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Affording medical treatment is sometimes right up there with affording college: nearly impossible for the average person, and potentially financially haunting. Drowning in medical bills is an all too common story that has taken an even darker twist. Financial Education…

What’s the value of exercise? According to The New York Times, it comes out to roughly $2,500. Costs associated with treating diseases that could be prevented by staying active is enormous. Unfortunately, people who are inactive tend to develop a…

​​Knowing what to believe about dietary supplements can be difficult; often claims are made about the supplement with little to no research to actually back them up. Two supplements to recently come under scrutiny are fish oil and vitamin D.…

There are few things that affect someone’s well-being as much as their mental health. Many people may not choose to improve their mental health for a variety of reasons, but many may want to and are restricted because they do…

November for many people brings out the idea and want of giving to others because there’s so much to be thankful for in their lives and they want to spread that around. For the people who are on the receiving…

​Foodie culture is on the rise in America, or at least it's getting more attention on social media lately. People are showing off their love of good food for other people to enjoy and maybe even get some ideas for…

Millennials, in particular millennial women, are the most overwhelmed by their financial situation, according to a recent MarketWatch article. They are nearly twice as likely to report anxiety about finances than all other generations, 40 percent to just over 20…

There is a certain satisfaction that can come with finding the best deal around. Getting a great deal is really important to people because they want to feel like the money spent was worth it. Soon one of the best…

As people get older and that invincibility of youth fades, there’s often a sudden panic in trying to become healthier. A dramatic change in lifestyle doesn’t suit most people and so they might wind up trying the latest fad diet instead. Financial…

There are over 55 unique holidays from November through January. These holidays all have important meanings, even if some are more lighthearted than others, and give people a chance to slow down and think about things other than work. They’re…

​​​Those who suffer from depression or other mood disorders have undoubtedly been told at one time or another that it’s a choice or something that can be changed by mindset. Recent research conducted by a team from the University of…

Hopelessness is like free falling into a void. Without hope for a better future, an individual may find themselves self-medicating and/or engaging in self-harming behavior, up to, and including considering suicide. A study in a 2009 Law and Psychology Review…

Identity theft is a serious problem, one that has affected seven percent of Americans 16 and older. Some damage is more severe, some less, but it’s never in the favor of someone who has had their identity stolen. Once that…

The Boston Marathon draws the best runners from all over the world, testing endurance and conditioning. But not every marathon requires running and not everyone has the $4,000 it takes to run the Boston Marathon. There has been an explosion…

Traveling around and enjoying food is one of the big reasons people find other cultures so amazing. They’ll bring back stories of foods with names that are hard to pronounce and say it’s nothing like the American version. Often that’s…

​​Many people struggle with controlling their finances or developing a strong financial strategy for their resources. Those who have mastery over their wealth tend to be able to adjust their strategy in order to gain more enriching experiences from their…

There’s a lot of things that can set off the intense feelings of hunger, but there’s really only one way to stop feeling hungry and continuing on with the rest of the day: eating. But for some people, even that…

Autumn (and winter in particular) are seasons where many people tend to stay indoors and reduce their activity level. While the cold dark days may make it tempting to go into hibernation mode, experts say that these seasons are actually…

Generalizations, especially about an entire generation, are undermined by the millions of unique lives of the people that inhabit it. Millennials are no exception. Individuals cannot be defined by broad outlines. Still, there are trends. According to a recently released…

Halloween has come a long way from its origins, now revolving around getting as many treats as possible and enjoying a spookier atmosphere as the weather cools down. It’s a chance to make time for celebrating like with the other…