Personal Improvement

My collection of thrifted artwork, quilts, uranium glass, Pyrex bowls and stained glass pieces aren't things that have much value to anyone other than me. That's why when I'm gone, I expect they'll all end up in a thrift store or dumpster, and I'm okay with that. ...

January is a great time for a reset in many areas of our life: our attitude, our body and our surroundings. If you're knee-deep in cleaning out your junk drawers, or dumping the leftover eggnog, then you know what we're talking about. ...

Ann Hamilton is one of Ohio's best-known artists, but if you're not familiar with her work, you'll get a chance to explore it in a new Cleveland Museum of Art exhibit this winter. ...

If you cringe after seeing any pictures of yourself, you’re not alone. A lot of people are critical of how they look in photos, but why is that? ...

What did we read in 2025? Cuyahoga County Public Library just released its list of most-borrowed print and ebooks for the year. If you're in a reading rut, get a jump start on 2026 with these suggested titles. ...

Looking for something interesting to do after the holidays? Then check out Cuyahoga County Public Library's list of upcoming, free virtual talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders. Here's a list to get you started. ...

Communication can be tricky with family and friends. But if you're trying to talk to a doctor in a hospital or at an office visit, it's not only tricky, but also intimidating. The stakes are highest at a time when we, or a loved one, are at our lowest. Thrive's Caregiver Corner columnist and blogger Jennifer Beach offers ways to bridge the communication gap with your healthcare team. ...

Now here's a great way to spend part of the next couple of cold months: take a college class. Registration is open now for Baldwin Wallace's Institute for Learning in Retirement-East (ILR-East). ...