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When You Type More Than You Talk

115529573If you interact with your inbox as often as you socialize with real people, join the crowd. Most people communicate via social networks or email about as often as they speak face-to-face, according to a study conducted by the University of Michigan.

In a survey of 3,000 Generation [Read More]

July 1st, 2015|Hot, Life, You|

The Dangers of Using Google to Self-Diagnose

1506-cyberchondria1_0Via Women’s Health

Your hiccups just won’t quit. It’s been two days. You could head to your M.D.’s office. But, groan. So inconvenient. And Dr. Interwebs is faster, simpler, and cheaper. It takes mere seconds to type symptoms into a search engine…and just a few more [Read More]

June 26th, 2015|Help, Hot, Life, You|

Is Social Media Bad for Your Relationship?

social-media-tips-relationshipsThe latest sites, apps, and technology make life easier than ever, but could they be putting a damper on your intimacy? Here are some ways to turn down the digital drama.

Rule #1: Avoid the premature relationship-status change. Relationship experts agree that the worst social media faux [Read More]

June 25th, 2015|Help, Hot, Life, You|

3 New Apps for Restaurant Lovers

imgres-2Whether you’re reserving a spot and paying the bill at a new restaurant on your phone or having a rotating menu of items delivered straight to your door, the newest apps are finding creative ways make five-star eating even easier. These three in particular will make dining [Read More]

June 24th, 2015|Hot, Stuff, You|

The Best (Free!) 10-Minute Online Workouts

home-workout-yogaWorking out at home is a great way to save time and money, not to mention avoid going outside when the weather is steamy. And good news: Not only can you avoid delayed subways or traffic, but you can also get an effective workout in in [Read More]

June 23rd, 2015|Hot, Life, You|

Peek Could Revolutionize Healthcare in Developing Countries

main_low_techYour smartphone is already equipped to be your own virtual personal trainer—it gives you fitness insight through apps that track your speed and gait. There have also been some other health apps designed to improve your overall well-being—and that’s not even including all the bells and whistles the [Read More]

June 10th, 2015|Hot, Life, You|

zTailors, the Uber of Tailors

tailor-w724These days, with hairstylists and manicurists who’ll show up on your doorstep at the push of a button and services such as same-day shipping for e-commerce purchases, there’s little need to leave your house. One less errand you’ll have to run now? Going to the tailor.

The New [Read More]

June 8th, 2015|Hot, Job, Life, You|

Radio Recap: How to Have Difficult Conversations

CGiNyuXUIAA598C.jpg-largeFrom explaining the birds and bees to your kids to handling conflicts with an underperforming employee, having difficult conversations is a part of everyday life so why do we put them off so much? Yesterday on ‘Dot Complicated with Randi Zuckerberg’ the topic of difficult conversations [Read More]

June 4th, 2015|Hot, Life, You|

Multitasking with Technology Can Rewire Your Brain

multi700Whether you’re texting in real time about the Mad Men series finale, trying to get work done while watching a movie with your family, or just online shopping while you veg out, tech-heavy multitasking can do harmful things to your brain. New research shoes that switching focus [Read More]

June 4th, 2015|Hot, Life, You|

These Videos Show How Important Retouching Can Be

moss-retouchingWe all know that fashion editorials and magazine covers are highly retouched. And while we’ve seen the dramatic before-and-after photos of celebrities who magically shrink a few sizes and suddenly look wrinkle-free, Elizabeth Moss, the founder and head retoucher of Rare Digital Art, has released [Read More]

June 3rd, 2015|Hot, You|