While there is no doubt that women have come a long way from the discrimination and struggles they faced in the previous century when it came to getting an education and finding a job, the sad reality is that when you look at the hard facts, there is still a fair amount of inequality when it comes to women’s role in the working world. Whether you’re a working woman yourself or just want to help support the rights of women, these facts are a surefire wake-up call that women still don’t always get a fair shake when it comes to getting paid, attaining promotions, or entering certain... 

The majority of people in the world are arguably “nice”… but do they have what it takes to be a good friend? 1. Humility - Perhaps the most important thing to look for in a friend is their ability to say “I’m sorry” when they have wronged you. No friendship can survive over time without apologies when someone has been hurt. Without humility, relationships quickly turn into a pile of bitterness and competition. Along with apologies, it’s also important that your friend is willing to forgive you. 2. Generosity - Even the most humble of friends will start... 

White noise: one of the best ways to soothe the soul of a sensitive college student. While college can be an exciting and fruitful experience, it can also be a challenging time for Highly Sensitive People (HSPs). As the first time when many students are living away from home, college presents many potential challenges for the HSP: -Eating dining hall food. -Living in a dormitory. -Having roommates. -Being around loud parties. -Not knowing people at first. College is a crucial time in life and doing well, both in classes and in general life, can have large ramifications for the rest of one’s... 

Pretty much anyone can buy an ATM machine. Apparently I raised a hackle or two. Seems my little stunt got the attention of industry insiders, and not all of them believe that I bought a used ATM on Craigslist, which turned out to contain thousands of credit card numbers. Well, it did actually happen, and despite what many say, that the ATM couldn’t have contained 16-digit credit and debit card numbers on it, it did. The most intense resistance to my experiment came from one Boston cop who watched me plant this thing in Downtown Crossing. He crossed his arms, glared at me, and when I walked... 

Most graduate schools require letters of recommendation. You need to think strategically about whom you choose to write these letters. If you are applying to graduate school directly from college, or a few years out, your letters should most likely be from your previous professors. If you have work experience, you may submit a professional letter of recommendation along with one from an academic source. Especially important will be a letter from a boss who is active in the field your plan earn your graduate degree. If you have been active in campus or community organizations, a letter from someone... 

New Year’s Eve – a sparkly dress, a glittering party, a bubbly drink, and if you’re lucky, a kiss that lingers minutes past midnight. What better way to send off 2009 (good riddance!) and ring in the next decade? Yet, anyone who’s ever experienced a New Year’s Eve knows the expectations are higher than for almost any other night of the year – and the pressures, dangers, and stresses are doubled as well. Whether it’s how to tell your boyfriend that you’d like to remain a virgin into 2010 or that tonight’s the night to try something new, it’s... 

I am shedding light on the sustained periods of personal “growth” we as women get thrown into like gladiators left to fend for themselves with no advanced notice or appropriate armor or weaponry. I am talking about the week you were let go from work, found out your man was getting cozy with the bartender at your favorite watering hole (how dare he make me switch bars), your credit card interest rate just about doubled and your pms seemed to have kicked in about two weeks two early. WARNING: Do not down all the spirits in your liquor cabinet, much less ingest all items in your pantry...