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Tracing Your Family Heritage Online

Have you ever wondered about your family heritage?

Family Concept

Years ago my mother and I looked through a big box of documents in the basement. My grandmother had spent years collecting documents and photographs that told the story about our family lineage.  Our [Read More]

October 3rd, 2013|You|

What Our Selfies Say About Us

The selfie.

If you have social media accounts, you’ve probably done it. If you spend more than a few hours a day on your social media accounts – you’ve probably over done it.

I been reading so many scary articles lately on teenagers, social media, sex and selfies. Teenage girls are sitting at home staring at their [Read More]

October 3rd, 2013|You|

“They Wanted To Talk And Be Heard:” Today’s Teens Navigate Tech

Technology has given today’s teens a massive amount of opportunity.  But without direction, this amazing tool can be a source of confusion, or worse, disillusionment, rather than empowerment.  And with the potential for cyber bullying, the internet and social media can even become a place of fear.

My team has been working with teens [Read More]

September 23rd, 2013|You|

5 Days Without Internet: Blessing Or Curse?

The five days I didn’t have Internet access at home were painful and strangely wonderful – just not at the same time. It all started one morning when I went to my desk, coffee in hand, as I always do, to start my day. A few clicks and nothing. No bars. No Safari. Nothing.

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September 16th, 2013|You|

Actually, I Made It

All my life I’ve loved to make things. While other little girls played with Barbie dolls and learned how to put their hair in ponytails, I sorted through my massive Lego collection, building structures without any particular roadmap. As I got older, the Legos stayed behind with my younger brothers while I went off [Read More]

September 2nd, 2013|You|

5 Times To Put Your Phone Down On Vacation

1. On the road trip there: Especially if you’re the driver. As tempting as it may be to play CandyCrush to while away the hours, revel in the drive. Enjoy seeing a new part of the country or the companionship of your fellow travelers. This is a perfect time to charge up your battery with [Read More]

August 20th, 2013|You|

Stress-Free Shopping? Sign Me Up

I love to shop. I never thought a personal styling service would be my thing. I have a decent eye for what works well on my body and enjoy the whole dressing room ritual, perusing through the store and finding the perfect item for my event.

But then I started working full time, with [Read More]

August 9th, 2013|You|

Dot Complicated: Letter From The Editor

Hi, I’m Randi Zuckerberg, founder and CEO of Zuckerberg Media. I’m so excited to tell you about Dot Complicated, our brand new twice-weekly newsletter and web community about wired living. We’re aiming to help you untangle your modern and wonderful life.

Things have definitely gotten more fun and efficient (there’s seriously an app for everything!), but [Read More]

July 16th, 2013|You|

Fighting To Get My Pre-Baby Body Back

Somehow, during my pregnancy I gained about 60 pounds. I started out at about 118 pounds, made my way past 168 pounds and then stopped stepping on the scale. Okay, so you’re probably thinking I indulged myself in craving after craving. Quite the contrary (for the most part). I mean, there was the occasional cookie [Read More]

June 25th, 2013|You|

Screen Time Before Bed Disrupts Sleep

Today, if you ask someone how they’re doing, it’s common for them to respond, “I’m tired.” Tired has become our new normal – but that doesn’t mean it’s healthy for us.

A recent poll done by the National Sleep Foundation found that 95% of Americans use some kind of technology an hour before they go to [Read More]

June 15th, 2013|You|