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Goodbye to All That - Burdened by the weight of wouldas, shouldas, and couldas, a former compulsive goal setter discovers the freedom of giving up.

Don't know about you, but this time of year, with the back-to-school sales and newpencil smell in the air, always makes me want to reinvent myself. When I was a kid, every fall was another chance to cast aside the embarrassments of the previous grade and turn into the totally cool individual I was born to be. (I'm still waiting.) Now it's another chance to launch my own version of New Year's resolutions. Let's call it my Fall Agenda of Improvements and Laudable Successes (a.k.a. FAILS). I look at running gear and consider signing up for a marathon. I invest in a new skin care regimen. I stock up on accordion files so I can finally get my papers in order.

The Books List Top Picks for Book Club & Beyond - National Book Award finalist Rumaan Alam captivated readers with 2020's startling Leave the World Behind.

The Books List Top Picks for Book Club & Beyond. Thrilling Lit Fiction National Book Award finalist Rumaan Alam captivated readers with 2020's startling Leave the World Behind. In his new novel, Brooke is a young woman living in New York City, working at an aging billionaire's family foundation, yearning to find her purpose.After her employer enlists her help in deciding how to give away his fortune, she becomes entranced by the power of wealth. Suspenseful and deliciously unsettling, Entitlement examines the seductive pull of money and its ability to warp our perspectives.

Go With Your Gut - Each of us has a little voice inside that knows more than the conscious mind. It's called intuition, and it deserves your attention.

Cognitive scientists, who study how human beings think and reason, generally define intuition as knowledge gained without rational thought, and they believe it's a natural part of how our brains work. Humans have two main ways of absorbing information. One is a slow, deliberate process, in which we methodically analyze details for instance, comparing two laptop models before buying. The second happens almost instantly, and the insight feels like it came out of the blue. In fact, though, it's based on data we've gathered subconsciously over time and, in a flash, connected with our past experiences.

buh-bye, beige!

Magnolia Network star and interior designer Natalie Papier colorized a classic 1920s Oak Park, Illinois, home using lots of paint, some wallpaper, and a bunch of brilliant tricks.

What to Wear for the In-Between Weather

Will it be hot outside, or brisk and chilly? Yes! And these on-trend pieces will help you get it just right.

SAME YEAR, NEW YOU!

25 little ways to reset yourself for fall

CONQUERING YOUR INNER CRITIC

You're able to give everyone else grace when they mess up. But when it comes to yourself? Not so much.

how we live

ADVICE, INSPIRATION & A LITTLE PEACE OF MIND

YOUR CLEANING TOOLS

Spread suds, not grime! The stuff in your utility closet needs to be washed too. Here's how to get each job done.

BOOST YOUR SUPERMARKET SMARTS

Whether you love grocery shopping or hate it, you can probably stand to be better at it. So we asked insiders to chime in with their top tips.

how to do things

IDEAS, DIYS & REALLY GOOD TIPS

5 Juneteenth Celebrations

Plan a seriously fun trip that’s rooted in history.

what to COOK

RECIPES FOR REAL LIFE

THE BEST

Sometimes it's not enough for our editors to be instantly impressed by a product. Sometimes we want to push it to the limits in one of our three labs, our own homes, or both to see how it holds up under pressure. We cook, we wear, we smear, we clean. We evaluate and tally. Then we give out the REAL SIMPLE Selects seal. When we put that label on something, that means it's among the 5,200-plus products we've formally evaluated according to strict protocols. On this list: some of our current faves. If you see something you like, scan the QR code and get shopping!

Women & Their Finances

We partnered with the brilliant minds at the finance site Investopedia to determine what’s holding women back in the money department. The findings? We’re on our way! But we’ve got some work to do.

MAKE YOUR JEWELRY SHINE

A treasure trove of tips to get your sparkly things ready for primetime

BLUEBERRY SWEET CORN SHORTCAKE

Two of summer's best ingredients come together in an epic dessert just begging to be invited to a party.

Modern Manners Advice for Your Social Quandaries

My husband's niece is getting married in eight months. The save-the-date only had my husband's name, my name, and my husband's two kids' names (my stepkids).

how we live

ADVICE, INSPIRATION A LITTLE PEACE OF MIND

design rules you should definitely break

When it comes to expressing yourself at home, sometimes it's best to ignore the \"supposed tos\" and do your own darn thing instead. As proof, we offer these rule-breaking rooms from six of our favorite designers.

THE BRIGHTEST

On this list, you'll find the people, products, and ideas that light up our world, show us the way, and change the game.

CHOW TIME

Make sure your dog is getting all the nutrition she needs.

SPLISH, SPLASH

Before you let your pup dive into the deep end, here's how to help her get on swimmingly in the water.

A RUNNING START

Your dream jogging buddy has four legs and a fur coat, and she's ready to go.

BASIC TRAINING

Be consistent. Make it fun. And bring lots of treats.

YOUR BED OR MINE?

Doctors and sleep pros tackle the thorny question of where Pepper should sleep.

HOME ALONE

A training pro offers advice to prep your pet for solo time.

SAVING MONEY ON DOG EXPENSES

Your pup can run up the bills, but we're here to help with some wallet-friendly tips and tricks.

THE RIGHT STUFF

Calling all puppy parents: Have you consulted our vet-approved checklist for all things dog?

THINGS PEOPLE DO THAT DOGS CAN'T STAND

Do you hug her? Dress her up? Rush through her walks? You may be getting on your pet's nerves.