51 Positive Affirmations to Make Your World a Better Place Shutterstock / Aliaksei Kaponia Have you ever tried to talk yourself into feeling some type of way or acting in a certain manner? If so, and if you’re doing it with some regularity, you might be interested to know that there’s a name for that sort of thing. It’s called self-affirmation , and many people lean on it to create a more hopeful spin on the world around them....
6 Charming U.S. Cities That Feel Like Small Towns EQRoy / Shutterstock At a certain age, many people choose to say goodbye to city living and move to the suburbs in search of more space and a slower-paced life. But the cookie-cutter houses and strip malls aren’t everyone’s cup of tea. Luckily, there are smaller cities that will give you everything you could want in a small town, like walkability, quaint downtown areas, and a friendly know-your-neighbor vibe—all alongside the culture, architecture, and nightlife you may find in a big city ....
6 Classic Game Shows You Completely Forgot <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/08/barker-main-e1693406998419.jpg?quality=82&strip=1&resize=640%2C360" onerror=“this.onerror=null;this.src=‘https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhe7F7TRXHtjiKvHb5vS7DmnxvpHiDyoYyYvm1nHB3Qp2_w3BnM6A2eq4v7FYxCC9bfZt3a9vIMtAYEKUiaDQbHMg-ViyGmRIj39MLp0bGFfgfYw1Dc9q_H-T0wiTm3l0Uq42dETrN9eC8aGJ9_IORZsxST1AcLR7np1koOfcc7tnHa4S8Mwz_xD9d0=s16000';" alt=“Bob Barker holding prop in a publicity photo for “Truth or Consequences” - 1”> FPG/Getty Images The most popular game shows of today have been around for decades. Wheel of Fortune debuted in 1975, while Jeopardy! is even older, dating back to 1964. The Price Is Right got its start way back in 1956, meaning that it’s been on the air for 67 years....
6 Kitchen-Cleaning Mistakes That Could Put Your Health at Risk, According to Experts Africa Studio / Shutterstock They say the kitchen is the heart of a home. It’s where people tend to congregate during parties (no matter how cramped it is), and it’s likely where you spend a good chunk of your day—whether you’re filling up your water bottle , staring into the fridge looking for a satisfying snack , or making dinner....
6 Places Mice Love to Hide in Your Basement Shutterstock In many ways, your basement is a place where you’d expect to stash and hide away things of your own. Usually, this includes storage boxes, unused furniture, exercise equipment, or seasonal clothing that’s not being used. But because of where it’s situated, your lowest level can also be hiding unwanted animal and insect visitors from the outside world, including pests such as rodents....
6 Reasons You Feel Tired But Can’t Fall Asleep, According to Doctors fizkes / Shutterstock It’s a common misconception that if you feel tired, you should be able to fall asleep. But as anyone who’s struggled with insomnia knows, feeling tired as you toss and turn at night is exceedingly common—and it’s exactly what makes insomnia so excruciating. Nilong Vyas , MD, the pediatrician and sleep expert behind the website Sleepless in NOLA and a Medical Review Expert at SleepFoundation....
6 Surprising Ginkgo Biloba Benefits, According to Doctors Shutterstock Ginkgo biloba is one of the oldest surviving tree species in the world, having changed very little over its 200 million-year history. A popular ingredient in Chinese medicine that’s typically regarded as safe to consume in moderation, ginkgo biloba benefits range from brain health to vascular health. Despite its ancient roots, research has only begun to formally explore the supplement’s potential benefits....
6 Times You Should Never Tip in Cash, Experts Say lunopark / Shutterstock You may assume that your restaurant server, bartender, or taxi driver prefers a cash tip—it goes right into their pocket, after all. But in some instances, this is not the case. In the digital age, etiquette rules around tipping are changing, with nail salons accepting Venmo tips, fine dining establishments including the gratuity in your bill, and paper trails becoming more important....
6 Tips for Reducing Puffy Eyes If You’re Over 60, According to Experts Shutterstock As you age, you may begin to notice signs of wear and tear on your skin. Embracing these changes as normal, healthy, and beautiful can help you enter your senior years with a greater sense of confidence and freedom. However, that doesn’t mean that going completely au naturale is your only option, especially when it comes to one sign of aging in particular: Puffy eyes....
7 AutoZone Finds That Make Great Last-Minute Gifts Shutterstock Get the zone…the holiday zone at AutoZone this season. It’s about that time when the last minute shoppers start scrambling for ideas to grab, wrap quickly, and slide it under the tree. Even if you’re a fan of last minute deals and holiday shopping at the 11th hour, that doesn’t mean you want the gift to feel rushed or impersonal. There are still plenty of great last minute gifts to buy your loved ones this season....
7 Best Brain-Boosting Crosswords You Can Play Online for Free OpturaDesign / Shutterstock Whether you’re looking to boost your memory, hone your problem-solving skills, or expand your vocabulary , doing a daily crossword puzzle is the perfect pastime for keeping your mind sharp. Many online crossword puzzles come with the added benefit of being free of charge, so you can enjoy them at any time at your own convenience. If you’re not sure where to turn for a puzzle without a paywall, we’ve got you covered....
7 Best New Costco Kitchen Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock ‘Tis the season to make sure your kitchen is properly equipped with all the gadgets and tools needed to get you through the holiday season. Whether you are an amateur cook or a near-professional, Costco is a great place to shop for all of your needs. From chef-worthy knife sets and nonstick pots and pans to gadgets that will up your cooking game, there are so many new arrivals and items on sale at the warehouse and online....
7 Best New T.J. Maxx Halloween Decor Items Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock There is some debate about when it is appropriate to start decorating your home for Halloween . According to my daughter, it is Labor Day weekend. I tend to believe it is more like October 1st. We came to a compromise: She can start decorating the inside of our home now, but we are waiting until the end of the month to begin spooking up our front yard....
7 Best Nike Early Black Friday Sales Starting This Week Shutterstock The swoosh is always in style, but it’ll usually set you back. Not as much today, now that the early Black Friday Nike sales have officially kicked off. We prioritized fly kicks—because that’s the whole point of Nike—but we included a few solid activewear picks, too. Those are toward the bottom of the list. “OMG shoes” to the front. And if you’re strictly here for trainers, we start with those right up top....
7 Best Tips to Rodent-Proof Your House for Fall iStock / Liudmila Chernetska The first signs of fall usually signal when we start winding down time spent outdoors and begin to move back inside. But as the weather starts to get colder, people aren’t the ones looking to stay warm: Rodents and pests are also still active and on the hunt for a place to get cozy. If you’d like to keep common problem areas like your basement , attic, and kitchen mouse- and rat-free this autumn, there are a few simple ways to keep them out....
7 Dollar Tree Items Shoppers Are Buying in the Final Week Before Christmas Shutterstock There is just a week left until Christmas, and your Dollar Tree is swarming with customers. There are so many items flying off the shelves in the final week leading up to the holidays. What is everyone buying right now? In addition to last-minute decorations, gifts, and food, everything needed to wrap presents is a hot commodity at the discount store....
7 Most Instagrammable Cities on the East Coast iStock It’d be a lie to say picturesque views don’t play a heavy hand in travel planning . After all, your first introduction to a potential vacation spot is typically some sort of visual, like an Instagram post, a movie scene, or maybe even a TikTok video. If a destination boasts stunning vistas, oceanic views, or a panoramic skyline, you may be more inclined to visit over somewhere that’s not as Instagrammable....
7 Picture-Perfect Small Towns That Feel Like a Summer Postcard Shutterstock Some small towns feel like magic in the wintertime, with snow-tipped evergreens and cute Christmas markets . Others come alive once the weather starts warming up. Think fragrant, beautiful blossoms that send their scents wafting through the air, winding rivers or lakes that beckon you to splash around, and a bevy of activities for the whole family, ranging from picturesque farmers’ markets to outdoor concerts....
7 Simple Changes That Will Instantly Improve Your Diet iStock What we eat affects our appearance, health, wellness, and happiness in a myriad of ways—this includes healthy aging, mental wellbeing, immune health, and so much more. “There is no one diet, no diet pill and no surgery that lets people eat whatever they want and still expect weight loss and improved health,” registered dietician Janelle Hodovic tells UnityPoint Health . “Maintaining a healthy diet and exercise program will be what is needed to achieve those goals....
8 Best Cruises for Singles Looking for Romance BraunS/iStock Arguably, one of the best parts of solo travel is that it opens you up to meeting new people. And if you’re single and looking to mingle, cruises can be one of the best ways to see the world while making new connections. From time chatting by the pool with your fellow passengers to sitting down to dinner with new friends, cruising can make for an affordable (and social!...
