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It’s tough to be a teen.
Teenage acne is on the rise. More than 85% of teens now suffer from breakouts, a steep rise from just a generation ago.
It’s ironic—and unfortunate—that this increase coincided with the age of social media and smartphones. [Read more…] about 6 Sneaky Tricks to Prevent Spots Before They Start
True confession:
I read a lot of men’s dating advice.
It’s all part of the job. I need to know what men are telling other men about how to date women. [Read more…] about Who’s to Blame for the Fact You’re Still Single?
I am not a fan of the 3-second rule.
If food falls on the floor, it’s dirty. It doesn’t matter whether it lies there 3 seconds or a fraction of a second. The instant food touches a dirty surface, it’s a goner. Into the trash bin it goes.
But that’s just me. [Read more…] about Should You Let Your Kid Eat Dirt? Allergy Protection for Kids
Dating is like politics:
The whole system is seriously messed up.
It’s not like there are no great candidates out there. Lots of amazing people with amazing visions are looking for support. [Read more…] about Why You Should Never Hustle for Love
When you think of the word ecstasy, what do you think of?
Sex?
Illicit drugs?
Religious rapture? [Read more…] about The Hunt for Ecstasy
Brianna Wu just wanted to make good games.
She co-founded the indie game development studio Giant Spacekat in 2010 with the mission of creating “stories for everyone.”
“I wanted to bring something to market where the women were the heroes, not an afterthought,” she explained. [Read more…] about #BrilliantBabe: Game Developer Brianna Wu
You’re feeling low, so you go for a walk in the park.
Thirty minutes later, you’re feeling strangely better.
Or maybe it’s not so strange. Your ancestors knew the benefits of time spent in nature. [Read more…] about Try a Dose of Nature to Cure What Ails You
He’s asked you to stay for one more drink, and you know what that means. You’re not ready. What do you say?
Your boss has asked you to stay late to finish the project. You have a get-together with the girls scheduled for tonight. You’ve been looking forward to it all week. What do you say?
[Read more…] about ‘No’ is a Mean Word
Stella doesn’t sit next to elderly ladies on the bus anymore.
“I like older people. Don’t get me wrong,” she says. “But it’s the perfume. I can’t risk it.”
For those who are sensitive to fragrances, sitting next to someone wearing perfume can be unbearable. [Read more…] about The Hunt for Unscented Beauty Products
We all know the stereotype.
Man hits middle age, buys a sports car, has an affair with a twenty-something bimbo.
It’s a male privilege. Men hit a certain age, and they’re expected to go a little wild. [Read more…] about Do Women Have Midlife Crises?
After my daughter was born, I didn’t care if I ever had sex again.
Sleepless nights. Healing stitches. Decidedly unsexy sweatpants.
The ultimate in sensual pleasure was not a massage by my beloved, but a long hot shower uninterrupted by wailing. [Read more…] about Being a Good Wife & Mother Can Kill Your Sex Life
“Every time I date, I remember why I don’t date,” Karlie says. “It’s so stressful. I’d rather be home curled up on my sofa relaxing.”
Mira had a different reason. “I don’t want to get hurt. Relationships are so sticky. You’ve got to take on someone else’s problems. I’d rather just focus on my own life right now.” [Read more…] about Why Men Disappear & No One’s Getting Married
Our teens are in trouble.
Mental health issues are skyrocketing, including attempted suicides.
More and more high school and college students are seeking counseling for anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. [Read more…] about The Hidden Danger of Smartphones: 3 Ways to Help Your Teen
Every once in a while, someone comes along who can’t be real.
Like Susan Boyle, whose audition for Britain’s Got Talent broke the internet at over 100 million views in 10 days.
The most incredible performances come from those we dismiss outright. [Read more…] about #BrilliantBabe: World’s Oldest Yoga Teacher Täo Porchon-Lynch
As a teen who hated my weight, I was more into low-calorie food than healthy food.
Unfortunately, they were usually one and the same.
So I ate healthy to lose weight, but that was the ONLY reason. [Read more…] about 5 Superfoods That Will Knock That Multivitamin Off Your Shelf
