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Begin the new year with a newfound physical or mental wellness practice that works for you. At TakeLessons, we provide group classes that empower individuals to reach their goals in community settings. If you are eager to try something new, first surround yourself among like-minded goal-setters to learn from each other and practice accountability. Then, after you have engaged thoughtfully with a new community of makers and healers, you can consider private lessons to continue building new ha

                        Okay ladies, we all know how much we love musicals. And what's not to love? The drama, the passion, the songs that stay in your head for days... But sometimes it can be hard to get our guys on board with our love of all things musical. If you're having trouble getting your guy interested in musicals, never fear! Here are 5 movies that are sure to get him hooked. What is Considered the Best Musical Movie of All Time? Th

We all know the virtual happy hour.   An increasingly universal remote work life has exposed all of us at some point to an online gathering or two – even families succumb to virtual quality time together. So many faces in one screen – isn’t it sweet?  But are there ugly Christmas sweaters involved? Mixology lessons? A singalong? TakeLessons is here to bring your virtual holiday gatherings up a notch or two.  Maybe there’ll be costumes?   If you’re planning a work pa

If you grew up with a parent who was a musician, you know that it's not always easy to be the children of legendary musicians. From late-night rehearsals to missed birthdays and family events, there are some things that only children of famous musicians will understand. Here are just a few of them. What Are Some Musicians With Famous Relatives? It's not uncommon for successful musicians to have famous relatives. For example: Lady Gaga is the cousin of actress Natalie Portman Justin

These past couple of years have manifested such a resiliency within all of us. Somewhere among the unexpected turns, delays, and adaptations, it seems we’ve proven to ourselves that our limits and potential can far exceed any expectation we used to set upon ourselves. Of course, we are far more competent than we think. With this newfound vigor inside of us – and amid an omnipresent desire to invest more deeply in ourselves these days – it makes sense this holiday season to invest

  Perseverance is the key to success. This has been true throughout history, and it is especially true in the modern age.  With the advent of the internet, we have more opportunities than ever before to achieve our goals—but we also have more distractions than ever before. It can be difficult to stay focused and motivated when there are so many things vying for our attention. That's why it's important to remember the importance of perseverance. No matter how difficult things get, if

Great news for all you manga, comic book, and anime fans, the best artists and writers in the business will be featured guests this summer at Comic-Con International 2015 in downtown San Diego. Comic-Con International: San Diego is the year’s premiere event to promote comic books, films, artwork, science fiction literature, and more. What started as a single-day event in 1970, has turned into a four-day convention and one of the most highly-anticipated events of the year. In Comic-Con

There's a lot that goes into being a successful singer. You have to have the right voice, be able to hold a tune, and know how to project your voice. But there are also other things that singers know all too well.  Here are some thing singers should know - and some things singers know too well! What a Singer Must Know? Being a singer requires more than just being able to carry a tune. There are many different things singers should know in order to be successful. A singer must have

Giving gifts and honoring parents aren't just Korean wedding traditions - they're also important components of Japanese weddings. In this article, you'll learn about the unique traditions and rituals associated with Japanese weddings... When you think of weddings, what comes to mind? A priest, a bride in white, and a groom in a tuxedo? While this may be the case in some cultures, there are many traditions that vary around the world.  Today we're taking a look at five Japanese weddin

Have you ever wondered about wedding traditions from other countries or cultures? Maybe you're learning Korean and it piqued your interest in worldly affairs. In this article, you'll learn about neat traditions practiced for Korean weddings... In Korea, traditional weddings are a very important and special event. There are many customs and traditions that are followed during a Korean wedding. Some of these include the bride and groom not seeing each other before the wedding, bowing to