Often, we are unaware of how these experiences impact our lives on even the smallest levels. One of the stories I like to share that underscores just how deeply our childhood influences our adult behaviors involves one of my friends and her dear husband, who has an affinity for using a lot of dish soap when he washes the dishes. To protect their identity, even though there is no shame in any of our childhood stories—we did not choose our caregivers—let’s call this wonderful couple Mary and Brian....

“There is strong criticism that there is a lack of data for cannabis, CBD, and other cannabinoids,” says Junella Chin, DO, an integrative cannabis physician and medical advisor for cannabisMD. “Looking at California alone, we have 20-plus years of anecdotal evidence supporting the efficacy of medical cannabis. This is data we’ve been sitting on since 1985.” However, as Dr. Chin notes, researchers need to start rethinking exactly how they study the cannabis plant, now that CBD has become so prominent in the American health and wellness consciousness....

Trying to make enough money so you can start a side hustle, so you can…make enough money? It can be a vicious and discouraging cycle. But you can break it now by starting a side gig that requires precisely zero start-up funds. Check out these five simple avenues to becoming a successful entrepreneur—with no money down. Sites like Decluttr also offload old tech equipment, DVDs and Blu-ray players, game consoles, and even Legos....

1. Consider the material. When it comes to kitchen sinks, there are many materials to choose from—porcelain, stainless steel, and cast iron, to name a few. Be realistic about how much use the sink will get and how frequently (and thoroughly) you plan to clean it. Porcelain sinks are prone to stains and scuff marks, but don’t worry, they are removable! It just takes a little elbow grease and a mildly abrasive cleaner, like baking soda....

Cinnamon Applesauce This no-added-sugar applesauce may be less sweet than what you’re used to, but the cinnamon adds so much flavor that your kids won’t notice. The key is to use good quality, naturally sweet apples, since they’re the star of the show. To skip the mashing step, throw everything into a slow cooker on the high setting for 4 hours, and the apples will fall apart on their own....

The good news? It’s 100 percent possible to reconcile your busy holiday party schedule with your not-so-secret desire to be as warm and comfy as possible. Not convinced? For an outfit that looks like a million bucks, but feels like pajamas, pair a chunky and stylish sweater with a luxe pair of wide-leg satin pants—just add metallic shoes and you’re ready for champagne and mistletoe. Mix and match textures, price points, and silhouettes for effortless elegance, comfortable enough to celebrate in all night long....

According to Buildworld, the average spend on “necessary repairs” is about $13,000, and “practical upgrades” cost about $6,000. So we asked experts to help identify the fixer-upper projects that make the most sense right out of the gate and give you the most bang for your buck. Here’s what the industry insiders had to say, along with a few fixer-upper tips on how to get organized as you embark on your fixer-upper facelift....

The fix: Give it more sunlight. Plants tend to get spindly when they’re desperate for nutrients, causing them to grow taller as they reach for more sun. If that doesn’t do the trick, make sure the plant has nutrient-rich soil and fertilize it regularly during the growing season from spring to fall (but cut back on fertilizer during the winter). The fix: First, check if your plant has plenty of foliage but few flowers....

While there’s some room for nuance (not everyone’s skin is the same), it’s generally important to strike the perfect balance between hydration, moisturization, and exfoliation. With dermatologist insight, we’ve rounded up a list of the commonly overused skincare ingredients so you can improve your practice. “The recommended frequency of use depends on the concentration of the acids and how accustomed your skin may be to the acids or to skin exfoliants in general,” says Blair Murphy-Rose, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City....

To see how these plants actually do in practice, the Colorado State University’s (CSU) Flower Trial Garden puts them to the test over a two-year period, and each year, it picks out a few outstanding varieties. It named these six perennials as top performers, and you can bet that if these plants can stand up to Colorado’s high altitude, large temperature swings, and even punishing hailstorms with minimal care, they truly are tough beauties worth adding to your garden....

As my boys get older, one of the things we are working on daily is trying to show more gratitude in our lives. It’s tough. They’ve been given a lot in their short lives, and I want to teach them not to take that for granted. In the past we’ve done some of these gratitude jar ideas, colored in these printable Thanksgiving turkeys after doing the gratitude activities on the feathers, and even played this gratitude game....

Most of them also double as exhaust fans, which push the hot air from your home outside. This makes them especially handy in the kitchen, on higher floors, and other high-temperature areas. To help you find the right option for your needs, we scoured thousands of reviews from shoppers to see which window fans they love the most. The options, detailed below, all have near-perfect customer ratings, along with plenty of five-star reviews from shoppers describing why they are actually worth the money....

“People are ready to express their personal taste and individual love of color,” says Sophie Robinson, interior designer, color expert, and host of The Great Indoors podcast. “Christmas is the perfect time to ditch trends and surround yourself with all the twinkle, all the sparkle, and just do you,” she adds. Color is the perfect way to channel your unique personality and create a space that brings you joy. Here are some favorite Christmas color scheme ideas to get you started....

Still, that doesn’t mean all personal finance tips need to fall by the wayside. Instead of abandoning all money management tips, try focusing on smaller ones. Money-saving tips that can be started and finished in minutes are easier to accomplish than broad goals such as using the Debt Snowball to pay off debt, and the financial benefits begin adding up almost immediately. Buying a $3 coffee every day doesn’t seem like a big deal, but at the end of the year, that’s more than $1,000 on coffee....

Today, my stressed reflection showed a tired pallor that looked utterly depleted. The Groundhog Day lethargy is real guys—and my face was proof. I wanted to do something for myself; and for me, seeing a bright reflection did wonders for my optimism. While I consider myself decent at applying makeup, one look inside my makeup drawer revealed a random collection of mostly expired beauty products. I needed a fresh start, and Bobbi Brown’s MasterClass was my answer to self-care....

“Micro-exfoliators are designed to accomplish the same goal of exfoliation, but [they] use a more gentle process,” explains Nava Greenfield, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. “This kind of exfoliation is helpful for sensitive skin, which may not be a good candidate for harsher forms of exfoliation.” Onyeka Obioha-Lolagne, MD, board-certified dermatologist, agrees. She notes that tiny, fine exfoliating scrubs are less inflammatory compared to physical exfoliators with larger particles....

While you might cast the gut health interest aside as another viral phenomenon, this is one wellness topic to take seriously, because your overall health is strongly linked to the health of your gut. “The last 15 years has taught us that there’s a whole bunch of bacteria in your gut, and they play a big role in whether you have good health or disease,” says Mark Pimentel, MD, gastroenterologist at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles and medical advisor at Good LFE....

Ham & Leek Quiche Ham and cheese get the quiche treatment in this easy recipe. Get the recipe. Seared Tuna With Tomato-Olive-Caper Salad Only 20 minutes stand between you and this restaurant-worthy fish dinner. Get the recipe. Spring Fried Rice Classic fried rice gets a few fresh twists. Get the recipe. Salad With Chicken and Crispy Farro This easy chicken dish packs whole grains and veggies into a healthy, delicious meal....

It’s hard to blame them. Their address is in the historic bed and breakfast district of East Hampton, where wide lawns and winding roads are never far from the ocean’s salty water. The hideaway they chose, though, wasn’t primed for a quick vacation, let alone a longtime stay. “We started our renovations in 2018 and it took about 18 months to finish,” Graybill notes. “This bathroom hadn’t been touched since the late 1950s, and there was linoleum tiles and asbestos!...

International economist Yew-Kwang Ng recently researched cultures on a country-by-country basis to identify why Asians save more. And despite statistics to the contrary, most people don’t think of the Su-Su savings clubs or the hours of number-crunching that many Asian-Americans employ to get a grip on their money. That’s why AAPI personal finance trendsetters like the individuals below are so important: In the name of visibility, representation, and racial/financial equity, they’re sharing their money stories and dismantling “model minority” myths, one financial plan at a time....