More IRL, Fewer URLs – New research suggests that spending only half an hour per day on social media may be beneficial for our mental health. Stores That Sell Nothing – Get in, pick up, get out, go home. This may be the model for a new kind of shopping experience – one that requires […]
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Lifestyle Newsletter – August 2019
Why Reading Is Even More Relevant – If knowledge is the most-valuable currency in today’s world, then learning how to learn is an essential skill in this information-centered economy. Live Long, Stay Invested – For some baby boomers, a long retirement may mean accepting a certain level of investment risk. Picking Out the Better Proteins […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – July 2019
Skipping the Line on Your Next Trip – TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, CLEAR: a quick look at the programs that can help you board flights faster. Good News About Retirement Saving – A new study shows four signs of improvement in Americans’ effort to prepare for life after work. More Rest, Less Stress – There […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – June 2019
Furthering Your Fluency – What steps can make learning a new language more fun, more rewarding, and less intimidating? Retaining Your Tax Records – Just how long should you keep income tax forms? How Much Coffee Is Too Much? – Is there a level at which coffee consumption becomes more harmful than helpful? Recipe of […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – May 2019
More IRL, Less URL – Too much Internet can mean not much done. What’s New With the W-4 – The I.R.S. is working on a new withholding form. When Is Airfare Cheapest? – The answer: not always 60 days out. Recipe of the Month – “Ice Cream Truck” Ice Cream Sandwiches. […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – April 2019
To-Do List Dos & Don’ts – The keys to crossing off more. Shop, Eat, Save – Thrifty consumers can find more money today to keep for tomorrow. Heart-Smart Eating – Adopt a diet that works for you and your ticker. Recipe of the Month – Classic Roasted Tomato and Bread Soup. […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – March 2019
3-D Printing 2.0 – Stop the presses: photons are powering a breakthrough. Screen Out the Distractions – Better phone and tablet habits might just promote improved personal finances. Planks, Push-Ups, Progress – Bodyweight training can give you a workout without equipment. Recipe of the Month – Perfectly Roasted Sunday Chicken. […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – February 2019
Think: Now, Then, and Ten – Tough decision? Try the 10/10/10 Rule. Save, in Case Your Second Act Starts Early – You might retire sooner than you think. Tell the Internet You Need “Me Time” – Keep digital distractions from consuming too much of your attention. Recipe of the Month – Out-of-This-World Granola Bars. […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – January 2019
Are we sleeping sufficiently – is seven hours ideal, or does the right amount differ per person? Teachable money moments – help kids learn to save and spend wisely. Avoiding athletic aches – how can a weekend warrior avoid overdoing it? Recipe of the Month – Fresh and Light Lemon Layer Cake. […]
Lifestyle Newsletter – December 2018
More warmth for the money – tips to help you stay snug in the winter for less. Making your savings last for life – three little adjustments might help. Rock out in at the gym – why you might love indoor climbing, especially in the winter. Recipe of the Month – Creamy Bacon Leek Soup […]