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5 Fool-Proof Tips for Staying Sober on Vacation

I used to love a drink when flying: A martini in the airport bar while I waited to board the plane, or a plastic cup of white wine from the flight attendant, eased my fear of flying and got me into “vacation mood.”  Drinking and traveling went hand-in-hand and when

Habit Tracker Guide: Achieve Your Goals

In The Principles of Psychology, William James shared that we’re all bundles of habits—good or bad. And breaking or building habits might require more effort than you expected. Whether it’s waking up early, giving up smoking, or adopting a healthy lifestyle, each requires discipline. But how do you stay motivated

How to Use Tech to Prevent Burnout

Juggling work, personal responsibilities, family needs, professional development, extracurricular activities and much more can be challenging to say the very least. According to Kristin Papa—a licensed clinical social worker specializing in burnout—managing these demands is particularly difficult in workplaces with unrealistic expectations, a lack of autonomy and insufficient resources or

12 Must-Read Books to Boost Your Communication Skills

People often have difficulty expressing themselves clearly, confidently and compassionately, whether in personal relationships, the workplace or social settings. Fear of making mistakes, appearing foolish or facing criticism can hinder communication. With the rise of digital communication, these challenges have only multiplied, making developing strong communication skills more crucial than

How Black actors are shaping Hollywood’s breast cancer conversation

Breast cancer isn’t just another statistic—it’s a leading killer of Black women in America, hitting our community harder than most. For non-Hispanic Black women, it’s the number one cause of cancer death, making awareness and early action more crucial than ever. Black women are also more likely to die from

A Day in the Life of a Freelancer

From the young age of 6, I wanted to be a writer. I honed my craft in a tiny purple journal with a kitten on the cover. Each entry started with “Dear Darla”—the name of the journal, of course. While I had the habits of a writer down pat, I

5 Fool-Proof Tips for Staying Sober on Vacation

I used to love a drink when flying: A martini in the airport bar while I waited to board the plane, or a plastic cup of white wine from the flight attendant, eased my fear of flying and got me into “vacation mood.”  Drinking and traveling went hand-in-hand and when

Habit Tracker Guide: Achieve Your Goals

In The Principles of Psychology, William James shared that we’re all bundles of habits—good or bad. And breaking or building habits might require more effort than you expected. Whether it’s waking up early, giving up smoking, or adopting a healthy lifestyle, each requires discipline. But how do you stay motivated

How to Use Tech to Prevent Burnout

Juggling work, personal responsibilities, family needs, professional development, extracurricular activities and much more can be challenging to say the very least. According to Kristin Papa—a licensed clinical social worker specializing in burnout—managing these demands is particularly difficult in workplaces with unrealistic expectations, a lack of autonomy and insufficient resources or

12 Must-Read Books to Boost Your Communication Skills

People often have difficulty expressing themselves clearly, confidently and compassionately, whether in personal relationships, the workplace or social settings. Fear of making mistakes, appearing foolish or facing criticism can hinder communication. With the rise of digital communication, these challenges have only multiplied, making developing strong communication skills more crucial than

How Black actors are shaping Hollywood’s breast cancer conversation

Breast cancer isn’t just another statistic—it’s a leading killer of Black women in America, hitting our community harder than most. For non-Hispanic Black women, it’s the number one cause of cancer death, making awareness and early action more crucial than ever. Black women are also more likely to die from

A Day in the Life of a Freelancer

From the young age of 6, I wanted to be a writer. I honed my craft in a tiny purple journal with a kitten on the cover. Each entry started with “Dear Darla”—the name of the journal, of course. While I had the habits of a writer down pat, I