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25 Practical Gifts for New Homeowners They’ll Happily Use in Their House

Looking for a housewarming gift? You can't go wrong with one of these practical gifts for new homeowners. Do you know someone who just got the keys to their first (or just new) home? If so, you might be in the market for a housewarming gift. It can be difficult to know what to get a new homeowner that isn’t your typical throw blanket, three-wick candle or cool coaster set. Don’t get us wrong, we like those things, too, but the new homeowner will likely receive those gifts in abundance as they settle into their new abode. That’s why choosing a practical gift can be the most thoughtful route to go. Here are our top picks of gifts for new homeowners—in a range of gift-giving budgets—that they’ll be happy to receive.

2020-05-12T16:39:13Z

How to Style a Denim Skirt, No Matter Your Personal Style

These cute outfit ideas hit every time.

2024-04-18T22:13:46Z

67-year-old American 'happily retired' in Mexico: I'm so relieved I did these 3 things in my 20s and 30s

Mexico-based retiree Janet Blaser shares the top things she is glad she did when she was younger.

2024-01-20T14:31:44Z

4 Underrated Habits of Highly Successful Retirees

Retirement is a major life change, and it can be challenging. Learn about the most important habits successful retirees follow.

2024-04-09T13:11:50Z

2024-03-08T10:09:08Z

18 Unmistakable Traits That Prove You’re a True Southern-Bred

The southern region of America offers an upbringing steeped in its culture and traditions. Let’s take a peek into what it’s like to grow up in this area with its captivating idiosyncrasies and enduring customs.

2024-01-15T16:35:08Z

What is it like to live in an L.A. hotel? Here's a glimpse

In this town, actors often stay at hotels for transient periods of time. But what is it actually like?

2024-04-22T10:17:21Z

I'm A Stylist & I Swear By These Cheap Clothes & Accessories On Amazon

Researching trends is part of my job as a stylist, but I really do enjoy discovering new labels and looks every season. I recently went on a deep dive for pieces that were not only cute but also wearable, & found the absolute chicest styles ever for under $60 bucks.

2024-04-07T23:04:43Z

The New Quarter-Life Crisis

Running a marathon has become a milestone for a growing number of young adults.

2024-04-23T11:12:53Z

The Top 8 Fruits the Longest-Living Folks on Earth Eat Regularly for Healthy Aging

Plus, how much of ‘em you should be consuming daily.

2023-06-24T14:12:41Z

Family travel 5: Breathe deep and sink into wellness at these resorts

Subdue the stresses of a modern world by including spa and wellness options in your family vacation planning. Here are five ideas to consider. Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa (North Male Atoll, Maldives) Wellness gurus consider healing tents a haven for transformation. And as such idyllic sanctuaries go, The Island Spa, part of the Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa, ...

2024-04-22T09:12:05Z

Fat is a social justice Issue

Fat shaming is not a new phenomenon, said Dr. Susie Orbach, the London-based author of the seminal “Fat is a Feminist Issue,” published in 1978. “I wrote the book during the second wave of the women’s liberation movement. We were investigating everything.” “But nobody had really looked at the fact that we were living in a visual culture that was pressing us to be smaller and smaller and smaller,” said Orbach, one of Britain’s best-known...

2024-04-20T14:15:03Z

19 Celebrity Beauty Brands That Actually Live Up to the Hype

These A-list stars are delivering quality products.

2023-09-28T18:20:27Z

Gen Zers can't always afford to have fun. Here's how I budget my $80,000 salary to save for a house and still enjoy my 20s.

A 24-year-old data analyst making $80,000 budgets every dollar she spends — but she still wants to enjoy her 20s.

2024-04-19T09:22:13Z

What Is Metabolic Syndrome? Here’s What Dietitians Say

Experts share expert advice for preventing metabolic syndrome and supporting your health.

2024-04-06T12:46:51Z

Happiness Science Says When You Can Say Yes to Any of These 5 Questions, You'll Feel More Fulfilled, Satisfied, and Considerably Less Stressed

How you're made certainly affects how you deal with stress as well as your overall level of happiness. But considerable research shows so does what you do.

2024-04-19T13:23:21Z

I left the U.S. for Paris 12 years ago—6 things French people do differently than Americans to live long, happy lives

After moving from New York to Paris in 2011, Ajiri Aki discovered a new, more joyful perspective on life. Here's what the mother and lifestyle guru learned from French people about how to live a long, happy life.

2023-06-01T15:22:13Z

Here's Everything Carrie Underwood Eats In A Day At 41—Including The Healthy Hacks From Her Own Backyard

"I've been there and tried that," she told 'WH.'

2024-04-04T16:10:27Z

13 of the Most Affordable Places to Live in the U.S. in 2024

Determining a suitable place to live can be a complex process that involves considering several factors such as cost of living, safety, job opportunities, climate, amenities, and overall quality of life. It can be challenging to find a place that perfectly balances all these factors. However, some areas in the United States are known for their low living and safety costs.

2024-03-16T16:34:02Z

More people are working well past retirement age. It’s not easy

Hope Murray retired in 2013 after a 50-year career that ranged from game show producer, to Hollywood party planner to casino executive.

2024-04-14T18:11:31Z

One Year Before Retirement: 5 Frugal Habits To Pick Up Now

As you approach the final year before retirement, it's important to focus on frugal practices that can greatly enhance your financial stability during your golden years. Adopting these habits can...

2024-01-27T21:12:55Z

This Queer Gen Z Student Spends $20 A Week And Lives "Two Lives" With Unsupportive Parents — Here's What Their Day-To-Day Looks Like

"Every morning, I go to school, put a rainbow keychain on my backpack, and become a proud queer student. Every night, I put the keychain back in my bag and go home to a family that would disown me or take everything away from me if they knew who I really was. There are so many painful details that add up far too fast, but at the end of the day, the point is that I'm living two different lives, and they're only separated by a couple of streets."...

2024-04-23T01:50:21Z

Here Are 14 Lifestyle Changes Are Recommended for Anxiety

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry, or uneasiness. It can be mild or severe and range from temporary to chronic. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting nearly one-third of adults at some point in their lives. Anxiety can affect anyone, but certain factors increase risk, including genetics and traumatic experiences. When anxiety becomes so severe that it interferes with daily life, treatment is needed to overcome it. A combination of medication and lifestyle changes are recommended for anxiety. Here are 10 lifestyle changes suggested for anxiety:

2024-02-16T17:19:48Z

I lost two stone in three months – without stepping into a gym

About four years ago, I met my new partner at a dinner party just four months after ending an eight-year marriage. For the initial couple of years, we literally ate ourselves alive. We really embraced the happy fat syndrome, devouring everything in sight. No strict plans, just a carefree and haphazard approach to food and drink. If we felt like a s...

2024-04-14T07:03:18Z

20 Time-Honored Practices Our Grandparents Followed That We Should Bring Back

Our grandparents had a far simpler life. There was no such thing as social media. Instead, there was more walking and meals were always fresh and homemade. With so many things keeping us busy nowadays, sometimes life would seem much easier if we lived the way our grandparents did.

2024-01-15T11:05:03Z

I'm an American who's lived in Paris for years. These 8 things have really surprised me about living in the French capital.

The American writer knew a lot about France before moving there, but she was still stunned by the social security and smoking habits in Paris.

2024-02-15T19:31:54Z

A 63-year-old explains how Blue Zones helped him rethink his retirement plan to avoid his 'biggest fear' of loneliness

As loneliness continues to hit older Americans particularly hard, Ed, 63, is doing everything he can to avoid that outcome once he retires.

2024-02-11T10:40:37Z

11 Rude Hotel Habits You Should Stop ASAP

Avoid these rude habits that bother both hotel employees and other guests.

2024-04-15T10:39:21Z

15 successful people who wake up before 6 a.m.

From Tim Cook to Naomi Osaka, successful people across industries are known for waking up early. See who's disciplined enough to skip the snooze button.

2024-04-15T21:00:47Z

11 Tips to Stop Living a Lifestyle You Can’t Afford

Living beyond your means is a never-ending cycle, where the chase for more always gives you less freedom, less savings, and less peace of mind. This pattern lures people into a false sense of advancement while silently eroding their financial stability. It’s a trap that promises happiness with every purchase yet delivers a burden of debt and worry.

2024-02-07T16:10:58Z

Popular Bollywood actor’s advice to young people to cohabit sparks debate

Popular Bollywood actor’s advice to young people to cohabit sparks debate - Fellow actors call Zeenat Aman’s statement about living-in ‘unacceptable’

2024-04-22T11:55:54Z

How this millennial making $65,000 in Houston, Texas spends her money

Shonnita Leslie, 40, makes $65,000 a year in Houston, Texas between her full-time role as a program manager at a university, and part-time work as a DoorDash driver and freelance writer. She had $60,000 in federal loans forgiven in 2022 after working in public service and making consistent payments for 10 years.

2024-04-18T15:35:24Z

2024-04-23T11:06:01Z

5 Things Nearly Every Wealthy Person Does, According to Jaspreet Singh

What's the secret sauce that allows some people to achieve ridiculous levels of wealth? Not just rich people with fancy cars and big houses -- but the ultra-wealthy who've reached that level of "screw you" money that lets them live exactly how they want.

2024-04-06T18:02:07Z

After years of yo-yo dieting, this realization helped 1 mom lose 100 pounds for good

Yo-yo dieting and menopause weight gain led one mom to prediabetes, high blood pressure, sleep apnea. She lost 100 pounds by walking, counting calories, bariatric surgery.

2024-03-07T16:42:22Z

Green Accents Transform This SoCal Home and Garden into an Oasis

One couple reimagined this century-old cottage in Southern California as their dream house.

2024-04-16T13:02:36Z

Type 2 diabetes is not one-size-fits-all: Subtypes affect complications and treatment options

You may have heard of Ozempic, the "miracle drug" for weight loss, but did you know that it was actually designed as a new treatment to manage diabetes? In Canada, diabetes affects approximately 10% of the general population. Of those cases, 90% have type 2 diabetes.

2024-04-19T16:13:12Z

'Leaving A Legacy Like A Dewdrop On A Lotus Leaf' - Asian Indians Redefine Aging In America

Grandma’s lifting kettlebells “I’m doing things I’ve never done before in my life,” says Nita Abraham* (62), as she hefts a 20-pound kettlebell upward, feet firmly planted on the deck […]

2024-04-19T03:26:49Z

I grew up in Italy and have studied longevity for 35 years—this is the No. 1 way to eat for a long, healthy life

Valter Longo grew up in Italy and has been studying longevity for 35 years. Here's what he says is the No. 1 contributing factor to a long life.

2024-04-04T16:19:07Z

13 Things Broke People Always Seem to Afford but Probably Shouldn’t

Do you know someone who constantly complains about being broke but spends on luxuries and wants all the time? I do. It always surprises me when someone complains that they can’t pay for a need, like the electric bill, but are frequently eating out. Just cutting down on a few wants can make such a difference. We curated these 15 things, focusing on everyday items people splurge on. Some items are broad categories like ‘devices,’ which can mean phones, TVs, tablets, and more.

2024-04-23T14:23:29Z

17 Things We All Start Doing When We Get Old

Getting old is getting complicated, but it can also be enjoyable if you try to make it so. Forget the days of fearing old age. In this article, we look at 17 things we should all consider doing when we get old to make our lives better.

2024-03-18T12:19:48Z

19 Ways to Fix Your Dog’s Bad Habits

Maybe you’ve bought a new puppy, and they’re not getting the hang of the training. Or your puppy has grown up, and now their bad behavior is taking over the house. Try these 19 tricks to stop those bad habits in their tracks.

2024-04-17T15:03:03Z

13 Polite Habits Hairdressers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

Sometimes trying to do all the right things at the salon can backfire. Here's what to avoid when getting your hair cut or colored. The post 13 Polite Habits Hairdressers Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead appeared first on Reader's Digest.

2024-03-21T14:24:24Z

7 healthy lifestyle changes that could help reduce risk of depression, says study: ‘Enormous benefits’

There are some healthy things people can do to reduce their risk of depression, as revealed in a new study published in the journal Nature Mental Health. Here are the seven steps.

2023-09-15T20:57:17Z

I’m a Frugal Shopper: How I Afford Luxury Items on a Middle-Class Salary

When you live on a middle-class salary -- somewhere between $50,000 and $150,000 a year, depending on your costs of living and household size -- chances are you strive to keep costs low on certain...

2024-04-16T16:23:17Z

18 Best Dog Breeds if You Have a Busy Lifestyle

Everyone wants a companion, and some prefer the furry, four-legged kind. Balancing your personal and work lives when you do get yourself a pet can sometimes be a struggle. But it doesn’t need to be a challenge with the right breed of dog. This list suggests 18 dog breeds that are great options if you have a busy lifestyle.

2024-02-06T14:52:35Z

Céline Dion Details Stiff Person Syndrome Diagnosis: ‘I Hope That We'll Find a Miracle … but for Now I Have to Learn to Live With It'

Pop legend Céline Dion is opening up about her life with Stiff Person Syndrome, saying that she still hopes “we’ll find a miracle,” but is learning “to live with it.” In a new interview with Vogue France, the Canadian singer discussed the neurological disorder, which causes progressive muscular stiffness. Following her diagnosis in December 2022, […]

2024-04-23T10:24:44Z

Study Finds Daily Avocado Consumption Is Linked to Better Diet—Here’s Why

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Researchers found that eating one whole avocado each day is associated with better diet quality.Avocado consumption had no effect on participants’ weight or belly fat, but it did help people reduce their sodium intake and eat more healthy fats, among other health benefits.For people looking to add more avocado to their...

2024-04-10T15:57:11Z

Young Americans are choosing to 'work to live' rather than 'live to work' like previous generations — believe they're not being rewarded for their hard work. Are they being lazy or smart?

Gen Z would much rather girl-moss, than girl-boss.

2024-04-22T10:15:45Z

Dave And Jenny Marrs' Everyday Sustainable Home Habits You'll Want To Follow

On their show "Sustainability Series," HGTV stars Dave and Jenny Marrs share simple, straightforward ways homeowners can make their homes more sustainable.

2024-01-15T11:16:51Z