Why do moms still feel guilty about working?
Working mom guilt is a powerful, negative force that is as dated as it is prevalent. I have written on this topic extensively through my blog, my podcast, and on my Forbes column. Most recently, […]
How to stop being so pushy at work
I recently reached out to my social media including my 540k Twitter followers about what they thought was the difference between being passionate and pushy. It generated many interesting and thoughtful responses. The main essence was that […]
Turn your citrus peels into a non-toxic kitchen cleaner
We all love citrus fruits, but how often do you use all of the peels? In the spirit of #NewYearNoWaste, we wanted to share one of the easiest ways to use citrus peels and keep […]
To do better with your money, focus on self-care
Modern life comes with plenty of stressors, and money is the most common. But a state of stress actually makes financial discipline harder. It can even lead to a cycle in which stress makes poor money choices more […]
Learn to compost in 6 easy steps
Eating “ugly” produce is only part of the battle when it comes to reducing waste in our lives. What we do with our vegetable peels, scraps, and trimmings is just as important. So it’s no […]
This $9,000 ‘intelligent’ toilet has smart lighting, speakers & Amazon Alexa
For all of the genuine advances in technology found at the Consumer Electronic Show, the Las Vegas event has a reputation for showcasing some fairly outlandish tech. This time around – and before the show even properly […]
Turns out pets are big gift getters on Valentine’s Day
As Valentine’s Day approaches each year, our thoughts turn to that special someone who warms our hearts, and makes us smile when we come home from work — our pets. So it’s no surprise that […]
Being too nice can be bad for your money
You were probably encouraged to be nice when you were growing up. If you hit another kid or teased them you’d hear, “Now, be nice.” But, a new study reveals that in the long run, […]
Honeymoon on a budget: Our $400 Caribbean trip
There was no way I was going to get married without a honeymoon to follow. At the same time, I knew from sources like Wedding Wire that the average cost of a honeymoon trip is about $4,000. […]
A Tinder for your refrigerator? Yeah, it’s a thing
For anyone sick of trying to find love through apps like Tinder and Bumble — especially with Valentine’s Day upon us — Samsung has come to the rescue with Refrigerdating. Yes, Refrigerdating. It might well be […]