Keep Your House Warmer This Winter

With winter fast approaching, many people — myself included — are thinking about ways to not only keep the house warm, but also save a few bucks while doing so. The projected tab for heating your home this winter (in places that need heating) is over $2,200. That’s not chump change....

How to Sear a Steak [VIDEO]

This post is brought to you by Blue Apron. Blue Apron delivers all the fresh ingredients and chef-created recipes needed so you can cook meals at home like a pro. First 300 readers will receive 2 free meals off their first Blue Apron order by clicking here! Searing a steak and finishing it in the...

Best Money Tips: How to Drive More Efficiently

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some great articles on ways to drive more efficiently, how to follow up without being pushy, and why positive thinking sucks.
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Eight Strategies for Fuel Efficient Driving — Don't accelerate hard after a stop...
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5 Thanksgiving Traditions You Should Skip

Thanksgiving can be a really fun holiday — If nothing gets burned in the oven, or your uncle doesn't get too drunk, or your mom doesn't put you on her charades team... Why add more stress to an already jam-packed day? (See also: Kick-Ass Alternatives to Canned Cranberry)

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Best Deals for Friday 11/14

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Up to 75% off Nordstrom Women's Final Clearance, J. Crew Factory Sale: 40% to 60% off sitewide, Melissa &...
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Introducing the 2014 Unclutterer Holiday Gift Giving Guide

Starting Monday and going through the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, we will be running our annual Unclutterer Holiday Gift Giving Guide.

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Are You a Lift or Drag Force?

By Leo Babauta In our lives, the people around us lift us up, or they drag us down. I see this in my life: my life contains many people, and I’m lucky enough to have surrounded myself with people who mostly provide lift. They inspire me, hold me accountable, find happiness for my successes,...