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I Gave Up Drinking for Lent—and Here Are the 5 Things I Learned

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So as Lent approached, I tossed around the idea of giving up alcohol. I didn’t need to give it up, but I was curious as to what would happen if I did, just for a few weeks. What I gained by giving up alcohol for Lent These are five perks I experienced from giving up alcohol for 47 (long) days: 1. Probably for the best.

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Heartcore Business Founder Shanda Sumpter Reveals 4 Ways She Helps Leaders Achieve Financial Freedom

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They step up first, and I think it’s really hard to make it in business today if you’re not a trailblazer.” Be a blessing to others In her 2015 book, Core Calling: How to Build a Business That Gives You a Freedom Lifestyle in 2 Years or Less! Those values are embodied in Heartcore’s founder, Shanda Sumpter. “I

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Bethenny Frankel Wants to Give You Love & Career Advice

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and has expanded its lifestyle brand into food, wellness and other products marketed to women. I beat myself up way worse than anyone else. BF: I’m best at writing, being the Greek chorus, coming up with ideas and executing them , and creative marketing. This article was published in April 2015 and has been updated.

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Stressed? 5 Simple Ways to Prevent Burnout

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We often cover it up by drinking more caffeine. My mentor used to call me a “blender without a top” back when I was heading up my first tea company, Zhena’s Gypsy Tea, and not meditating. I’ve scheduled a follow-up with the voice analyst. This article was published in May 2015 and has been updated. Mind your adrenals.

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This Digital Nomad Couple Sold Everything to Travel the World in a Sailboat—Here’s What They’ve Learned About Life, Goal Setting and Relationships

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They met on Tinder in 2015 while living in Sweden as expats: Ellison, an aviation sales director from Des Moines, Iowa, and Darsy, a human resources systems specialist from Paris. Methodically, they took each step with time to allow dust to settle and not get caught up in the excitement and newness of the adventure.

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3 Financial Tips to Consider Before Pursuing Your Passion Full Time

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But the steps required to get to this point began as early as 2015. You should plan to have at least six to 12 months of cash on hand just in case your new business venture isn’t able to fund your lifestyle. As we began to envision a more balanced life, we asked ourselves some critical questions. Who is in need of the work we’d create?

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9 Traits of Trustworthy People

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People want those around them to stand up for what is right in life, even when no one is watching. People build up trust when they look out for others. This article was published in November 2015 and has been updated. A trustworthy person has integrity. They are compassionate. They are kind.

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