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Are you part of the 59 percent of people ages 18 to 34 who planned to do some goal setting in 2021? We’re well into the year now, but that doesn’t mean it’s too late to set your sights on 2021 goals.  Research shows that setting goals can improve your mental health,...

Local restaurants need our support. According to the National Restaurant Association, 17 percent of restaurants—110,000 businesses—have closed permanently or for the long term because of coronavirus. Those eateries’ average age was 16 years, and 16 percent of them had...

Pets add countless benefits to our lives. They’re cute and cuddly, and they can keep us motivated during tough times. According to the CDC, owning a pet can decrease stress, bring happiness, and even have lasting health benefits. With all that, coming home to a loving...

Thanksgiving is almost here, ushering in the holiday season and all the fun traditions that come with it! If you are looking forward to roasting a turkey, baking cookies, decorating, or even just enjoying the colder weather, you are not alone.  But no one looks...

Whether to buy a home or rent is a major life decision. There are a lot of elements that go into making the choice, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. While some people hope to own a home one day, others find they prefer renting. Renters make up 34 percent of...

Who can help us keep smiling and keep shining? “That’s what friends are for,” sings Dionne Warwick. And she’s right. Establishing friendships has been known to improve mental health, reduce stress, relieve anxiety, and reduce the risk of depression.  During this time...

Did you know that over half of Americans have been rejected due to poor credit? Further, 53 percent of millennials don't even know what their credit score is. If you are wanting to improve your credit score, there is light at the end of the tunnel! That light is...

July is National Ice Cream Month, so we should all be screaming for some delicious ice cream. Although indoor dining has been closed until further notice, you can still enjoy a cold, creamy treat in Anaheim. If you don’t feel like ordering takeout from Pinkberry or...

If you haven’t heard about the Ocean Conservancy’s annual beach cleanups, you are in for a treat. Every year in September, thousands of volunteers work together to clean their local beaches. Within the past 30 years, 300 million pounds of trash have been collected....

Heading to nearby Newport Beach to catch some waves this summer? If so, be sure to take along some sunscreen to protect your skin from damaging UV rays. But don’t take just any sunscreen with you—make sure it’s a reef-safe sunscreen! There’s plenty of evidence that...