Partners

In the 19th century, gentlemen used calling cards to formally introduce themselves to new acquaintances and to call upon friends and relatives in a dignified way. But there was another type of card used when a gentleman wanted to get the ball rolling with a lovely lady in a more casual way: the...

How do you deal with all the interesting information we now have available to us on the Internet, from international news to updates on the lives of an acquaintance’s children? There are numerous ways to tackle this flow of information you want to consume in a way so you don't feel overwhelmed.
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Want to know a simple, straightforward way to shed those unwanted pounds? Is your exercise program not getting you the results you want? Try focusing on the food you're eating. After all, what you put into your body is just as important as what you do with your body. (See also: 12 Foods You Must...

Sleep isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Half of all Americans believe that they don't get enough sleep, and most accept it as a way of life. How much shut-eye we get every night has enormous impact on our short-term and long-term health. With less than the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep...

Recently a reader contacted me for advice.

He was in a position he didn't like and needed a positive outlook.

I gave him tips he to improve his outlook and his current practices, but it caused me to think about our emotions and how they affect our decisions.

Separating our emotions and logic...

Clutter has a way of accumulating in unexpected places, and kids' backpacks are one such surprising place. Dave provides a list of what should be in there to keep your kids organized.
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Further Secrets of Adulthood:   For me, if something isn’t on my schedule, it doesn’t happen. Which is why I have some slightly ridiculous items on my schedule: to kiss my husband every morning and every night; t0 force myself to wander; and something I talk about in Before and...

We've shared a lot of food budget tips here on Wise Bread, from coupon clipping to getting organics on a budget to finding restaurant discounts. But what if you just don't want to put that much time and effort into money saving techniques? A single person can easily shave $100 off a monthly food...

We live in an "all about me" world these days, and it's easy to get caught up in ourselves without any regard for those around us. Let's change that. Do something for somebody else today that makes them happy — even for a moment. Here are 25 ideas to get you started. In the comments...