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What if rejection wasn’t something to fear—but a skill to build? In this episode of A Productive Conversation, I chat with Alice Draper, founder of Hustling Writers and host of My Rejection Story. Alice has helped clients land interviews on hundreds of top podcasts and is on a mission to demystify the power of rejection, especially for creatives and entrepreneurs. We explore what it means to navigate self-rejection, build visibility in an increasingly noisy world, and pitch yourself without compromising your voice. As someone who’s been on both sides of the podcast pitch, Alice shares refreshing insights that go beyond the usual tips…
If you’ve tried every popular diet and have thrown your healthy eating efforts to the wind because you haven’t gotten the lasting weight loss results you crave, we’ve got you! There are powerful hacks to lose 10 pounds you’ve likely overlooked. In fact, as registered dietitians and personal trainers specializing in weight loss, we can assure you that the hacks we share with our clients help them to lose 10 pounds with ease–and keep that weight off! And while each is effective, it also requires minimal effort, not a complete diet overhaul, the way that many popular diets do. Gradual,…
It’s clearly evident my hair is lacking the attention it deserves. Signs like shedding, split ends, a flaky scalp, and sparse spots along my hairline are just a few annoying yet worrisome concerns I’ve been battling lately. While it’s completely normal for hair to have its bad days, I even can admit I’ve taken too long of a break from maintaining it regularly. That’s why I’m renewing my hair care collection with new revitalizing picks, starting with hair growth oils. Enter the Luseta Biotin Hair Growth Oil, which is formulated to improve your mane’s appearance and texture. Best of all,…
Before Phillip Solomon ever picked up a dumbbell, he was flipping through the pages of the Muscle & Fitness magazine he’d occasionally pick up at an airport newsstand. At the time, he was a teenager struggling with his weight. He eventually developed an obsession with sculpting better triceps—long before he even knew the work it took to develop a set of arms like he sports today. So when we sat down for this interview, the irony wasn’t lost on Solomon. “This is the dream of the dream,” he tells me. “It was the only magazine I bought, every flight, every…
Good quality wine is more accessible and affordable than ever, especially in big box stores which offer premium wines without the associated price tag. Reds, whites, roses, sparkling options, and imported wines are all available at excellent price points, so no matter what your budget, you can get something truly impressive without breaking the bank. So which wines do people recommend? Here are six big box wines just as good as the high-end expensive bottles, shoppers say. Kirkland Signature Champagne Brut Costco The Kirkland Signature Champagne Brut is fantastic value for money (depending on where you are it will run…
If the phrase “diabetes-friendly dessert” makes you think of sad sugar-free cookies that taste like cardboard, we’ve got some good news: Times have changed!There isn’t one eating plan or diet approach to manage type 2 diabetes. That means if you want to find a way to make desserts—ones that actually taste good—part of your diet, there’s probably a way to swing it, Edwina Clark, MS, RD, tells SELF. This is especially true if you’re willing to roll up your sleeves and make the sweets yourself. As a general rule, she recommends that people with diabetes enjoy treats with minimal added…
Running has long held the spotlight when it comes to fat loss, but it’s far from the most efficient method. High-intensity movements push your muscles harder, spike your heart rate faster, and drive post-workout fat burn for hours. These exercises activate more muscle groups at once, which means more metabolic demand and more results in less time. Each of these seven moves requires full-body power, precision, and purpose. You won’t coast through them the way you might with a steady jog, they demand explosive energy and total focus. But that’s what makes them effective. You’ll build lean muscle, boost endurance,…
Miss out on this year’s Memorial Day Weekend sales? Don’t stress—the Nordstrom half-yearly sale is on through June 1 with deals up to 60% off. It’s not quite on the same level as the retailer’s anniversary sale (watch for that later this summer), but, with markdowns on some of our favorite brands (hello, Nike, Spanx, Hoka, and New Balance), it’s definitely a worthy warmup. Shop our top picks from the sale below, including comfy sneakers, sleek activewear, and highly useful accessories.Best sneaker dealsNikeAir PegasusIf the coveted Nike V2K is sold out in your size, go for this retro sportstyle version…
If you’re looking for a healthy and satisfying, weight loss breakfast without all the sugar and carbs in most breakfasts, these Protein Pancakes with Pumpkin Banana Cream Syrup are the perfect choice, holiday season or not! They’re packed with 20 grams of protein (in just under 200 calories!) to keep you feeling full your cravings at bay and help prevent overeating later. But unlike most breakfasts that help you to lose body fat, these are so delicious you’ll want to eat the whole batch- and you can!- and for less than 400 calories! Plus, if you choose to, you’ll get…
Tired of the same old floor workouts? We totally get it, which is why we chatted with a fitness expert to learn the five best exercises to melt belly fat without ever lying down. Standing core moves force your body to gain stability through your legs, back, and hips. “That means you’re recruiting more muscle fibers (and torching more calories) every rep,” says Colin Morrow, ACE CPT, NASM CES, TRX, senior fitness manager and training specialist at The Edge Fitness Clubs. When you twist, lean, or lift from a standing position, you fire up your glutes, abs, obliques, quads, hamstrings,…