Making a big decision, and not sure what to do? Ask yourself this question to gain some clarityGretchen Rubin is a writer and podcaster who explores the issues of happiness, habits and human nature.
All the best ways to watch a space launchHave you ever watched a rocket launch? Some of us are in a position to do something like that fairly easily, based on where we live. For other people, it might be somethi...
Podcast reminds us, especially in the sandal-wearing months: Stop neglecting your feetYou know what might feel good? Giving a little more attention to your feet.
Going through a rough patch? This ‘secret’ just might help you see things differentlyA recent podcast guest spoke about a useful life tip she picked up from a fictional character in a book.
Give yourself a break: This insight is meant to help you treat yourself with kindnessIf you’re upset about a mistake you made or even something heavier, such as a relationship that ended, be kind to yourself.
This brilliant ‘1-minute rule’ just might help you get your life under controlAnything you can do in less than a minute, do without delay.
Feeling stressed? This breathing technique might be just the trick you needDid you realize just how powerful our breath can really be?
Expect the opposite -- and it just might alter your whole way of thinking, podcast host saysHave you ever taken a few minutes to think about your expectations -- expectations about life, the people around you, and yourself?
5 things to know about ‘White Boy Rick’ Wershe, who is now a free man after his release earlier this weekIn case you missed it, Richard “White Boy Rick” Wershe Jr. was released earlier this week from a Florida halfway house. They were his first steps of freedom since he was ...
This advice just might change the way you think about people and their bodiesMaybe you bump into someone on the street who you haven’t seen in a while. It might feel natural to say something if that person looks different -- for example, if he or ...
On making your inbox your home: Don’t feel bad about a bulk-delete, journalist saysIf you’re a person who receives lots of email newsletters, or even just lots of email in general, journalist Ann Friedman offered this advice: Sometimes you have to give ...
This simple trick will make even the most average of tomatoes taste deliciousAnyone who loves tomatoes knows just how good they can be in the summertime.
On this 50th anniversary for the USPS, mail a letter to a friendOn this day 50 years ago, the former Post Office Department changed over and became the United States Postal Service. And in case you’re thinking “yawn,” there’s actually...
This simple ‘weathering the weather’ tip just might change how you view the forecastDo you ever intend to get outside, only to be stopped by the rain?
Thinking about doling out some advice? Just make sure it’s not unsolicited, or it might not land well“The Best Advice Show” is a podcast all about giving advice, as the name implies.
Next time you find yourself in an argument, ask yourself: Do you want to be right or do you want to be close?When Michael Franti -- a musician, filmmaker and activist -- gets into an argument with his wife, they fall back on one phrase: Do you want to be right, or do you want to...
Self-care doesn’t have to mean candles or bubble baths: Think about what the term might mean to you“Self-care” is a term that’s thrown around a lot, said a recent guest on “The Best Advice Show.”
This analysis on racism is incredibly concise, direct, and includes 3 stepsLeah Penniman, a farmer with Soul Fire Farm and the author of “Farming While Black,” has three basic steps that we could all follow, to continue fighting racism in our co...
This advice will make you want to drop whatever you’re doing and drive around the block: ‘Rodents ate my car’Even though life, in some ways, has started returning to normal, it’s safe to say that many of us still aren’t driving our cars as often as usual.
Unplugging and switching gears before bed could be your saving grace during rough timesIt’s safe to say that we’re living through some very difficult times, so making sure you find a way to unplug and find an escape before bed could help you stay sane.
Eating an orange in the shower is a surprisingly fantastic way to start your dayYou might have been a little confused when you read the headline of this story -- or had some questions -- but just ask author Drew Philp about how incredible it is to ea...
Not sure how you can make a difference? 2 words that might change how you move forward: Hasten slowlyConsidering everything that’s going on in the world right now, it seems as if a lot of people are asking themselves, “What can we do?”
