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18 Cheap Meal Ideas to Keep Your Tummy Full and Wallet Happy

Everything is expensive. Housing is almost out of reach, education puts us in massive debt, and even necessities like food and utilities are starting to … Read more

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Spell Casting for Beginners – How to Cast Spells that Really Work

Spell casting captures our imaginations. The idea that we could achieve our life’s desires with a simple magic ritual is as alluring as it is … Read more

A proud American waves a flag over his head, representing how America is the best countries. But that's not always true, as there are many things other countries do better.

17 Things Other Countries Do Better Than the US Proving We Aren’t The Best

American exceptionalism tells us America is the best country in the world. “USA! USA!” We Chant. “We’re Number One; We’re Number One!” We scream. But … Read more

What is mindset? Illustration of a head with a brain inside, and arrows pointing in all different directions. A small woman sits on the shoulders, thinking about mindset and self-improvement.

What is Mindset? Understanding is the First Step to Fixing Your Life

It’s all about your mindset, man. Self-help gurus online (and in real life) wax poetic about mindset’s vital role in happiness. I do too. But … Read more

Woman on a swing overlooking a serene lake with mountains in the distance. She's living her dream life.

Your Dream Life is Within Reach. Here’s How To Achieve It

Are you living your dream life? If not, it’s time to start. Here’s how to build the life of your dreams. How To Create Your … Read more

A happy couple holding their newborn after deciding to have a baby.

11 Essential Things To Talk About Before Having a Baby

Thinking of having a baby? Don’t just dive in. Far too many parents think everything will be perfect when the child arrives, only to find … Read more

A happy, free woman sits on a rock that's off the beaten path, overlooking the water. She's rejected the traditional life script and being true to herself.

How Society’s Insidious Life Script Keeps People Stuck in Boxes

There’s a path we’re supposed to take in life. It’s hammered into us from a young age, and as it is written, so it shall … Read more

A woman enjoying a cup of coffee outside in the spring. She's sitting at a picnic table in a lovely garden to represent lifes simple pleasures.

101 Simple Pleasures To Make the Most of Life

Though we often only remember our most significant milestones, simple pleasures make life worthwhile every day. It’s the little things that make up the majority … Read more

An angry looking woman sits on her couch, making a refusal gesture, to represent the anti-bucket list of things we will never do (again!).

The Anti-Bucket List: 16 Things You Don’t Actually Need to Try in Life

Life is for living. We should have epic adventures and explore everything the world has to offer! Unfortunately, not everything in the world is good. … Read more

A happy woman does a fist bump at her laptop after achieving personal goals.

Achieving Personal Goals is Vital for Happiness – Here’s How to Do It

Do you want a happy life? You need personal goals. But you need more than that – you actually need to achieve them! But the … Read more