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Two Musicians on Different Notes Michael and Jonathan sat uneasily on the couch with a safe distance between them for the first Oral History Interview. For me to see both of them on the computer screen, I asked them to move closer and they laughed nervously. Both are gifted musicians who support their partner’s career…
There’s nothing quite as satisfying as growing your own food. Perhaps the only thing that’s even better is growing it with your neighbors. Community gardening is a way to meet people, save money on groceries and eat healthy food grown right in your neighborhood. Community gardening is a great way to help your local community, and…
When it comes to saving, the general rule is the earlier the better. The first time that young adults are often able to begin saving is in their early 20s, as they finish college and begin their first jobs. Many young adults, however, don’t understand the benefits of early investments in retirement savings. Those who…
What’s the difference between good and bad business relationships? Good relationships are built on mutual trust, honesty, and respect. Bad ones are built on deceit, backstabbing, and dishonesty. The following are 4 ways to develop strong business relationships: Understand Your Audience’s Needs and Goals Every company and brand has a target audience. It is the job…
August 22, 2021 — 16:01 PM When dating someone new, it’s all too easy to look at the person through rose-colored glasses—and miss the glaring signs they’re not right for you. Often referred to as red flags, we’ve all seen these glaring signs before, but whether we ignore them, try to work with them, or…
August 22, 2021 — 12:02 PM Few topics in the well-being space are highlighted as much as inflammation—we know acute inflammation is healthy and necessary for healing, but chronic inflammation can have negative effects on the body and brain. And taking control of the latter can be a gnarly beast to tackle—so when functional medicine…
August 22, 2021 — 11:02 AM No pimples are welcome. But when they’re large, painful, and red, they’re really annoying. Nodular acne is unique and isn’t treated like your typical white- or blackhead. And if we’re being honest, nodular acne can become a monster to deal with if you don’t act quickly. That’s why detecting…
A cup (or honestly, often two) of coffee is an essential step in my morning routine—and I know I’m not the only one. But that doesn’t mean coffee always gets to be its own step: For many of us, our coffee brews while we get ready for the day, then we take our first sips…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. August 22, 2021 — 9:05 AM An oil that’s extracted from the aerial parts (leaves, flowers, and stems) of the almighty hemp plant, hemp oil can help promote calm and…
