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5 Books to Inspire Your Best Life

My whole life I have been an avid reader and in the last ten years, I have really taken to self-help books. Self-help, spiritual, advice, or whatever you want to call them, I love them. I’ve read dozens and they have made a positive impact on my life. Here are a five of my favorites that I recommend to my friends all of the time.

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Protecting Your Mental Health During the Pandemic That is Coronavirus

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE, AMIRITE?! Ok, I’ll admit…all the Quarantine memes can be pretty funny, but, in all honesty—the world is going through a lot of turmoil right now because of the Coronavirus. And, well, it can be triggering. If all the Coronavirus talk is causing you to feel all sorts of emotions—you’re not alone and you shouldn’t be ashamed.

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Visit the Hamptons on a Budget

The South Fork of Long Island is known for being a haven for affluent Manhattanites and celebrities who are eager to flee the city in search of fresh farmland, oceanside views, and, of course, rosé. After a weekend road-tripping through this region, to my surprise, I realized that there were a ton of activities to do in the eastern hamlets and villages of Long Island that are accessible for the everyday explorer.

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Every Iconic Dish You Need to Eat in New York City

New York City is filled with endless options when it comes to food. You can’t possibly try everything the city has to offer, but you can easily eat your way through this incredible city. Whether you’re here for a few days or you call NYC home, there’s lots of food to try. I’ve rounded up my favorite dishes (at the moment) in New York City.

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How To Make Your Resume Standout (Straight from a Recruiter)

Throughout my career as a recruiter, I’ve interviewed hundreds of candidates and reviewed thousands of resumes. I’ve seen it all. From the dreaded use of Comic Sans to a resume that was NINE pages long. NINE. I’ve also seen some really beautiful, concise, and creative resumes. Along the way, I’ve picked up on what makes for a bad resume, a good one, and a resume that really stands out from the rest.

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Indie Beauty Brands That Are *Actually* Innovating

The beauty space is...cramped, to say the least. New skincare and makeup brands are popping up left and right. Because of the saturation in the space, it’s become even more difficult to innovate. That’s why the products I’m discussing in this article are so kickas*! I’m dishing on some of my favorite indie beauty products that are totally changing the game.

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Cozy Up With Vegan Chipotle Chili

There are few things as comforting as a bowl of chili on a cold winter night. It’s the perfect dish to cozy up and watch your favorite show or sports event. But chili is meant to be shared, and I love the idea of turning it into a dinner party dish with a few extra glam touches (hello, microgreens!). Nothing wrong with putting a regular pot of chili on the table, but trust me, this version will be your new fave.

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