All over the country, high-power professionals are trading in their high-paying, high-stress careers, with their 60-hour weeks and $200 ties, for a more fulfilling life. This trend, known as 'downshifting' is catching on, as over-worked professionals seek to find balance in their lives.

Whether you’re a single parent or married, raising kids who are healthy, happy, educated and disciplined is a full-time job. As a parent, you have to give up doing things you want to do for yourself in order to make sure your kids have your undivided attention whenever they can. Fortunately, parents who want to return to school now have more opportunity to do so, thanks to the flexibility and convenience offered by online education outlets.

People use social media for a variety of reasons. What role does social media play in your life? What role should it play?

Is it easier to climb Mount Everest than to start a small business in America today? More than 65 percent of Americans think so, according to a recent survey. Yet 70 percent also believe small businesses are more likely to turn around the economy than the federal government, reveals the survey by Wakefield Research conducted on behalf of e-commerce platform Alibaba.com.

You work hard for your money. By thinking carefully about how you spend it, you can cut down on unnecessary expenses. Here are five easy strategies for making sure more of your income stays in your pocket.

With all the talk about a recession and the declining economy, it’s hard to feel any kind of job security lately. However, starting an online business can be a quick and affordable way to make additional money and, it provides a safe back-up plan if you fear your job might be in jeopardy.

Whatever its source, prolonged stress can have serious health consequences. Take these tips from massage professionals to help relieve your stress.