What’s Cooking During Arizona Restaurant Week
It’s the most edible time of the year! The Arizona Restaurant Association, the organization which advocates for and supports the hospitality industry throughout the state, announces the return of its popular bi-annual event, Arizona Restaurant Week (ARW) — taking place Friday, Sept. 8 through Sunday, Sept. 17. During 2023 Fall…
Change Unhealthy Behaviors
Most Americans know the fundamentals of good health: exercise, proper diet, sufficient sleep, regular check-ups, and no smoking or excessive alcohol. Yet, despite this knowledge, changing existing behaviors can be difficult. Look no further than the New Year Resolution, 80% of which fail by February.1 Generally, negative motivations are inadequate…
“Tipflation” May Be Causing Tipping Backlash As More Digital Prompts Ask For Tips
Tired of “tipflation”? It’s time to talk about the tipping backlash! According to Bankrate, 2/3 of Americans now hold a negative view of tipping, and the number of consistent tippers is declining. Digital payments and automatic tipping prompts are fueling the frustration. Eliminating tipping practices is challenging, as restaurants that…
10 Ways to Honor Dad on Father’s Day
Fun, tender and sacred memories you can create with your dad this day and every day. 1 – Spend Unhurried Time Sounds simple, but with our busy lives, it takes intentional planning to find time for unhurried eyeball-to-eyeball moments with our loved ones. If you can’t be there in person with…
Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen
Want to give your child or grandchild a financial head start? A Roth IRA might be a choice to consider. Read on to learn more about how doing this may benefit both of you. Rules for setting up a Roth IRA. If your teen has an earned income, you may…
Inventorying Your Possessions
Only four in ten Americans have a home inventory, despite the fact that 3.4 million Americans were displaced by natural disasters in 2022.1,2 It’s great to have insurance against damage and loss, but if you can’t show proof of your possessions, it may result in a protracted settlement process with…
10 Ways to keep cool in the summer heat
As Arizonans, we have learned to take advantage of, and appreciate the warm summer months. But, on those scorching hot summer days, too much fun in the sun can lead to heat-related health risks like heat stroke. So, how can you and the family can keep cool outdoors? We’ve made…
Can Money Buy Happiness?
In 2010, a study was published by two Nobel prize-winning economists purporting that people with more money feel better about their lives. However, that held true only up to an annual salary of $75,000 ($90,000 in today’s dollars). Past the $75k threshold, people weren’t necessarily any happier. That scenario has…
Challenges & Comfort Zones
Challenges are what make life interesting and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. Joshua Marine Comfort zones are cozy, but staying in them forever won’t get you very far. In fact, you won’t go anywhere at all—because the prerequisite to growth and improvement is *drum roll please* challenging yourself.…