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The Best Color to Wear With Your Birthstone, According to Stylists Karramba Production/Shutterstock “Whether you believe in astrology or not, there’s something magical about birthstones,” says Elizabeth Kosich , a certified image stylist and the founder of Elizabeth Kosich Styling . She explains that their origins began in the first century with philosophers drawing a connection between the Book of Exodus 12 stones, the 12 months, and their zodiac signs. Then, in 1870, Tiffany & Co....

The Best Place to Retire Is “One of the Most Tax-Friendly Cities,” New Study Says <img loading=“lazy” src=“https://bestlifeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/06/2669168216_3088_featured.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=“The Best Place to Retire Is “One of the Most Tax-Friendly Cities,” New Study Says - 1”> iStock There’s a lot of planning that goes into retirement, especially when it comes to figuring out ways to save and how much you should be tucking away. But outside of the financial details, where you choose to spend your post-professional life can also be an essential consideration....

The City You Should Retire In, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Perfect Wave/Shutterstock Whether you’re downsizing or looking for a new adventure , retirement is a great time to reassess what kind of lifestyle best suits you. Perhaps you want to seclude yourself in the mountains, or maybe you want nothing more than a sunny beach. Or, you could be ready to head abroad and start an entirely new chapter. However, if you’re uncertain which location is best, your horoscope may be able to help....

The Easy and Effective Diet Tweak That Helps You Live Longer Shutterstock Though we tend to think of diets as tools used to manipulate weight , the implications of what you eat go far deeper than that, influencing your risk of chronic disease, premature aging, and even mortality. Now, a new study says there’s a relatively minor diet tweak you can make that can overhaul your health and help you live longer....

The First Things Someone Notices About You on a Date, According to Experts Rawpixel.com / Shutterstock If you’re taking the time to go on a date, it’s probably safe to say you’re hoping to make a good impression . You probably wash your hair, put on a nice outfit, and offer a handshake when your date walks into the room. But there’s a lot more that people pick up on when you go on a date, from certain aspects of your physical appearance to your body language to your communication style....

The Happiest States in the U.S. Work Less and Love More, New Data Shows DisobeyArt / Shutterstock Every state is associated with certain stereotypes: New Yorkers are always rushing; Georgians are polite; Californians are laid-back. But what about the things we can’t see? The most anxious states , for example. Uncovering these trends takes research and a more nuanced look at lifestyle. And that’s exactly what the researchers at WalletHub used to arrive at their list of the happiest states in the U....

The Most Charming Myers-Briggs Personality Types, Experts Say Roman Samborskyi / Shutterstock We all have someone in our lives who we would consider particularly charming . This person may be a smooth talker, communicate well with others, or be able to turn it on at a moment’s notice. And while it may be easy to spot a charmer, did you know that there are certain personality types who are more likely to display this trait?...

The Most Demanding Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers fizkes / Shutterstock Veruca Salt from Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory may be the poster child for making unreasonable, hard-to-meet, requests—and requests are putting it lightly. She embodies drama and can be challenging to be around . You probably have people in your life who are just like her. If they don’t get what they want, when they want it, they’ll lose their cool....

The Most Intellectual Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Shutterstock You know an intellect when you see one. As soon as they walk into a room, they’re instantly curious about what’s going on—whether they’re at an art gallery , a library, or the break room at the office. During their times of leisure, they often have their head in a book or are working on an intricate side project. When you talk to them, their intelligence is obvious....

The Most Mocked Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Koldunov / Shutterstock Most of us don’t want to be unkind to others, but sometimes we can’t help ourselves from laughing at someone else’s expense. Maybe your friend can’t correctly pronounce “nuclear” no matter how hard they try. Perhaps your aunt is completely oblivious to the fact that she doesn’t let anyone else get a word in. Or it could be that your coworker has no idea they’re bragging when they talk about their multiple degrees and million-dollar homes....

The Most Vindictive Zodiac Sign, According to Astrologers Nicoleta Ionescu/Shutterstock Taylor Swift says, “Don’t get sad, get even,” in one of her recent songs, and while some people are willing to turn the other cheek when they’ve been wronged, others take these lyrics to heart. Before you can even utter an apology or an explanation, they’ll be plotting how to get back at you. When it comes to taking the high road, these folks want no part—and it could be related to their horoscope....

The No. 1 Habit Experts Say Can Prevent Back Pain iStock According to the CDC , 39% of Americans had back pain in 2019. According to the agency’s data brief, people responded from a little, a lot, and somewhere in between to the question, “Over the past 3 months, how much have you been bothered by back pain?” Back pain is clearly a common issue. “Most people with back pain tend to blame it on one thing they did or didn’t do,” physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist Sheila Dugan, MD , tells Rush University Medical Center....

The No. 1 Way to Keep Snakes From Getting in Through Your Shower eanstudio / Shutterstock You’ve no doubt heard the horror stories. Someone lifts a toilet lid , and boom, there’s a snake. But snakes also like to get into your house through another, almost scarier part of your bathroom: the shower. Yes, it’s a rare occurrence, but it happens. Considering that snake bites are seriously painful—sometimes downright dangerous —running into one in your home is less than ideal....

The Pros and Cons of Friends With Benefits, According to Relationship Experts Dragana Gordic / Shutterstock There are a few reasons you might be interested in a friends-with-benefits relationship. Maybe, the relationship setup was suggested to you by an existing or potential friend, or perhaps you’re the one recommending it to someone in your life. Regardless of why you’re researching the arrangement, there are a few things relationship experts want you to know....

The Real Reason Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling Won’t Ever Walk a Red Carpet Together Again Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images They’ve been together for 12 years and are both Hollywood stars, but you’ll have a hard time finding many pictures of Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes posing together. The two started their relationship around the time that they co-starred in the 2012 thriller The Place Beyond the Pines . And while they walked the red carpet together to promote the film, they haven’t done it again in the years since....

The Salad You Should Order, Based on Your Zodiac Sign iStock If you’re looking for a healthier lunch option, salad is usually the way to go. But eating the same boring bowl of greens every day can quickly get old. Why not add some excitement back to your midday meal and let your horoscope decide your next go-to order? Whether you like your dressing on the side or you like to pile on the toppings, there’s an astrological salad match out there for you....

The Snack You Should Eat, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Moyo Studio / iStock From late-night fridge raids to road trip fuel, sometimes you need a little snack to keep you going. But we’ve all been in that situation where we can’t decide what we want —salty chips, savory nuts, sweet cookies? That’s why we asked Best Life’s resident astrologer to determine the snack you should eat, based on your zodiac sign....

The Type of Chocolate You Should Eat, Based on Your Zodiac Sign Albertem / iStock When your sweet tooth starts talking, sometimes the only thing that’ll quiet it down is some chocolate. Of course, you can grab a good, old-fashioned Hershey’s bar, but there are so many other decadent delights out there—which makes it hard to pick just one. That’s why decided to look to the stars for guidance. Ahead, astrologers share the type of chocolate you should eat (or drink!...

The Zodiac Sign Most Afraid of Commitment, According to Astrologers Dmytro Zinkevych / Shutterstock If you’ve dated a lot , you know that different people have wildly different approaches to commitment. Some folks are willing to move in with someone after just a month, while others take years to define the relationship. There’s also a group of people who hate the idea of commitment entirely, fearing a loss of independence or feelings of possession....

These Are the 10 Cheapest Grocery Stores in America—Ranked by Savings iStock Inflation may be down but the cost of living is still sky-high, especially when it comes to grocery bills. “Within the last few years, 80% of Americans say they’ve felt a notable increase in the cost of groceries,” says Credit Karma. “Food inflation has proven to be sticky over the past few years with grocery prices up 25% since the start of the pandemic....