Author: candacebd
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How to Defeat the Sunday Blues
The top way to defeat the Sunday blues? Make over your weekend plans to include “active leisure” over “passive leisure.” Here’s what I mean.
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Creative Outlet: What the Society of Creative Anachronism (SCA) Is Really Like
If you’ve even been to a Ren Fest, there’s a good chance you’ve witnessed the Society of Creative Anachronism at work (or play). Here’s what goes down.
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The Unexpected Way Your New Job (Or Promotion) Could Affect Your Leadership Style
If you’re new at your job and you feel like you’re screwing things up — big time — you’re not alone. Most of us feel that way; that’s why so many people cite some anonymous stat that says it takes three months to adjust to a new gig. However, your unfamiliar surroundings (and responsibilities) aren’t…
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7 Ways to Be Your Own Valentine
You don’t need to be in a relationship to enjoy that red, pink and all-things-heart-shaped holiday known as Valentine’s Day. In fact, it’s a perfect excuse to #treatyoself. (But if you are in a relationship, you could always just forward these ideas to your partner in crime.) Here are just a few Valentine’s Day gift…
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What You Must Keep in Mind When You’re Pursuing Your Passion
Even if you love what you’re doing, there will be times when you absolutely hate following that passion. It’s going to be tough, it’s going to be monotonous, it’s going to feel utterly unrewarding. And as awful as it is to hear it, that’s something you must keep in mind when you’re starting (or slogging…
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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Truffle Blossom Cookies
A 2020 PSA: If you can’t find Hershey’s Truffle Kisses, don’t drive yourself crazy searching. This year’s limited-edition Valentine’s Day Hershey’s flavor is a dark chocolate molten lava cake flavor. Which is basically the same thing (and ridiculously delicious on their own). I’ve always been a fan of peanut butter blossoms — you know, those…
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How to Know Your Worth (and When to Raise Prices)
One of the most common problems I’ve heard entrepreneurs talk about is how achingly hard to put a price on what you do. You don’t want to set the prices too high, scaring people away (and thus giving yourself a not-good-enough complex that’s so, so untrue), and you don’t want to skew too low, making…
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Happy Monday! Get Free Chipotle Today
Turns out, there is such a thing as a free lunch, though your lunch isn’t techinically free today. If you order an entree featuring sofritas — a shredded tofu that’s braised with chipotle chilis, roasted poblano peppers and spices — on Monday, Jan. 26th, make sure you ask for the receipt. Show it to Chipotle…
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What Red Velvet Oreos Really Taste Like
Red Velvet Oreos will hit stores on Groundhog Day, but you can sign up to receive an early sample here. We were lucky enough to snag a few sandwich cookies to try, and if you’re not sure whether they’re worth the $4.49 price tag, we took it upon ourselves to chronicle the Oreo-eating experience. You…
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Garlic-Parmesan Kale Salad
This kale salad recipe is so simple, so garlicky, so cheesy. You’ll love it.
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The Danger of Making Rules
As someone who loves creating to-do lists and planning goals, today’s Takeaway Tuesday really hit home. All too often I fall into that trap of, ‘If I do X, Y and Z, then this will happen!” and I’m bummed when things don’t work out according to plan. -Candace Tuesday Takeaway: Packing Light by Allison Vesterfelt…
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One Awesome Thing You Can Do for Your Body (and Brain) Today
Deep down, we all have a “should” list. It’s the 392-plus things we tell ourselves we should start doing, often once a day: floss more, read more, keep a journal, get eight hours’ sleep, start an Instagram photo-a-day challenge. The list seems to continually keep growing, and bit by bit, your day is gobbled up,…
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