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4 Tips for Having “The Talk” With Your Parents

Here’s how to make the conversation a little easier for both you and your loved ones.


Bill Gates Has 4 Rules When It Comes to Reading—and You Should Follow Them

Listen to these four rules of reading to get the most out of your next book.



9 Beauty Products Dermatologists Wish You’d Stop Wasting Money On

Save your money and skip these expensive beauty supplies. Dermatologists say alternatives give you better value (and glowing skin).


33 Secrets Hospitals Don’t Want to Tell You (But Every Patient Should Know)

No one looks forward to a hospital stay, but these insider tips from doctors and nurses will help ensure you...


9 Style Tips to Steal from Princess Diana

These timeless looks are fit for a princess.


40 Secrets Surgeons Won’t Tell You

Surgeons have our lives in their hands, but most of us know more about the people who cut our hair...


6 Secrets to Successful Last-Minute Travel

Conventional wisdom says there are awesome deals to be had on last-minute vacations. But does the truth actually live up...

5 Subtle Habits You Have That Make People Trust You

Adding these science-backed tweaks to your daily interactions could help you gain the trust of your co-workers, friends, and even...


Saying This One Word Instantly Makes You More Trustworthy

Hint: It's a word you learned in preschool.


Commit These Phrases to Memory Before You Travel to a Foreign Country

Being able to communicate, especially in emergency conditions, can save a trip and an experience from falling apart, super quickly.


The 17 Best Pieces of Advice from Flawless Graduation Speeches

"Never be discouraged. Never look back. And when you fall, fall forward."


The 23 Best Ways to Quit Smoking

Not sure how to quit smoking cigarettes? Try one of these 20+ ways to stop smoking and start your path...


Can Long Distance Relationships Really Work? What the Surprising Science Says

Living far away from your partner could actually bring you closer together.


9 Billionaires Share Their Definition of Success

Check out these sage pieces of advice from the really, really rich.


12 Children’s Books That Encourage Kids to Be Nice

Kindness is a must-have trait in today's world, and it's made easy in these kid-friendly reads.


Bye, Jet Lag! 12 Easy Ways to Outsmart It for Good

Whether you're an avid globetrotter or a casual traveller, jet lag will likely play a role as you become acclimated...

11 Words to Always Say in a Job Interview

You've got all the nonverbal stuff nailed down: a good haircut, the right clothes, a firm handshake. Now, here are...


12 Ex-Smokers Reveal What Helped Them Actually Quit Smoking for Good

While some people have all the intentions to quit smoking for good, it becomes a bigger challenge than they ever...


What to Say When Someone Is Sick (and Topics to Avoid)

It's difficult to know what to say when someone you care about is suffering. Here's a good list of conversation...


9 Things You Should Never Say to Your Boss

When speaking to your boss you should always maintain a level of professionalism—saying the wrong thing could really do some...


7 Children’s Books Every Adult Needs to Read Again

When you were a child, did you stop in the middle of reading "Green Eggs and Ham" and think, "Hey,...


70 Life Lessons I Learned From Reader’s Digest

To celebrate 70 years of being Canada's most trusted brand, we've rounded up Reader's Digest's best advice ever. These life...

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6 Annoying Speaking Habits You Have, According to Science

It's not about what you say: it's about how (and when) you say it.



14 Things You Should Never Do on an Airplane

Travelling is stressful as it is, so let's not add the burden of getting sick from the flight to your...


5 Ways to Get Out of Credit Card Debt

Avoiding credit card debt and letting your bills pile up will only make the issue worse. The good news is,...