Brit Haines
Brit Haines is a freelance writer, urban gardener, and book nerd. She created http://bewrit.com/ in 2015, where creative people head to find motivation and actionable tips. Follow her on Twitter @be_writ to stay updated.
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5 Instagram Tips for New Bloggers
Instagram may not have always been the best social media outlet for bloggers, particularly because of the visual nature of the app and lack of link placement options, but it is quickly becoming more useful. *Disclaimer: This post contains an affiliate link. As you probably know, when you grow your blog you have to wear multiple hats. You're a writer, editor, producer, accountant, advertiser, networker, affiliate, marketer, and social media specialist. (Plus, more). Instagram, Continue Reading
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36 Things You Can Achieve In Under Two Minutes
Do you ever feel like there's not enough time in the day? Like you just can't get everything done, or like procrastination holds you back from accomplishing your goals? I know I do, and it's amazing how many daily tasks I allow to slip through my fingers. No amount of to-do lists can keep me on track, so all the healthy habits I'd like to have in my life don't always stick. Time management skills are pivotal to staying on track, but what does the concept really mean? According to the Oxford Dictionary, Continue Reading
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15 Tips You Need To Declutter Your Home
Mess causes stress, and studies show that cleaning alone reduces stress levels. A clean home can even improve eating and exercise habits while boosting your happiness. In a study published by the University of California, a messy home was proven to interfere with the body's de-stress hormone, cortisol's, levels simply because the thought of cleaning up stresses people out even if they don't plant to actually clean up. In an effort to live happier and healthier, I decided that since much of my Continue Reading
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13 Books That Will Make You Think For Days
The new year is here, and with it comes a slew of goals for the year ahead, reflections on the year left behind, and thoughts of self-improvement. We all want to be better and do better than the year before because otherwise what was it all for? (Read on if you need to find a reason why). As a classic introvert and book nerd, I completely believe that books can change lives. The written word is the single most important way that we, as humans going through this thing called life simultaneously, can Continue Reading
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25+ Gifts for Men Under $25
Full disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may receive a commission if you click a link and purchase something. The holidays are here! Whether you've procrastinated on your Christmas shopping or wrapping up last minute gifts, you've come to the right place! (We know you'd never forget about your daughter's boyfriend, who you're excited to be meeting over the holidays!) Below you'll find more than 25 different gifts for the men in your life, all of which cost less than Continue Reading
