Nowadays, we often put up with people or activities that are just not good for us. We say yes to the awful speed-dating sessions, overly processed food and that extra shot at the bar. Here are tips for how to put your well-being first and just say no, for good this year! -Jasmine Frazier Say no to a bad relationship. There's almost... CONTINUE READING 21

If the first thing you do in 2012 is post pics from New Year’s Eve, even the not-so-flattering ones, wouldn’t it be nice to know exactly who gets to see candids of you rocking out to LMFAO? If you haven’t checked your Facebook security settings lately—or any settings for that matter—make 2012 the year of the e-makeover. Instead of an... CONTINUE READING 11

It was 1:30am last week and my best friend (who shall remain anonymous) Facebook chatted me with: “I’m really over seeing everyone posting their new engagement ring for the holiday season and sporting heinous hands, nails and shirt sleeves...don't post till your hand isn't like frikin Sasquatch, k thanks.” She has a great point. Over the past few days and weeks, my... CONTINUE READING 158

It's the day after Christmas, and chances are, you're dragging a little. All that excitement is over, you feel like Santa Claus himself after 10 too many cookies and you kinda don't want to get out of your new flannel PJ set. There’s nothing better than watching a feel-good romcom or an all-time classic snuggled up at home with your... CONTINUE READING 7

Happy Hump Day! We know the middle of the week can be a drag, so we’re introducing our bi-weekly series of inspiring posters from best-selling author Karen Salmansohn. Karen brings fun nuggets of self-help advice on her blog daily (or more than daily!) on notsalmon.com. EDITOR'S TAKE: This time of year, it's easy to get caught up in all the great gifts and... CONTINUE READING 4

Hanukkah begins tonight and Christmas is this week, but chances are that some of you have seriously procrastinated on shopping and don’t feel like dealing with jam-packed stores, out-of-stock inventory and screaming kids on a mall-Santa's lap. Get your shopping done in between baking cookies when you order any of these eight gifts online. Just be sure to select the... CONTINUE READING 27

’Tis the season for office holiday parties—the time of year when you can pretty much count on two things: reputations being ruined and gossip running rampant. Don’t be the one to fall victim this time around. Here, eight office party slip-ups to avoid. Pickup lines. Outrageous in-your-face flirting with colleagues is prohibited. So is PDA with your... CONTINUE READING 4

The holidays can put all sorts of new pressure on your relationship. In particular, you may be wondering...should we spend the holidays together, and if so, where?! Here's what to ask yourself when you think about holiday plans with your honey... -Jasmine Frazier How serious is the relationship? Generally, I'd say be in a relationship a year tops before spending a major holiday... CONTINUE READING 6

We can't believe that the holidays are almost here! Haven't checked the leading ladies in your life off your list yet (your best friends, moms, sisters, fave aunts...)? Check out 21 amazing things to gift your girlfriends (ranging in price from $3-$100!) on HavetoHave.com! PLUS, make YOUR gift wish list on HavetoHave.com and share it with your friends. CONTINUE READING 12

There was no ring, no bridesmaids, no teary-eyed dance with Dad, but somewhere along the way, you found yourself with a spouse. You see him every day…at the office. He’s your work spouse. And whether you chose each other or were thrown together, you probably know more about him than your best friend. Chances are, he knows you pretty well too,... CONTINUE READING 8