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Choosing to Simplify

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 11:00:41 +0000

What are you willing to give up? In today’s economy, many people are looking for ways to trim the budget. Senior editor Claire talks about different perspectives on cutting back.

Learn to manage your time better with our free online interactive life lesson “Time Management“!

Are you ready to “simplify your life”? If so, what is one thing that you wouldn’t be willing to give up?

A Few Good Reads

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:51:04 +0000

What are you in the mood for? Whether you’re looking for a little mystery, some inspiration, something thought provoking, or maybe even a good laugh – chances are there is a book waiting to take you there. Don’t know which book to pick? Senior Editor Claire talks with Nicole about a few of their latest favorites.

Still looking for more? Check out the New York Times Best Seller list, or the Modern Library 100 Best list.

You’ve read the classics, have you read the first book that came off the Gutenburg press? Why should you read a 2000 year old book?

Free Speech (& world peace!)

Wed, 13 May 2009 14:43:07 +0000

There has been plenty of controversy surrounding Miss California Carrie Prejean in the past few weeks. Her comments on gay marriage at the recent Miss USA pageant incensed judge Perez Hilton, leading to a battle of words in the media. Is there an appropriate time and place for exercising free speech? Should Prejean be stripped of her title because of her comments?

Do you think Prejean should loose her title or be rewarded for speaking out? We want to hear from you.

More:
A pageant for Catholic nuns? True story.
Safeguarding marriage

The Future of Social Networking

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 12:00:33 +0000

With today’s instant updates of Twitter and Facebook, we are able to communicate with each other in minutes and seconds, a far cry from the olden days of waiting days and weeks for mail to arrive. How could our seemingly insatiable need to know what others are doing right this minute change the future of social networking?

Are you on Facebook or Twitter? Where do you draw the line when it comes to privacy on the internet?

There’s More:

Seeking real connection in a virtual world
On the blog: Technology you can’t live without

Celebrating Love

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 16:00:03 +0000

Just the mention of Valentine’s Day brings on stress for many. It could be the pressure of finding just the right romantic thing to do for your significant other, or the stigma of being single on what is viewed as a ‘couples’ holiday. Claire and friends chat about what this day means to them, and how a celebration of love doesn’t have to be limited to couples or a specific day.

Obama and Technology

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 22:53:13 +0000

President Obama brings the government into the 21st century.

A Meaningful Christmas

Tue, 02 Dec 2008 10:00:52 +0000

For many of us this year’s Christmas budget will be a little tighter than last year, but that doesn’t mean you have to downsize the holiday. The key to a great Christmas in any economy lies in choosing the moments you want to focus your time and resources on.

Budget expert Gary Foreman’s Gift Buying Guide
How to start a family tradition

If you have concerns about the coming season, we want to hear from you. Send an us an email and one of our mentors will get back to you. (It’s even easier than writing to Santa Claus.)

Obama Wins the Heart of a Nation

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 22:57:10 +0000

Whether you voted for him or not, it was hard to ignore the raw emotion that accompanied Barack Obama’s win on November 4th. If you have your own story of that historic night, leave us a comment.

The Economy is Down; Stress is Up

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 17:10:36 +0000

Keep reading:

Finding peace in turbulent times
How to fight stress and win

If you are stressed by the state of the economy and would like someone to talk to, we’d love to hear from you. In the chatroom this month we’re talking about starting over and overcoming what confines us. Check out the full chat schedule for details and times.

Is the Presidential Campaign Too Long?

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:52:59 +0000

After almost two years of campaigning we are (finally) less than two months away from the Presidential election. In Canada, their entire campaign and election will take place in less time than that. How long does it take to pick a President? Is two years too long?

More election issues:
Economy: Home foreclosure’s emotional toll
Environment: 7 Ways to go green