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By Stephenie Zamora , GalTime.com

It's all about NOW. Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but if you've been thinking that someday you'll find the right man, get a real job, have the right friends or suddenly be OKAY, it's not going to happen.

THIS IS IT. RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW.

This moment is really all there is. The past is over and the future is unknown, yet that is where we choose to live, rather than in the present moment. We believe that the things we are experiencing now, they aren't real. Real life... happy and fulfilling life, that's down the road. That's yet to come.

What we fail to realize is that RIGHT NOW, we're living in a "someday" from the past. And in this frame of mind, we will constantly be striving for someday in the future, when everything will just fall into place, effectively MISSING OUT on the life we're supposed to be living NOW in order to create that.

All we have is this moment.

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By Tara Weng, GalTime.com

Healthier options are available! With the Super Bowl right around the corner (Go Pats!), chips and salsa, chili and cheese and lots of cured meats (not to mention the beverages) are becoming the norm. While delicious, these foods--in excess, can take a toll on your waist and your health. Believe it or not though you can make it through the Super Bowl with some healthier food options.

Registered Dietician, Stefania Manetti, offers some helpful and hopeful tips for football fans on how to switch up their usual fare and get some healthy grub on! She says the key is looking for fresh, wholesome ingredients and says opting for the "middle ground" is always the safest and best way to go--especially for us newbies. Here are some of her ideas for your football party platters:

• Try guacamole or hummus and replace half of your chips with a plate of colorful raw vegetables. Not only these are more nutritious but they could also help you feel less hungry and possibly reduce the

By Discount Dame Terri Storelli for GalTime.com

Roses are red...One of the first images that comes to mind when we think about Valentines day is a beautiful bouquet of one dozen red roses. Since the 17th century, when the Greeks deemed roses to be the favorite flower of Venus (the goddess of love) the idea of a dozen roses has become synonymous with Valentines Day.

Why twelve roses? Twelve is the number that represents completeness in many cultures. Think twelve months in a year, twelve eggs in a dozen, twelve signs in the zodiac. So how could you go wrong buying a dozen of these gorgeous long stem buds for your sweetheart? To quote Brett Michaels, "Every rose has it's thorn," and in this case that thorn is the price tag.

With rose prices climbing every year, you could very well end up paying between $55-$100 for a simple grouping of twelve red roses wrapped in brown paper. Want them delivered on Valentine's Day? Well, you are going to pay extra for that, and don't forget to tip the delivery

By Jessica Conway, GalTime.com

Looks for UNDER $100!Whether you're getting ready for a romantic dinner, or to paint the town red with your besties, one thing's for sure...you should love your Valentine's Day outfit! We asked Brittney Levine, style and trend expert, to give us some head-to-toe tips for the special night. And here's something that will make your heart go pitter-patter...all of her looks are $100 or less!

Don't push your bank account into the red. There is no reason to spend a fortune for an outfit or accessories that you will only be wearing for a few hours while out with friends or on a romantic date. Don't feel the need to buy brand new pieces to debut just for February 14th. Instead, I suggest adding one specific piece to your wardrobe. For example, if you're buying a new dress, go through the possible shoe, tights, and jewelry options that you already own so you don't have to splurge on the compliments. For your date or party, you can also try out a new hairstyle or makeup trend

By Romance Recovery's Johanna Lyman for GalTime.com

Nice guys really can finish first!Listen up guys everywhere -- I'm tired of hearing that nice guys finish last. Women, at least emotionally mature women, want a man who is nice, not a jerk. They just don't want a doormat.

Think nice, not passive. Doormats are no fun to date, but most women want to see their friends (and themselves) dating a nice guy.

To help you guys understand the difference, I came up with a list of things a man can do-- nice guy or not-- to finish first.

1. Act confident. If you don't believe you can get a date, you definitely won't. But remember, confidence doesn't mean arrogance and it doesn't mean you're self-absorbed. How do women perceive confidence, you ask? Smile and maintain good eye contact to start. I don't mean stare her down, or give a smoldering, "I know you want me" look (that's not nice). Just be direct and open. Your eye contact should say, "I'm interested in getting to know you better, I'm curious about you." Put

By Signe Whitson for GalTime.com

No-Name Calling WeekIt turns out that while sticks and stones can break your bones, words can also really hurt. In honor of proving the out-of-date childhood adage incorrect, the week of January 23rd-27th has been set aside as No Name-Calling Week in schools across the country.

Check out these great children's book titles that can help you reinforce this important message at home:

Bullies Never Win by Margery Cuyler

This easy-to-relate-to children's book tells the tale of Brenda Bailey, a bully who persistently and relentlessly taunts and teases her classmate, Jessica. Cuyler creates an accurate portrayal of how targets like Jessica typically respond to bullying, including experiencing anxiety, losing sleep, quitting sports, changing their style of dress, and fearing asking for help. She also uses Jessica to show young readers that the best way to handle bullies is to stand up to them in assertive ways. Jessica's bold "Toothpicks may be thin, but bullies

By Danielle Miller, GalTime.com

Yes, and boyfriend approved! Valentine's Day is a day focused on relationships. However you choose to celebrate, whether it is breakfast in bed (see below for an amazing recipe), chocolate-dipped strawberries, or a romantic dinner out on the town, this holiday often brings to light one of the challenges of being in a relationship: compromising.

Even when it comes to what we eat, compromising is an essential element of any healthy relationship and (as many people in relationships will attest) is often no easy feat. This is especially true on this romantic day of days when the joy you feel as a result of being in a good relationship is, in large part, represented by food. So, how can we keep the romance alive on Valentine's Day and in the days that follow without compromising our waistlines or the health of our relationships?

Marissa Vicario, Certified Holistic Health Coach and author, suggests some subtle but sure-fire ways to incorporate healthier eating habits into

By Kerri Winick, GalTime.com

Who knew eyelashes could get dehydrated? Winter's killer combo of cold temps and indoor heat can cause some serious dry skin drama. And don't even get me started on the status of my hair! But did you know your lashes can also dry out in a blink? If you spot broken "shorter than normal" pieces, you could be dealing with dehydration.

Mother Nature is partly to blame, but American Academy of Dermatology spokesperson Dr. Debra Jaliman says other common culprits include waterproof mascara and sudsing your face with plain ole' bar soap.

The good news? Lashes typically grow back within four to eight weeks. All they need is a little TLC! Feast your eyes on these tips from Dr. Jaliman:

1.) Apply petroleum jelly to your lashes before you hit the hay.

2.) Lubricate lashes with a conditioner. Dr. Jaliman recommends Talika Eyelash Conditioning Cream ($30) and Talika Eyelash Lipocils ($40).

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Try using eyelash conditioner.

3.) Use a product formulated for removing eye-makeup,