Christine Leibbrand

What Pet Training Can Teach Us About Building Good Habits

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Pet training is a whole lot like people training. And many of the anxieties that hold our pets back are similar to the ones that hold us back. In this post, you’ll learn what pet training can teach us about building better habits and overcoming anxieties. Throughout, I’ll draw on data-driven research and expert advice on both pet training and building good habits. By the end, I hope you learn strategies for building better habits in you and your pets!

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8 Big Lessons Learned from Running the Boston Marathon

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For many runners, including myself, participating in the Boston Marathon is a big bucket list item. In April 2024, I was lucky enough to participate. That experience was incredible and came with some big lessons learned that are helpful for anyone hoping to run a marathon. Read on to learn helpful tips and tricks for preparing for a marathon and what running the Boston Marathon is like.

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23 Bachelorette Party and Bridal Shower Games That Are Actually Fun

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Bachelorette Party and Bridal Shower games provide great opportunities for guests to bond, have fun, and celebrate the bride. Unfortunately, they can also be super awkward and unenjoyable if not planned right. In this post, I go over a list of 23 bachelorette and bridal shower games that your guests will actually love. Plus, they don’t require tons of planning. Read on for more!

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Why Walking Is a Better Workout Than You Think

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When I tell you to imagine a great workout, you probably don’t think about walking. However, walking is actually an incredible workout. From being an effective fat burner to boosting mental health to decreasing your risk of illness and more, walking is the secret weapon in your health arsenal. Read on to learn why walking is so great for you and tips for building a walking routine!

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How This Mindset Shift Can Help You Achieve Your Dream Life

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Have you ever felt like you were in a rut? Or maybe you have big goals and no idea how to achieve them? The answer might be a mindset shift called psychological flexibility. Psychological flexibility is a powerful tool that can help you achieve dreams you once thought were impossible. Sound too good to be true? Read on for the science and expert-advice behind this mindset shift!

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5 Important Things All First-Time Home Buyers Should Know

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Becoming a first-time home buyer is incredibly exciting and rewarding. However, for many first-time home buyers, the process is stressful and full of setbacks. In this article, I go over the lessons I wish I had known before buying my first home. I hope these lessons make your home buying process as easy as possible! Read on for more!

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The Most Fun Ways to Make Extra Money Quickly

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Adulting is expensive. Whether it’s a sudden emergency, a big life event, a flurry of life events, or even just the rising expenses of groceries, it’s common to feel financially strained now and again. Luckily there are fun ways to make extra money when you need it. In this post, I go over 7 of the most fun ways to make an extra $100 and ease your financial burdens. Read on for more!

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How to Manage Competing Priorities and Beat Overwhelm

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As adults, we often face many competing priorities on our time and money. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and sacrifice our productivity. In this post, I’ll go over expert-informed strategies on how to manage competing priorities in your work, personal life, and budget to make the most of your time and money. Read on for more!

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How to Choose the Right Financial Advisor for You

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A good financial advisor can be an incredible resource for helping you clarify your financial goals and developing a plan to meet those goals. However, there are a lot of bad advisors out there. How do you find a good one? In this post, I go over how to assess whether an advisor is right for you. I also provide a comprehensive list of interview questions you can use to compare professionals. Read on for more!

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