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Take white noise, for example: It’s a solid option for many people seeking better sleep, but it’s no longer the only snooze-inducing noise option out there—and doesn’t always end up being the sleep panacea people hope for. If you’ve tried using white noise to fall asleep with no luck, allow us to introduce you to its “warmer,” more soothing cousin: pink noise. What is pink noise vs. white noise? Like white noise, pink noise is a non-descript, ongoing sound intended to lull people to sleep....

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These blue and white lights are just $16, and they can be wrapped around your trees outside because they’re waterproof. For more outdoor decor, try this fun coir doormat that says ‘Dreidel Dreidel Dreidel.’ You can find plenty of products for your kitchen, too, like this elegant Star of David table runner that will make a beautiful addition to your dining table for holiday dinners. Shop even more decorations ahead, starting at $11....

The Tao of Raven: An Alaska Native Memoir In her first book, Blonde Indian, Ernestine Hayes, recounts her journey of returning to her Tlingit home in Juneau, Alaska after many years away. In The Tao of Raven, Hayes digs deeper into this experience, combining elements of memoir and fiction to express frustration at the prejudices still facing Alaskan Natives on their own land. Connecting time and space in the Indigenous worldview, Hayes reflects on her own life—graduating from college in her fifties and becoming a professor and writer—and the legacy she will leave behind to future generations....

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Each one is easy enough to put together on a hectic morning, packed with satisfying flavors, and full of nutritious whole grains that not only boost your energy, but research suggests it may even help you live longer. How’s that for an eye-opener? Not sure which of these tasty dozen whole-grain breakfasts to try first? Start by studying which whole grains are the healthiest. Related Video

A Cookie for Every Craving Chocolate Linzer Cookies These gorgeous and sophisticated holiday cookies will be the highlight of any dessert spread. Get the recipe. The Best Sugar Cookie Way more than just a blank canvas for icing and sprinkles, this sugar cookie is delicious all on its own. Get the recipe. Marbled Cookies These gorgeous cookies are perfect for Hanukkah, or if you’re just going for a snow-globe vibe. Get the recipe....

Wall painting is pretty subjective, so white paint might not be right for your space or lifestyle; plenty of dark paint colors are just as beautiful on walls, trim, ceilings, and more. But if you’re considering white walls, these extra benefits might just push you closer to making that decision. (If that is the case, the next step is learning how to pick a white paint color.) Leigh Spicher, the national director of design studios for the homebuilder Ashton Woods offers some smart design facts about this vibrant color....

While there are affordable alternatives to traditional financial advisors, such as robo-advisors and online financial planning services, independent financial advisors can be valuable for managing investments. They can help you set and reach money goals and even help with estate planning. More importantly, a study by investing platform Envestnet PMC estimates that an advisor can add 3 percent value on investments each year. However, finding a financial advisor you trust is crucial for reaping the benefits, and the process requires research and thorough vetting....

When it comes to eating to support the immune system, Ditkoff reminds us that variety is key. “Eating a balanced and varied diet full of fruits and vegetables is more important than eating any one food,” she says. With that in mind, here are five foods to include in your rotation to help keep you on track for a healthy and delicious fall. “Consuming beta-carotene can help reduce the risk of developing certain cancers, may offer protection against asthma and heart disease, and may decrease the risk of macular degeneration....

Unfortunately, coming up with a functional kitchen layout usually involves a long list of options and materials to research, from countertops to flooring and everything in between. To pare down the decisions and eliminate the guesswork, consider a house plan that already has an envy-inducing kitchen included. Find the one that matches your style—whether that’s a modern farmhouse or a seaside getaway—then let your contractor handle the rest. We’re sharing our favorite Southern Living kitchen designs to help get those creative juices flowing....

Seriously, when the hardest part is preheating the oven, you know you’re in good shape. Get the Recipe: Sheet Tray Pizzas Get the Recipe: One-Pan Salmon With Roasted Cabbage and Olive Vinaigrette Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes Get the Recipe: Smoky Sheet Pan Clam Bake Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs With Fennel and Shallots Related Video

“Exercise in general is probably the best thing you can do for your brain,” says Matthew Stults-Kolehmainen, Ph.D., FACSM, exercise physiologist and exercise researcher Yale New Haven Hospital. “In fact, some researchers think the initial function of the brain was to help people to move.” The positive links between physical exercise and brain health—mental health and mood management, memory and executive functioning, and degenerative brain disease prevention—is a significant topic of research and discussion....

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Dress Up Supermarket Flowers Plant African violets in a wide, shallow ceramic pot. Cover with sheet moss (sold at most nurseries) to add a cozy feel and to help hold in moisture. Care: Direct morning light. Protect from the bright afternoon sun. To water, lift the moss so you can soak the soil. Keep the soil moist all the time; try not to get the leaves wet. Stage a Still Life With Succulents Like intricate little sculptures, mini cacti and succulents make an intriguing assemblage....

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But gifting money has a lot of questions around it. How much money can you gift to your family? How do you gift money to a child? Is just adding money to a Visa gift card a great gift? And how do you ask for money as a gift? According to Swann, the amount of money you gift depends on your budget, your relationship with the giftee, and the type of occasion....

We talked to a few folks who have actually managed to quit their jobs and live off their savings while doing whatever they love most—all before the age of 45. Some travel and others work on passion projects, but all of them have interesting and informed perspectives on saving and spending wisely according to your own retirement goals. First steps Ali and Alison Walker, the married couple who write the blog All Options Considered, didn’t settle on a particular savings rate until they really got clear on what they wanted to be able to do (and afford) in their early retirement....

Read on for everything you need to know about this first-of-its-kind sale. Is the Early Access Sale Only for Prime Members? No. Many of the Prime Early Access Sale deals will be available for non-Prime members. However, several deals may be exclusive to Prime members or they’ll be available at a steeper discount, along with free, two-day shipping. If you’re not a Prime member, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial to take advantage of the biggest savings....

More than just a mop, the PurSteam Steam Mop Cleaner is a 10-in-1 cleaning device decked out with accessories that can transform the steam mop into a truly all-purpose cleaner. The tool works on all common types of flooring like tile, hardwood, and vinyl, as well as carpet. And the detachable handheld unit allows you to steam clean more than just floors, so you can get to furniture, counters, and beyond....