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 Look Like a Beauty Without the Sleep. As we spring ahead again and adjust our internal clocks for Daylight Savings, we must be prepared for those mornings when sleep doesn’t come naturally – a condition known as “Daylight Savings Hangover.” The good news is that there is a way to look refreshed and awake – even if your sleep schedule is in the dumps. Tip 1: Shut it down – electronics that is. Before going to sleep, shut down all electronics – that means TV, computer and, yes, your blackberry. These all are stimulants for the brain, and if you’re answering emails in bed at 10 p.m., you’re going to have a difficult time getting to sleep. Hit the power switch at least an hour before bedtime. Tip 2: Get up … NOW! Once the alarm goes off, get out of bed immediately. Snoozing is not sleep; it’s just prolonging the inevitable. Tip 3: So now that you’re up – do something. Try a morning workout to get motivated and feel energized for the day. Take a quick run or hit an early...

Why Women Benefit from Financial Planning As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we take time to reflect on the important contributions women of different backgrounds have made to our country and on the importance of diversity and inclusion in our communities and economy.We should also celebrate the women serving their communities as financial planners and emphasize that gender diversity and inclusion in the financial planning profession is very good for business.Attracting and retaining an inclusive, gender-diverse financial planner workforce that better reflects the United States population’s shifting demographics has been a central, profession-wide focus in recent years, particularly following the 2015 launch of the CFP Board Center for Financial Planning. The Center is driven to create a more diverse and sustainable financial planning profession, working to provide financial planning advice to all Americans who need it — regardless of their backg...

Can I wear my contact lenses during the COVID-19 pandemic? Five Facts: Contact Lenses, Glasses & amp; COVID-19 It’s a common question: can I wear my contact lenses during the COVID-19 pandemic? New research led by the Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE) is helping the billions of people who rely on contact lenses or glasses take care of their eyes, dispelling coronavirus myths. Dr. Lyndon Jones, CORE’s director and the world’s most-published expert in contact lens research, offers these valuable tips for healthy vision.1. You Can Keep Wearing Contact Lenses. There is currently no scientific evidence that contact lens wearers have an increased risk of contracting COVID-19 compared with glasses wearers. As always, you should consult your own eye doctor with any specific questions.2. Good Hygiene Habits are Critical. Thorough hand washing and drying are essential. Properly wear and care for your contact lenses, making sure you practice good contact-lens-case hygiene. Als...

 3 Things to Bring With You to Enjoy Any Sporting Event. How ‘bout them Cowboys? As pre-season gets into full swing and America gears up for the upcoming football season, sports fans are prepping their barbecues and coolers for tailgating and partying to celebrate the country’s most popular sport. Indeed, the end of summer is signaled by cooler weather, the start of football and the close of baseball, as it heads into the home stretch for the playoffs. Wherever your sports heart lies—be it with football, baseball, basketball or hockey—there’s a code of conduct when you’re supporting your favorite team at the next home game. In fact, there’s an unspoken rule for fans everywhere: Be passionate about your team, but not obnoxious. To ensure your next trip to the arena, stadium or ballpark is as relaxing and successful as ever, here are some key items to bring: stadium neighbour(s).   • Pack binoculars and seat cushions. Not only will you be comfortable, but you’ll be able to see t...