How Do You Find Your Purpose When You Don’t Know What It Is?

Libraries and bookstores have always been places of solace for me. These are the places I would run to when I was looking for a moment of peace from my life. Surrounded by books, I could get lost in whatever world I wanted. A place of ideas where I could be myself, free of judgment,…

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Happy (belated) Diwali!

Diwali was one of my favorite holidays growing up (and still is!). The opportunity to carry on tradition and create an inviting atmosphere for others has always been something I look forward to as it gets to this time of year. Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated every year in autumn in the northern hemisphere (spring…

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The 10 Best Places to Shop for Home Decor Online

We are in the age of online shopping. I’m sure there are some of us that can’t even remember the last time we went to a brick-and-mortar store to pick up some home decor or furniture pieces! It’s just SO much easier to have it delivered to your door (and I mean, free shipping, am…

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Back to School

Can you believe it? Summer sixteen is closing out already and it feels like spring semester finals were just yesterday. You’re totally ready to see your friends, but unprepared for the headache of packing, school work and those crazy kids in your student orgs. Here are some tips to keep your cool this year while…

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Work Hard, Play Smart, Live Often

The Muse sends out a newsletter every Sunday, highlighting various articles that can help us work hard, live smart and play often.  I used to peruse the articles sometimes, but for the most part, I was rather skeptical of the advice they had to offer.  However, this past week, I have been having a quarter…

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9 Ways to Fight Nerves

Nerves can be a good thing. They keep you on your toes and fine-tune your focus. But, more often than not, they can be overwhelming. Whether you’re anxious about a big presentation before Spring Break, a meeting with potential clients, or a performance review with your boss, there are helpful proven ways to silence your…

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