It’s January and you feel like crawling into bed and staying there until spring—or at least until Mr. Groundhog declares warmer weather is on the way. If the winter blues have you down, you’re not alone. It’s common to feel tired, unhealthy and even mildly depressed after the holidays wind down. But the reasons might not be exactly what you think. Here are five culprits to consider, and advice on how to combat them. … //READ MORE

Many of us hate making New Year’s resolutions. First of all, they’re so cliché. Second, why wait until January to do something you should be doing all year long? And finally, if you’re going to make a promise to yourself, why choose something you’re not likely to accomplish (like abolishing every last drop of sugar from your diet), or something that shouldn’t be rushed (remember how Charlotte in Sex and the City promised herself, “This is the year I meet and marry Mr. Right!”—to disastrous results).

Here are five resolutions that are meaningful, achievable and worthy of your attention year round. Making just one of these a consistent goal can have lasting positive effects on your entire life, from your relationships and career to your mental health. So give them a try, but go easy on yourself (see #4) if you regress now and then. … //READ MORE

Yes, you’ve been hearing holiday songs everywhere since Halloween, but today’s the day you may finally feel like listening to some. As you relax at home with your loved ones—perhaps sitting down for the first time after a busy week—here are our Top 10 Holiday Songs of all time, suitable for every sentiment this season. Get your playlists ready! … //READ MORE

This week, many of us are spending some time in the kitchen. We’re slicing, dicing and combining delicious flavors into festive dishes to share with friends and family. And to ensure that our holiday meals turn out just right, we’ve chosen the freshest, most aromatic ingredients available. If we’re lucky enough to live in a warmer climate, some of those ingredients may have even come straight from our garden. 

According to Allison Evanow, founder of Novato, Calif.,-based Square One Organic Spirits, this creative impulse lies behind everything culinary—whether it’s served on a plate or in a cocktail glass. … //READ MORE

The other day on the phone, my mother told me again. “You do too much. Why do you do this to yourself? You’re always running around. You should learn how to say no.” She’s said these things to me for years, partially because she remembers how exhausting it is to be a mom. But also because she can’t understand why I take on so much responsibility that falls outside what she considers the normal realm of family obligations.

Sure, I’m taking care of a home, a marriage, two kids and a dog, as well as attempting to get a new business off the ground. I also freelance, volunteer a lot of time to my children’s school, attend conferences, and very often host meetings and get-togethers in my home. This is stuff my mother didn’t do when she was raising a family—partially because she wasn’t cursed with the same kind of frenetic energy I have, but also because she had no real need—like I do, living so far from my family back East … //READ MORE

The holidays are upon us, and finding the perfect gift for every family member, friend and co-worker can be a daunting task. But before you get your holiday stockings in a bunch just thinking about all that shopping, relax. Red Typewriter has you covered. Here are some fun and unique ideas for everyone on your list—from Uncle Fred to Fido. … //READ MORE