captionTKKTK Ashley Archambault My parents died before they could retire, which has made me value the present day over the future. My husband, on the other hand, has been saving since high school and ...
Michela Allocca is the founder of Break Your Budget. Courtesy of Michela Allocca Michela Allocca grew Break Your Budget into a top personal finance brand on social media. She quadrupled her income by ...
Olympic gold medallist Katie Ledecky fuels for 4-hour training days with veggie omelets and protein-packed dinners. Eggland's Best Katie Ledecky typically trains for 4 hours a day, split into a mornin...
Luisa Zhou's parents taught her the importance of working hard. Courtesy of Luisa Zhou Luisa Zhou's immigrant parents taught her to work hard and seek security. She ran out of paid time off after help...
WNBA star Cameron Brink said getting enough protein and carbs has been key to building muscle and staying fueled for games. Meg Oliphant/Getty Images LA Sparks athlete Cameron Brink said she's lifting...
Patti Smith says growing older has made her more aware of how much time she has left. Noam Galai/Getty Images for The Gordon Parks Foundation Patti Smith, 79, says aging has made her more determined t...
My husband and I sold our house and spent a year traveling. Jason Prokowiew After my husband was laid off from his tech job, we decided to sell our house and travel for a year. During our time abroad,...
As someone who lived there for a year, I know what to pack for a trip to Ireland. Hannah Kennedy As an American who spent a year living in Ireland , I've created a great packing list for visitors. To ...
Rick Havacko. Courtesy of Rick Havacko Rick Havacko moved from Orange County to Austin for the affordability and a lifestyle change. He chose Dripping Springs for its rural charm, lower costs, and vib...
Instead of going on a trip with my partner, I headed to a new country all by myself and don't regret it. Leanna Coy I was supposed to go on a trip with my boyfriend, but we fought before our flights a...
Lego Pokémon's Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise set. The Lego Group Lego released its first-ever Pokémon set this month. The presale allocation sold out quickly, and it's already a popular target fo...
The author raised her kids in Chicago. Unaihuiziphotography/Getty Images I knew many people who moved away from Chicago to raise their kids, but I stayed. In Chicago, my kids had access to parks, muse...
TJTJ Courtesy of Anne Goldberg Anne Goldberg has been tech-savvy since operating early computer models in the 1980s. 40 years on, she is using her knowledge to teach seniors how to use iPhones and oth...
We spent 10 days exploring Japan. Jenna DeLaurentis My boyfriend and I made a few mistakes on our first trip to Japan , which lasted 10 days. We chose the wrong month to travel in terms of weather and...
Jennifer Clinchy worked at the White House for nine years. Courtesy of Jennifer Clinchy Jennifer Clinchy is a federal attorney who worked at the White House for 9 years. She started a résumé writing s...
The author struggled to adjust to civilian life after the Marines. jacoblund/Getty Images I planned to be in the Marines for my entire career, but I left early to pursue entrepreneurship. Some of the ...
I don't like organizing parties or events, and planning a trip for more than two people is stressful. So, a birthday solo trip is perfect. Matthew Lubin I've celebrated several birthdays abroad and I ...
The author has a corporate job but also freelances as a writer and teaches mahjong. Courtesy of the author Freelance writing for various media outlets and teaching mahjong helped me generate over $30,...
The hallmark of timeless home decor is that it lasts well over time and showcases personality. Benjamin C Tankersley/For The Washington Post via Getty Images Business Insider asked interior designers ...
The author's grandmother lived to 99. Courtesy of Tracy Granzyk My grandmother lived to 99, and I got to know her better as an adult than I did as a child. I'm glad we spent that time together and tha...