By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Despite the best of intentions, most New Year’s resolutions have a relatively short life span: approximately 80% of them are abandoned by early February. It doesn’t have to be this way. Experts have identified various reasons why resolutions so often fail and, by implication, come up…
By Family Features | Contributor Maintain Target Air Pressure The impact changing temperatures have on your tire pressure can create numerous issues, including poor handling, worse gas mileage, excessive wear and overloading. Prevent problems by checking your air pressure at least once a month when your tires are cool and before…
Sheryl Lilly Pidgeon | Publisher and Editor-in-Chief, Goodlifefamilymag.com Who doesn’t love a celebration? But make no mistake – a celebration is most rewarding after plenty of hard work and determination; and the tougher the task at hand, the sweeter the success. Now, as we toast to our 10th anniversary, the GLF team…
By Family Features | Contributor As you age, your doctor’s interest in your cholesterol level is likely to increase. That’s no coincidence. High cholesterol and age are two significant risk factors for heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States. You may not be able…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. | Contributor The start of the new year is a traditional time for making important pledges to ourselves and loved ones. Whether the goal is to focus more on your health or to spend more quality-time with family and friends, the reality is that it can…
By Tricia White | Managing Editor Give your child a chance to shine in the 2026 DART Student Art Contest! Kids K-12 can win prizes and have their artwork featured on DART. DART invites students in kindergarten through 12th grade to enter their annual Student Art Contest for a chance…
By American Heart Association | Contributor Working is filled with many frustrations. But the good news is that there are ways to prioritize your mental and physical well-being during the work day. Even small changes matter and can lead to big improvements. Here are some top tips that you can…
By Family Features | Contributor The holiday season is often a time of joy, connection and celebration. For millions of families across the country, however, it is also a season of uncertainty, wondering how to put food on the table or meet other essential needs. According to the USDA, more…
By Tanni Haas, Ph.D. Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to get the kids thinking about the things in their lives that they should be grateful for. Here’s a list of 14 ways to do just that. Ask the kids to write about something that happened over the past year for…