Retirement is a rite of passage many workers look forward to, and it’s easy to see why. After spending decades of their adult lives in the workforce, no longer having to work is a nice reward and a celebratory occasion. What may be unknown are the things retirees won’t (or shouldn’t) have to deal with after retirement. Some of these things will be missed, and others won’t, but if retiring is in your plans, it’s best to prepare for these changes. 1. Work Responsibilities Credit: Depositphotos This is an obvious one, but many things fall into this category. Saying... Continue Reading
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Most people love to travel, but not if it means constantly competing with social media influencers who are ruining everything about the place they’re visiting! As more locations worldwide become more popular with Generation Z, it’s difficult for everyday travelers to see certain sights. Recently, experienced travelers met in an online discussion to reveal their favorite travel spots they now must avoid. 1. Chiang Mai, Thailand Image Credit: Shutterstock. Thailand has always been popular with younger travelers, but the influx of influencers has gotten out of hand recently. “Chiang... Continue Reading
At any wedding, it’s essential to make guests feel special. Even though it’s ultimately about the bride and groom, many guests report they love it when receptions are as engaging as possible. When planning a frugal wedding, making every guest feel special can seem impossible since money is so tight. Fortunately, men and women recently met in an online discussion to reveal ways to make everyone feel special at frugal weddings! 1. Handwritten Thank You Cards at Each Seat Image Credit: Shutterstock. Brace yourselves, people. Leaving a handwritten thank you card at each seat at your wedding... Continue Reading
Believe it or not, traveling on a budget is feasible if you stick to the budget. A popular internet forum asked its user how to travel without spending a fortune. Here is what they had to say. 1. Flying is the Expensive Part Image Credit: Shutterstock. Thailand is an excellent example of a pricey flight and an inexpensive way of living. One user on this thread said accommodations cost $5 a night for a nice hotel and $3-$5 per meal. That boils down to around $20 a day for a luxurious visit—however, flights from the U.S. to Thailand range from $1,000 to $2,000. 2. Food is Cheaper Credit: Depositphotos Food... Continue Reading
Does anyone else groan at the rising price of strawberries in grocery stores? What about those eggs? As inflation increases, grocery bills unveil added layers of distress. But are these expensive grocery trips available? Can you survive on a food budget of $100 a month? Here is how ten people responded. 1. Food Banks Image Credit: Shutterstock. Food banks specialize in donating quality food to individuals who don’t have the means to purchase all their food or those who need some assistance with meal ingredients. Loads of users reported visiting food banks in combination with trips to the... Continue Reading
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BackgroundFall is here and alas, the season of added sugars is upon us. From trick-or-treating on Halloween to Thanksgiving to holiday baking and New Year’s celebrations, it is important to know about the holiday sugar rush and its potential impact on the health of your brain. It’s commonly advised for many Americans to reduce their intake of added sugars. While the general recommendation on added sugar per day varies for adult men (9 teaspoons) and women (6 teaspoons), the average American is consuming 17-20 teaspoons! Americans’ sugar consumption is increasing year after year, and... Continue Reading