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What to Eat for Lunch for a More Productive Afternoon

If your productivity plummets post-lunch, it's probably what you're eating. Try these healthy (and delicious) options that perk you up, too.

Not feeling mentally sharp lately? It could be all the soda pop you drink. Learn about that and other habits that are harming your gray matter.

You don't have to spend a lot to gussy up a kid's room — you just need some creativity and a sense of humor. Get inspired with these fun ideas.

Choosing steak instead of chicken? It's easy to let go of our frugal convictions when we have a few extra dollars. Watch out for the signs!

While major disasters are thankfully rare, plenty of small emergencies can catch us unawares. Here's what you should be watching and preparing for.

Small risks always payoff in the thrill of the gamble and sometimes they payoff in much more. Take a chance on these — you've got nothing to lose!

Show the hostess or host your appreciation for the invite with a clever, affordable, and adorable gift such as one of these.

Death happens slowly — and then all at once. Learn to identify some early warning signs, and take steps to forestall the inevitable.

Get inspired to make your big career move by the stories of these risky — and ultimately successful — leaps of faith to new working lives.

A business credit card is a big perk that comes with extra responsibility. Don't run afoul of your firm — or the authorities — through its misuse.

Runner's high is a real thing, but exercise can boost overall happiness for the long term, too. Get out there and get moving!

Today's twenty- and thirty-somethings are putting off a host of big life-defining moments. Find out what they're waiting for — and why.

Stuck in a dull, underpaying, dead end job? Break free and join one out of four Americans who have found the satisfying careers of their dreams!

Set the stage for tomorrow by spending a few minutes tidying up your workspace and your task list. Morning you appreciate your thoughtfulness!

While you probably don't have to worry contracting Ebola yourself, the deadly virus certainly may infect your finances.

When's the right time to quit a job? When it's doing you more harm than good.

There's a lot of skepticism around the idea of visualization boards, but plenty of people are convinced, such as the three people profiled here.

One thing organized people don't have in their homes is a lot of clutter (or they hide it really, really well). Find out where.

If you think about the time and effort that went into these truly offensive costumes, it makes your headspin, gruesomely, like in The Exorcist.

Maekin moar meestakes at werk then yousyewl? Yep, that's a sign you aren't getting enough sleep.