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How to Live On $0 a Day: Saving a Cherished American Holiday

Lesley Stern | Posted 11.23.2009 | Comedy

Read More: Depression, Lifestyle, America, Humor, Thanksgiving, Autumn, Bankers, Recession, Thanksgiving Recipes, Advice, History, Wall Street, Citibank, Pilgrims, Financial Crisis, Living, Comedy, Thanksgiving Tips, Comedy News

Ask your neighbors over for a potluck Thanksgiving feast, just like the Pilgrims invited the Native Americans. Once you've enjoyed their delicious offerings, kill them and steal their possessions and property.

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Kick-Ass Advice To Deal With Life's Crap!

Debbie Robins | Posted 11.19.2009 | Books

Read More: Poor Decisions, Road Rage, Driving, Advice, New Books, Shovel It!, Books, What If, Kick Ass Advice, Annoyances, Books News

You can add these techniques to your coping repertoire if you have one, or use them as a jumping-off place to build your own survival kit for when the crap hits the fan.

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Paul Krugman: China, Climate Change

Alison van Diggelen | Posted 11.18.2009 | Politics

Read More: Krugman, Obama, Interview, Advice, Climate Change, China, Fresh Dialogues, Cap and Trade, Carbon Tax, Global Warming, Politics News

"Climate change is the mother of all externalities ... left without any government intervention, we're going to par-boil the planet," says Krugman.

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The Rules Redux: How To Be Engaged By Christmas

Jag Carrao | Posted 11.16.2009 | Style

What does the girl who’s been happily dating her boyfriend for several months really want for Christmas this year? An engagement ring. &n...

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Adultery And Christmas Gift Dilemmas

Iris Erlingsdottir | Posted 11.16.2009 | Living

Read More: Marriage, Affairs, Adultery, Giving, Advice, Christmas Gifts, Christmas, Relationships, Living News

I've been happily married for 15 years to my husband with whom I have two daughters. The problem is that although I love my husband, he is a rather "boring" guy, whereas I'm the type who needs more excitement.

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Can a Friendship Fall Apart Over a Small Slight?

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 11.14.2009 | Living

What seems like a minor slight to one friend can be blown out of proportion by another. It's always uncomfortable when there is a schism between two close friends, especially if they work together.

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How to Live on $0 a Day: Assuaging Rage, One Prick at a Time

Lesley Stern | Posted 11.12.2009 | Comedy

Read More: George Bush, Citi, Insurance Companies, Justice, Hank Paulson, John Boehner, Real Housewives, Washington, Economy, Ben Bernake, Bailouts, Larry Summers, Psychology, Balloon Boy Dad, Humor, John Edward, Sarah Palin, Self-Help, Dick Cheney, Comedy, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, Comcast, AT&T, Dr. Phil, Ken Lewis, Bill Kristol, Joe Jackson, Satire, Rupert Murdoch, Financial Crisis, Aetna, Jamie Dimond, Bernie Madoff, Rage, Lloyd Blankfein, Netanyahu, Depression, Chase, Mental Health, Rush Limbaugh, Carrie Prejean, Bin Laden, Recession, Advice, Jim Cramer, Vikram Pandit, Anger, Michele Bachmann, Wall Street, Tim Geithner, Glenn Beck, Joe Lieberman, Kim Zolciak, Shadegg, Ahmadinajad, Crooks and Liars, Disney, Comedy News

If you're quivering with rage just thinking about Wall Street, it's time to take action. I've discovered a way to achieve a semblance of inner peace without therapists, tranquilizers or weapons.

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Giving Thanks: 7 Ways To Teach Kids

Jeana Lee Tahnk | Posted 11.11.2009 | Living

Read More: The Balanced Life, Volunteering, Kids, Teaching Gratitude, Thanksgiving, Parenting, Advice, Gratitude, Living News

Study after study has shown that people who practice grateful thinking are healthier, happier and more content with their lives than those who don't.

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The Rules Redux: 4 Mind Games Men Play

Jag Carrao | Posted 11.13.2009 | Style

Read More: Relationship Mistakes, Relationship Coach, Internet Dating, Dating Mistakes, Advice, Jag Carrao, Style News, Dating Coach, The Rules, Dating, The Rules Redux, Dating Online, Red Flags, Online Dating, Relationships, Online Dating Sites, Style News

Men are masters of game playing in relationships. Here are the four most frequent ones I see.

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A Black Hole Ate My Resume!

Liz Ryan | Posted 11.04.2009 | Living

Read More: Resume, Liz Ryan, Career, Job Search, Advice, Interview, Hr, Job Hunt, Living News

Look, I said, that's what those Black Holes are made for. They're designed to eat resumes the way prom-goers suck down calamari at the Olive Garden.

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Why That Guy Doug Got the Job

Liz Ryan | Posted 10.30.2009 | Business

Read More: Liz Ryan, Career, Job Search, Advice, Interview, Business News

My friend Mollie called and she was mad, mad, mad. You won't even believe this, she said. I've been waiting for this job interview for two weeks, and ...

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Weasling Out of a Job Reference

Liz Ryan | Posted 10.29.2009 | Business

Read More: Liz Ryan, Reference, Career, Job Search, Advice, Job Hunt, Business News

A lady called me on the phone and said "Help!"What's up? I asked. This guy who used to work for me, she said, he's using me as a reference. I don't wa...

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When a friend wants more than friendship

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 10.28.2009 | Living

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It's not unusual for platonic relationships to turn into something different or something more. Whenever this happens, regardless of gender, it can le...

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How To Live On $0 A Day: Rediscover the Childlike Joy of Halloween (Get Free Stuff)

Lesley Stern | Posted 10.26.2009 | Comedy

Read More: Candy, Food Pyramid, Depression, Middle Class, Economic Crisis, Halloween, Tricks, Recession, Advice, Financial Advice, Pharmaceutical Industry, Free Stuff, Treats, Satire, Trick-or-Treating, Nutrition, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Financial Crisis, Comedy, Economy, Milk Chocolate, Humor, Halloween Candy, Nuts, Raisins, Budget, Living, Thanksgiving, Comedy News

Halloween traditionally marks the end of the harvest season when people begin storing necessities for the long, lean months ahead. Which is exactly the way you should be looking at it now.

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Balanced Life: Excellent Tips For Living That My Parents Gave Me

Gretchen Rubin | Posted 10.23.2009 | Living

Read More: Psychology, Relationships, Work, Exercise, Advice, Parents, Happiness, Living News

Sometimes you don't have to go very far or do much research to get advice on how to be happier. Here are some excellent tips for living my parents gave me.

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The Rules Redux: Five Dating Mistakes Women Make...And How You Can Avoid/Undo Them

Jag Carrao | Posted 11.13.2009 | Style

Read More: Style News, The Rules, Dating Online, Relationships, The Rules Redux, Red Flags, Dating Coach, Dating Mistakes, Dating, Online Dating, Jag Carrao, Online Dating Sites, Relationship Coach, Internet Dating, Relationship Mistakes, Advice, Style News

Most often, dating doozies result from failure to recognize -- or simply accept -- the different ways men and women approach relationships.

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Are You Having A Quarterlife Crisis?

Christine Hassler | Posted 10.21.2009 | Living

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I woke up one day in a cold sweat and found myself in the midst of my own quarterlife crisis. The good news is that I survived it.

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Can I Catch My Friend Before She Jumps Off a Cliff (Again?)

Dr. Irene S. Levine | Posted 10.20.2009 | Living

Read More: Decisions, Friendship, Friend, Friendship Expert, Friendship Doctor, Judgement, Living News, Relationships, Female, Advice, Living, Breaking News, Living News

"It frustrates me when friends ask for advice, then do the opposite of what I tell them and want me to feel sorry for them from the consequences," writes Liza.

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How to Live on $0 a Day: Financial Doldrums Got You Down? Look on the Bright Side

Lesley Stern | Posted 10.10.2009 | Comedy

Read More: Depression, Humor, Glasses, Economy, Cut-Backs, AT&T, Economic Crisis, Jobs, Credit Cards, Recession, Home, Advice, Yogurt, Silver Lining, Cut Backs, Electricity, Satire, Financial Crisis, Food, Foreclosure, Dolce and Gabbana, Teeth, Health Care, Comedy, Phone Service, Comedy News

Pre-stirred yogurt: This was one of the first costly luxuries I gave up. Yes, it's exhausting having to actually stir the yogurt flavoring, but it's a great way to combine breakfast and exercise.

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How To Live On $0 A Day: Etiquette Advice For Those Who've Lost Everything But Their Manners

Lesley Stern | Posted 10.02.2009 | Comedy

Read More: Miss Manners, Depression, Social Life, Economic Crisis, Economy, Etiquette, Financial Meltdown, Recession, Advice, Financial Advice, Good Manners, Humor, Satire, Living, Comedy News, Comedy, Comedy News

Dear Dinner Companion, Your friend is right. Never cheapen yourself by sleeping with a guy for a hamburger.

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How To Live On $0 A Day: This Could Be the Best Health Care Reform Plan You're Gonna Get

Lesley Stern | Posted 11.24.2009 | Comedy

Sex is also a good, inexpensive form of exercise that doesn't require getting out of bed (although it may compel you to leave the fetal position). This will require a partner since batteries are costly.

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How To Handle Divorcing Parents When You're An Adult

Christine Hassler | Posted 11.22.2009 | Living

Read More: Twenty Something, The Balanced Life, Divorce, Advice, Parents, Divorced Parents, Living News

No matter how old you are the divorce of your parents is difficult, so allow yourself to feel whatever you are feeling. You may chronologically be an adult but this may trigger very childlike feelings and memories.

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Sheryl Crow: Life After Breast Cancer, Motherhood

health.com | Posted 11.18.2009 | Living

Read More: Sheryl Crow, Sheryl Crow Youtube, Tuesday Night Music Club, Health, Breast Cancer, Cancer, Celebrity, Wellness, Advice, Living News

Sheryl Crow is one of music's biggest talents, but you'd never know it talking to her. The mom of 2-year-old Wyatt is more likely to chat about mother...

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How To Live On $0 A Day: Finding Your Next Set Of Wheels

Lesley Stern | Posted 11.17.2009 | Comedy

Read More: Depression, Shopping Carts, Humor, Economic Crisis, Satire, Economy, Cash for Clunkers, Financial Crisis, Recession, Financial Meltdown, Comedy, Transportation, Advice, Financial Advice, Comedy News

Costco shopping carts Costco carts are humongous and totally lacking in style. But that's part of their charm. In fact, it's the only part of their charm.

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Just Listen to Mark Goulston

Keith Ferrazzi | Posted 11.16.2009 | Living

Read More: Authors, Lifestyle, Relationship Advice, Keith-Ferrazzi, How to Listen, Keith Ferrazzi, Career Advice, Mark Goulston, Business, Just Listen, Advice, Living News

After watching Mark Goulston work, I can tell you why everyone from the FBI to Oprah pays attention when he talks about reaching people: his techniques, simple as they sound, really work.

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