Excuses are the nails used to build a house of failure. ~Don Wilder Excuses amount to nothing and only push you further away from you goal. Remember, everyone is working with the same 24 hours in a day. You have to make the most with what you are given. Instead of coming up with reasons […]

Paying your bills on time seems like a no-brainer but you wouldn’t believe the millions of Americans who are negatively impacted by late fees. With the average late fee around 30 dollars, it can be costly to go past your due date. First off, you should list the due dates of your bills. Next, schedule […]

With the new school year comes the return of homework assignments which can be stressful on students AND parents. Now a new study may help explain some of that stress. According to a study by The American Journal of Family Therapy, students in the early elementary school years are being assigned significantly more homework than […]

“One man’s opinion does not have to become your reality.” – Les Brown You don’t have to sacrifice your happiness to please others. Remember, there will be naysayers but there will also be YOU to prove them wrong. Don’t be discouraged when people doubt you. Instead, keep working towards your goal.

Weight loss is primarily calories in vs. calories out. If your goal is to lose weight, you must burn more calories than you consume. A great way to track calories is by using a mobile app. One of my favorites is myfitnesspal.com. It lets you log your meals and help you avoid overeating. There’s also […]

If you woke up breathing, be grateful! You have another chance to be better. ~Andrea Boydston There may come times when you feel sorry for yourself but keep in mind that there are people who would still trade places with you. Instead of wasting your life dwelling on past mistakes, make the most of each […]

I’m not suggesting that you stop going out all together but a night out on the town with your crew can be costly. Instead of depleting your food and entertainment budget, invite your friends over. Buy some food, light up the grill, watch movies and play cards with your guests. You’ll ALL save money and […]

As a mother of 4 children, I’ve learned that the best way to lose weight and keep it off is through “inter dependency.” You want to have enough discipline to stick to your fitness program but you also need to be around people who are like-minded and will encourage you. If you are feeling unmotivated, try […]

Listen to Majic 107.5/97.5 every weekday at 11:43 to learn ways to cushion your pockets. Today’s tip is to always shop with a list. Most of us are victims of going to the store for a pack of batteries or some milk and leaving with a cart FULL of stuff, most of which we really […]

“If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.” – Anon The closer you are, the harder it gets but don’t be discouraged, challenges are often a sign that you are growing. If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you. Remember, all the magic happens OUTSIDE of your comfort zone.

Maria More caught up with Mr. Dalvin and K-Ci of Jodeci at the Neighborhood Awards Expo where the two spoke about the importance of the Neighborhood Awards, the state of R&B and more. “To me, R&B is in a state of crisis, if you wanna call it. I love Chris Brown, I love a lot […]

“Don’t let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace.” – Author Unknown You cannot control a person’s actions but you can control your response. Remember, happiness is a choice and someone cannot make you angry unless you let them. Don’t let the behavior of others destroy your inner peace. Instead, focus on the love […]