(BPT) – Each year, the holiday season brings a flurry of entertaining. From hosting a houseful of out-of-town relatives to formal sit-down dinners to impromptu get-togethers, chances are your schedule – and your home – is brimming with activity.With al…
(BPT) – For many people, modern life means spending more time indoors. In fact, Americans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. This has had numerous direct and indirect health impacts,…
(BPT) – Let’s face it. Drinking, drug abuse and depression soar over Christmas, Chanukah and New Year’s – call it the holiday blues. As you prepare to throw your annual holiday party, the compassionate host recognizes that the holidays can be a painful…
(BPT) – The holidays are wonderful. They can also be stressful.The good: special times with family and friends. The bad: all the travel in between. The ugly: when winter roads become snowy and icy, turning a joyful journey into a jittery one.Fortunatel…
(BPT) – Sponsored ad content from Vanderbilt Mortgage and Finance, Inc.The new year is just around the corner and it’s never too early to think about your 2020 goals – and for many, this means prioritizing finances. Taking the time to focus on your goa…
(BPT) – During the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s all too easy to let self-care slip off your radar. However, it’s important for your health that you prioritize your well-being, so you can enjoy the season with family and friends. If you…
(BPT) – Along with the fun and festive winter holidays comes the long break from school – and the challenge of keeping kids happy and engaged with all that unstructured time. Apart from the special holiday events, kids could use a few other diversions,…
(BPT) – When you’re shopping for all the DIYers, crafters and makers in your life this holiday season, there are many ways to encourage their creativity and show that you ‘get’ them – which they’ll remember for years to come. First, think about the typ…
(BPT) – Every year many Americans establish New Year’s resolutions, setting their sights high with the turn of the calendar, but few of them are able to sustain those resolutions. According to online global activity data analyzed by Strava, most people…
(BPT) – When Inga Lam of BuzzFeed’s Tasty, the world’s largest social food network, gets going in the kitchen, she makes sure to consider all aspects of her baking process when creating the perfect treat. As a Tasty Creator, Inga is known for showing b…