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Travel the World Now Before It’s Too Late
If you're planning on seeing the world someday - what are you waiting for? There's no better time to fulfill your wanderlust than now.
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13 Ways to Start Getting Sleep When You’re Not Getting Sleep
Fall asleep faster — no sheep required.
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Miracle Morning Not Working for You? Try This Instead
Good news: you can be happy and productive without getting up at an unholy hour.
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How to Plan a Real Vacation
Slow down. Experience. Your vacation isn't about what you show your friends on Snapchat.
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5 Reasons to Stop Letting Your Phone Run Your Life
Remove the phone from in front of your face, and engage.
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How to Survive the Real World When You Feel Like Your Whole Life is Digital
Put down the phone and step away slowly.
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Follow Your Bliss — Or At Least Figure Out What It Looks Like
Have you thought about what it means to live a purposeful life?
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7 Clues It's (Finally) Time to Move Out of Mom's Basement
Sure, moving back home is a great way to save money after college. But at some point you need to suck it up and move out.
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January Gets the Cheapest Flights So Book Your Next Vacay Now
Ready for a break? January might be the best time for you to book your next flight.
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[A103] When Your Friends Won't Visit: Make and Keep Your Home Presentable
It's not enough for YOU to be inviting. Your home has to be inviting, too.
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How to Find a Cause You Believe In
Don't get hung up on changing the world immediately. Start local and watch your efforts bear fruit sooner.
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How to Plan an Awesome Vacation With Your BFF
Vacations can make or break a friendship. If you're going to plan a good one - do it right.
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8 Reasons Getting Older Is Awesome
Your life is like a fine wine or a good bourbon. Older is often better.
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[B044] Travel While Budgeting Like an Adult, ft. Whitney Hansen, The Money Nerds
Get out of town. Have a great time. And do it without breaking the bank.
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[B043] Use These Tips From the Military to Command Your Life ft. Justin Taylor, Saving Sherpa
Life out of control? Take command!
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[A098] Holiday Hosting: Entertain Guests and Stay Sane
Maintain your sanity, even while people are partying it up in your house.
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Does Your Horoscope Really Know You?
What's your sign? Does it matter? Maybe the constellations have more insight than you know...
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Need a Book Recommendation? Check These Places First
Want to read something new and good, but don't know where to start? No sweat! Here's how to muddle through the masses.
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[B041] Be a Kickass Single Mom ft. Emma Johnson from Wealthy Single Money
Being a single mom doesn't have to be depressing. Here's how to love it.
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[A094] Customer Serviced: Get Everything You Could Ever Want
Customer service people are people, too.
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How to Turn Your Life Around When You Fail Hard
It's tough to deal with failure. But there is something even more difficult to go through that's absolutely worth it: the comeback.
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Books to Help You Be a Better Adult
Do you have this adulting stuff figured out? If you're breathing, probably not. Here are some books to help you get your stuff together.
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6 Things You Need to Take on Your Next Road Trip
Thinking about a road trip is fun! The memories of road trips past - awesome! What's not so great? All the boring, crappy stuff that can actually happen while on the journey. You've gotta be prepared.
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[B038] Building Resilience When Life Kicks You In the Ass ft. Michelle Jackson
Life doesn't need to keep kicking you in the ass.
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[A090] Moving Out: Get Away From Your Hometown
You need a break from your hometown. Even if it's only for a few months.
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9 Apps That Will Help You Live Healthier
Living healthier takes time, commitment, and information. If you have a phone, you have the information, the rest is up to you.
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How to Fit Your Friends Into Your Life
Friendships are work. Just because you're adulting hard doesn't mean you have to let them slip away.
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9 Ways to Enrich Your Life With More Culture
We're used to our mundane schedules. Take a break and experience the world around you. Give your life some oomph.
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[B036] When Moving Home Isn't Failure to Launch, ft. Connie Albers
Moving home can be a good way to get your feet under you. Just make sure you move home like a grown-ass adult.
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[B035] Take Care of Your Mental Health as an Entrepreneur ft. Lynette Davis
Self-care is important.
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[B034] Money and Fitness Have This in Common, ft. Jessica Moorhouse & Jaclyn Phillips
How to be wealthier and healthier — at the same time.
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Why You Need a Blog Even If You're Not a Blogger
A resume is stale. Show who you really are. Learn how a blog can really make you shine.
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The Best Self-Help Books for Every Situation
Are you trying to improve and need answers? I mean real answers. Sometimes a wiki just won't do. Here's a list of the best books to help you out.
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The Best Advice a 21-Year-Old Can Hear Right Now
From money to relationships and everything in between, here's the best advice from a panel of expert adults.
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[B031] Improve Your Confidence by Accepting Bold Challenges ft. Martin Dasko, Studenomics
Leap outside your comfort zone. Try something new. Fail. And grow into the life you want.
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How to Retire When You Want
Are your retirement dreams bigger than your 401(k)? If you're ready to retire, but your wallet isn't, here are some ideas to get you on your way.
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Put Your Energy Where Your ROI Is
Life's too short to always feel shafted. If you're not getting what you want out of your life, it's time to change things! Let's put your effort where it matters.
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How to Make Friends in a New City
Feeling like a stranger in a strange land? It can be hard to start over in a new city. But part of the fun is making new connections and finding a new crew.
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3 Tips for Deciding How Much Money Is Enough for You
You could spend your whole life chasing the dream of more money. But to what end? Figure out how much is enough – and be happier for it.
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Do This If You're Feeling Anxious or Depressed
Some struggles make us lose hope. Make us feel lost. If you are dealing with anxiety or depression, there is hope. There is a path to wellness.
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Smaller Cities Give You a Bigger Life
Small-town life may seem boring, but the reality is that you might be able to live larger. Lower living costs = more money to spend on life.
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How to Create a 5-Year Plan That Gives You Purpose
A 5-year plan doesn't have to be a boring cliche. Instead, create a kick-ass plan that adds meaning and purpose to your life.
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[A078] Get the Worm: Change Your Life by Rising Early
Carpe diem. Or whatever. It sounds cheesy, but you really might be able to change things up when you decide to get up a little earlier.
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Why I Wake Up at 4:35 a.m. Almost Every Day
Yeah, it's crazy to get up at 4:35 am. But it can work. You might be surprised at how much you can get down with just a couple extra hours in the morning.
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[A074] Deep Connections: Find Your Own Spirituality
Does religion = spirituality? Maybe not. You can be a spiritual person without religion. And maybe even without God.
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5 Ways to Adopt a Positive Mindset and Upgrade Your Life
Tired of all the negativity? Time to turn it around. Take steps to adopt a positive mindset.
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10 Apps to Help You Read More
If you're not making any progress on your reading list, read more using the best apps and technology.
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Why Rejection Is an Important Part of Learning About Life
You won't get everything you want. Not everything will work out. And that's ok.
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4 Struggles of Being an Outgoing Introvert
Outgoing introversion: it's actually a thing. Here's what you need to know if you are an introvert, but still a little on the outgoing side.
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Here's the Absolute Minimum Exercise You Need to Avoid an Early Death
Want better health? You may have to get off your lazy ass. The good news is that you might not have to get off it for very long.
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[A070] Turnt: Handle the Drinks Like a Pro
It's that you're drinking. It's how you're drinking. Get more out of each sip once you learn the secrets of drinking for adults.
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10 Life Hacks That Will Make You Feel Better Instantly
Ugh. Life getting in the way of happiness again? Feel better ASAP when you use any of these life hacks to boost your mood and improve your life.
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How Stress Ruins Your Life -- And What You Can Do About It
Stress is sucking you dry and ruining your relationships. Reclaim your quality of life.
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[A066] Those Tough Choices: Do the Right Thing
Why is it so hard to do the right thing? We all get stuck wondering how we screwed up so bad. Break the cycle.
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I’m on a Diet and Gained Weight! WTF?
Dieting rarely works. In fact, chronic dieting can lead to bigger weight gain. Here's how to alter your lifestyle to be healthier and happier.
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[B021] Buying a Home for First-Timers ft. Mindy Jensen, Bigger Pockets
Buying a home? Mindy Jensen from Bigger Pockets walks us through the process from start to finish.
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7 Practical Tips for Battling Your Sweet Tooth
Sweet tooth out of control? It's time to show your teeth who's boss. Try these tips for getting over your sugar cravings.
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5 Practical Tips to Help You Avoid Negativity in the News
Everyone is outraged over everything all the time. It's so negative. Break the cycle in your life by ditching the 24-hour outrage news cycle.
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[A062] Fake News, Lies, and Bias: Make Truth Matter Again
Fake news is so enticing that real facts often have no impact on other people's beliefs.
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The Real Reason Every Young American Should Live Abroad at Least Once
Broad perspectives enhance understanding of life. Live abroad at least once in your life and fine-tune your empathy.
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Is SAD Affecting Your Work? Here's What To Do
You don't want your work performance to suffer because of SAD. If you experience a seasonal problem, take steps to reduce the impact.
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What to Do When You Hate Your Friend's Politics
Your friend's politics are getting on your nerves. You need to figure out how to fix this without destroying the friendship.
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Review: Fund Your Ideal Lifestyle by Clayton Daniel
Fund Your Ideal Lifestyle offers personal stories with pop culture references in a highly-entertaining and modest read.
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[B018] Fund Your Ideal Lifestyle ft. Clayton Daniel
Clayton Daniel shows how you can use the money and time you have today to fund your ideal lifestyle.
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Don't Put Your Age Insecurities On Me
Stop bitching about how old you are. Instead, get out there and enjoy life. Living a full life has nothing to do with age.
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3 Strategies to Help You Escape Your Crappy Life Rut
Feeling trapped in our own life? You can get out of that rut. Here's how to add a little more kick-ass to your life.
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3 Things You Must Know to Change Your Destiny
It sounds hokey, but you really can change your destiny. Be real about why your life sucks, and then take steps to make positive change.
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[A058] Humility: Thrive Without Being Obnoxious
You don't need to be an obnoxious braggart to get ahead. In fact, you might be better off cultivating a little humility. Don't be a jerk.
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How to Lose Like an Adult
We're all losers at some point. The key is in learning how to lose like a winner.
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Was 2016 a Shitty Year? Or Are We the Ultimate Drama Queens?
2016 really felt like the worst. Now that it's over, we can breathe a sigh of relief. But was it really that bad? Are we just drama queens?
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[B014] Parenting Your Sporty Kids ft. Matt Schulz, SocceredUp
Here's the best way to handle children involved with extracurricular activities. Juggle much?
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How to Make Resolutions That Really Matter
Don't just make a list of goals. Make resolutions that actually matter and will truly change your life.
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How to Break the Resolution Cycle to Improve Year-Round
Stop following the resolution cycle of setting goals, slipping up, and feeling like a failure for the rest of the year. Here's how to live a fulfilling life year-round.
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[B012] Delayed Parenthood ft. Sandy Smith, Yes I Am Cheap
Should you delay having kids until you can afford it? How do you know when the time is right?
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[A054] Move Yo Butt: Make Moving Day Easy
We've all had to move at some point. Here's how to handle moving day like a boss.
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Join the Adulting.tv Reading Challenge: 12 Books to Read in 2017
Looking for a few good books? We'll help you find 12! Join the Adulting.tv Reading Challenge and read at least one book a month in 2017.
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Suck It Up: Participation Trophies Aren't the Problem With Your Lack of Character
Did you receive participation trophies as a child? That's not an excuse to avoid responsibility for your character.
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4 Things I Learned During My Kickass Year of No Resolutions
New Year's resolutions can be a good way to kickstart a better life. But you don't actually need them to do amazing things.
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How Learning to Drive As an Adult Changed My Life
Learning to drive as an adult? Isn't that something you do as a teenager? Here's what it's like to be the only adult who can't drive.
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Hate That Present? Your Ultimate Guide to Regifting
Regifting is a fine and noble art. Here's how to do it the right way.
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Put Down the Phone: 9 Ways Technology Is Ruining Your Life
Who's in charge? Your devices, or you? It's time to show your technology who's boss.
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15 Signs Your Job Is Taking Over Your Life
Yelling out your boss's name while getting busy with bae? Your friends know you'll cancel on them? Your job is taking over your life.
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[A050] Self-Help BS: Avoid Predatory Gurus, Experts, and Bad Advice to Find Real Help
Don't fall for the self-help hype. Most of it's bullshit anyway. Instead, focus on making real, lasting change in your life.
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5 Non-Money Investments You Need for a Kick-Ass Life
You need to invest your money for the future. But don't forget to invest in your actual life.
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Read Like an Adult: Get Some Books in Your Brain!
You do have time to read. Make it a priority, if even for a few minutes a day, and you'll see the benefits.
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[B010] How to Set Up Your First Kitchen ft. Erin Chase, $5 Dinners
Here's what you need to do to set up your first kitchen for success.
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[B009] Control What You Can Control
You can control more about your life than you think you can. Are there limits?
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[A046] Big Mucky Muck: Get Involved in Local Politics
National elections carry the most drama. But how much does that matter where you live? Local politics can give you a chance to make an impact.
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5 Reasons You Have a Miserable Life -- And How to Fix It
Do you know why your life is miserable? Some of the things you do every day could be causing that distress.
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The Most Influential Books for Adults
Reading can give you a different perspective or even change your life. These are some adults' most influential books.
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10 Things That Will Boost Your Mood Right Now
Tired of feeling down and out? You can boost your mood almost instantly with a little creative fun.
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Live Your Best Life Through Calm Meditation
Leave your worries behind and start meditating. It's like a vacation for your mind.
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How You Know You’re Ready for a Loving Pet
You want a furry friend to give you unconditional love. But are you ready to give that unconditional love to a pet? It's a big responsibility.
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[A042] Life's Curveballs: Hit Them Out of the Park
Sometimes life doesn't go the way you want or plan. Can you be resilient?
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What's Your Myers-Briggs Personality Type?
The controversial Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator may not be perfect, but it's fun. What's your type?
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Is There Happiness Between Coffee and Wine?
Do you need caffeine and booze to make life bearable? While there's nothing wrong with enjoying our drinks, you can create more in your life.
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Pivot Your Way to a Better Life
Whether in love or your career, whether you control it or not, you'll probably pivot at least once in your life.
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[A039] Grit: Succeed Overnight The Slow Way
Those stories of overnight success might be hiding something. Real success takes grit over a long period of time.
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When Someone Dies and You’re Not Sad
Feel bad for not feeling sad? When someone dies, don't feel guilty about your emotions.
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[A037] Community Service: Drop the Selfie Stick and Make a Difference
Do more good and find more meaning by getting involved in your local community.
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What You Think Is Adulting... Isn't
Are you really adulting? Or are you checking things off a list? Just because you're doing what others say you "should" doesn't mean you're truly adulting.
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[A034] To Life: Take Care of Your Health or Die
Do you do what you can to take care of your health?
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When Does It Make Sense to Live Alone?
Do you need your space? Sometimes you might need to live alone, even if it's more expensive.
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Figuring Out When to Move In Together
How do you know it's time to move in together? Hint: It's not because you want to save money.
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Hate Exercise? Trick Yourself Into It!
Don't let your hatred of exercise get in the way of your health.
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The Real World of Money After College
Do you have a true concept of what is "real" about money after college?
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Why You Should Look Forward to Getting Old
Don't be afraid of getting old. I don't even care about having bigger boobs now. Life is better!
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[A030] Destination and Journey: Make Your Road Trip Epic
Do you want to get out of town?
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10 Important Lessons You MUST Learn By 30
You've got time in your 20s to figure all of this out. Make some mistakes, but find some answers by 30.
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My 13-Year-Old Is a Better Adult Than You Are
You can learn many lessons about being an adult from a teenager. This teen may even be a better adult than you are.
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You Don't Know What It's Like to Have Anxiety
Anxiety still carries plenty of stigma. Have you ever wondered what anxiety feels like? Here's what might help.
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3 Reasons Why You MUST Have a Passion in Life
What is your passion in life? Can you even answer that question? Here's why it's important to find your passion now.
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[B002] Failure Isn't the End of the World ft. John Rampton, Due.com
Miranda, Harlan, and special guest John Rampton discuss having a positive attitude towards failure, and how failure is essential for ultimate success.
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[A023] Loud ≠ Right: Share Your Opinion Without Being a Jerk
It's important to be engaged in the process. It's also important to avoid being a jerk.
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You Won't Reach Your Goals Without This One Key Factor
Hard work, dedication, and focus are necessary for you to succeed at your goals. But it takes more than just grit; there are other important factors, and grit binds them together.
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[A020] YOLO, Yo? Carpe Diem Without Sacrifice
Do you YOLO? Here's how to party today and prepare for financial freedom tomorrow.
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Start Adulting With These Awesome Instructions
If you follow just some of these suggestions from long-time and newbie adults, you'll be better than most. Which is your favorite?
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[A016] Finding Calm: Relax, Damn It!
Stressed out? Can't slow down? Your health will suffer if you can't find some inner peace and relax.
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[A014] The Meaning of Life: It's Not 42. Figure It Out.
What is the meaning of life? The answer is a little more complicated than 42. Here's how to find your own purpose.
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Give Yourself Some Direction By Drawing Your Life Map
Put your passions and interests down on paper. It will help you determine your life's direction and how to spend your time.
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[A013] Cheating: Discipline Yo Self But Binge on Netflix and Ice Cream
Worried about what happens when your self-discipline breaks down a little bit? Here's how cheat days can help you recommit and reach your goals.
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[A007] Motivate Yo Self: Suck It Up and Do The Thing
Kids think adults can do whatever they want. The truth is that you need to get things done -- even if it's not fun.
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