The Benefits of Adult Friendships
An old poem tells us to, “Make new friends but keep the old, the new are silver the old are gold” (Parry, n.d.). Researchers are finding that friendships are […]
Six Tips to Help Get You Saving
This week is both Utah Saves Week and America Saves Week. Since 2007, both have been held the last week of February to help people focus on saving money. For some, […]
Financial Health by the Decades
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, combined with a review of research and consultation with leading experts, found that financial well-being includes the following four elements: Having control over day-to-day, month-to-month […]
The Importance of Routines
Having a routine helps keep us on track both mentally and physically, which can help make our days more positive and productive. According to Mental Health America, a routine is […]
How Body Image Affects Mental Health
What is body image? According to the National Eating Disorder Association, it is defined as our thoughts, perceptions, and attitudes about our physical appearance, which can be negative or positive. […]
February Pre-gardening Checklist
There is much that can be done now to get a jump start on the growing season. These tips, with links from the Utah State University Extension Gardeners Almanac, can help get you going. […]
How Do I Know My Partner Will be Faithful?
Trust in a relationship is key to its success. Most people do not automatically trust someone they do not know. They often determine trust by giving a little at the […]
Federal Student Loan Payment Pause Extended
Those who have borrowed federal student loans have received another extension on the repayment from the U.S. Department of Education. The payment pause has been extended through May 1, 2022, […]
Cleaning Tips to Keep You Healthy
We all know it is important to clean and disinfect to reduce the risk of getting sick, but with many illnesses circulating, including the common cold, flu, RSV, hand-foot-mouth disease, […]
January Garden Planning Tips
If the spike in gardening interest the last two years is any indication of what 2022 will be like, now is the perfect time to start planning! Consider these tips […]