Embracing Change

Whether it’s remembering to recycle or landing your dream job, incremental changes might be the key to success.

Driving up Interstate 35 in Austin, Texas, I saw a billboard that said: “Dude, it’s not that hard. Recycle.”

With Earth Day fast approaching, you, too, are probably noticing the increased attention to green living. The message is simple: It’s really not that hard to toss your plastic soda bottle into the plastics-only bin. And it’s true; tossing a bottle into another bin isn’t that difficult—except that it involves changing a habit, and that can be tough. Read more

Spring into Action, and Save Some Green!

by the editors of Fabulous & Frugal

Spring has sprung, and it’s time for a fresh, take-charge outlook on life. Even in challenging economic times, you can shed layers of old habits and make positive changes to your life.

We know how bills, paperwork and budgets stack up. It’s easy to pretend bills are not there if they’re hiding under a stack of coupons or the recent PTA newsletter. But taking charge of your finances can actually be quick and painless, with a few tips from the editors of Fabulous & Frugal.

1. Clean Out the Clutter without Tossing Your Safety Net

Are you wondering when it is safe to throw away old bills, receipts and paperwork? When you start your spring cleaning this season, don’t neglect your finances! Here’s what you should remember: Read more