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The ‘Vanilla Girl' Aesthetic Is All Over TikTok — But There's One Big Problem
Neutral palettes, barely-there makeup and clean lines are everywhere, but creators are taking issue with this new trend.
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102-Year-Old Leads Exercise Classes 4 Times a Week: ‘I Want All of Us to Keep Walking'
Jean Bailey shares some of the healthy habits that have helped her live a long life.
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You Can Live on This Cruise Ship for $30,000/Year
Life at Sea Cruises is accepting reservations for the world’s first three-year-cruise that will visit 135 countries across all seven continents.
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Former Monk Jay Shetty Says ‘Most Successful, Productive People Don't Use To-Do Lists'—What He Does Instead
Jay Shetty, a life coach and former monk, says timeboxing helps him stay productive more effectively than to-do lists. Here’s why, and how he does it.
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The ‘Red Nail Theory' Is Going Viral on TikTok. Experts Explain If It Really Works
Will crimson tips help you attract a partner? Psychologists and color experts say it’s possible.
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An 85-Year Harvard Study Found the No. 1 Thing That Makes Us Happy in Life: It Helps Us ‘Live Longer'
In 1938, Harvard researchers embarked on a decades-long study to find out: What is the secret to a happy life? Contrary to what think, it’s not career achievement, money, exercise, or a healthy diet.
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How Much Water Do You Really Need to Drink a Day?
Water seems to come with the rule of eight: Drink eight 8-ounce glasses per day for good health, according to popular and much-repeated advice. But is that really the case?
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New Study Finds the Germiest Surface in the Kitchen Is Your Spice Jars
Move over, cutting boards. According to a new study, there’s a new category of items to watch out for when guarding against potential kitchen mishaps.
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It's National Organize Your Home Day – Expert Tips for a Happier Home
A cleanup and décor refresh have always been able to lift moods. But in the midst of these long winter months, there’s special satisfaction in clutter removal, extra joy in being creative, particular pleasure in making a space even more your own.
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How to Bring More ‘Hygge' in Your Life in Chicago
Lauren Massarella and Michelle Anderson of “The Sister Project” discuss waysto bring more ‘hygge,’ the Danish word for cozy living, into your life.
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If You're Sitting All Day, Science Shows How to Undo the Health Risks. Take ‘Activity Snacks' Every 30 Minutes.
People who walked for five minutes every half hour had lower blood sugar and blood pressure than those who sat continuously.
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U.S. National Parks, Including Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon, Will Be Free on MLK Day — and 4 Other Days This Year
Though a majority of the nation’s parks are free year-round, roughly 100 of them have entrance fees ranging from $5 to $35 depending on the location.
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Your Key to Success in 2023, Says Attention Expert: The Difference Between ‘Habits' and ‘Routines'
Nir Eyal, the author of “Indistractable,” explains why it’s completely fine if your New Year’s resolutions never become habits.
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Why We're So Bad at Forming New Habits — and How to Be Better
It is notoriously difficult to form new habits. Here’s why and how to change it, according to social psychologist Wendy Wood.
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Here's How Much This Van Lifer Has Saved Since Moving Into Her Taylor Swift-Inspired Mobile Home
Tory Delury designed the mobile home after being inspired by Taylor Swift’s “Lover” album to contradict sexist assumptions about her life in the van.
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The Death of Diet Snapple and the Zero-Sum Game of No-Calorie Sweeteners
Rest in peace, Diet Snapple
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Successful People Do These 3 Things on Sunday for a Happier, Stress-Free Week, According to a Productivity Expert
There’s no magic cure for the ‘Sunday Scaries,’ but these three strategies, recommended by productivity expert Chris Bailey, can help.
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Americans Are ‘Wasting Too Much Money on Housing,' Says Top Economist—Here Are 4 Ways to Get ‘House Rich'
As mortgage interest rates spike, it costs more to buy a home. Whether renting or owning, many people waste money on housing, says a Harvard-trained economist.
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Why This 28-Year-Old Earning $81,000 Changed Careers: ‘I Knew It Was Risky, But What's the Worst That Could Happen?'
Leila Kartforosh was doing important Covid-19 research as a microbiologist, but she wasn’t happy and decided to make a career change.
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An Easy Guide to Help College Students Set Up Their First Budget
Setting up your first budget may seem daunting, but it’s actually really simple! Here are a few quick tips to help college students set up their first budget.