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‘Tis the season… for music critics to list their top albums of the year. In addition to her unquestionable talent, the British beauty seems to be a genuinely cool person. She combines classic charm and modern song structure, with myriad instruments lining the unpredictable path. It’s quirky, folksy perfection, rooted in deep passion. Even the most calming tracks have underlying intensity. Feist truly puts the “artist” in music artist. I mean, Jay-Z and Beyonce?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. It’s Christmukkah already? So if you haven’t bought any holiday gifts yet, I can relate. And 6 are under $100$10.88 I’m sorry, but this is so cool. And they fit in any purse. They’re perfect stocking stuffers! SU2C Soy Candle Set$48.99 ** I love things that smell good....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Who doesn’t love Kristin Chenoweth? She’s cute, she’s spunky and her voice will knock you right out of your seat. Watch her videohere, and $1 will be donated to America’s Toothfairy! We talked to Chenoweth recently about music, fitness and the importance of a great smile....

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Sporting a shorty?Bronzeris your BFF. Your turn to get a leg up! Left, red-hot Jennifer Hudson at SELF’s Women Doing Good event. Flab, you’re out! Left: Klum and Decker stride across Brooklyn’s namesake bridge. Klum, who launched a running program onHeidiKlum.aol.comthis summer, has zero trouble keeping up with a Kardashian. Women outnumbered men at 5Ks, 10Ks and half marathons this year, according to stats by Running USA. Crazy Legs You don’t have to be a sonic 5-minute miler (as if!...

Master this sophisticated twist on a youthful style. GET THE LOOKGot only a few minutes todo your makeupfor a night out? You’ll get the most impact by putting the emphasis on eyes. Then take 30 seconds to add matte bronzer on cheeks and nude gloss to lips. Choose a neutral metallic shadow in gold, bronze or silver. (Match your sparkly dress!) Get gilded with Givenchy Le Prisme Mono in Or Celeste, $29....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Stand tall.Keep knees bent, back straight and butt tucked in. Whichever foot you led with to catch yourself should be your lead. If it’s your left, your stance is regular. If it’s your right, you ride “goofy.” Fall big.Consider wiping out a source of pride!...

To minimize the damage,always wash your face before bed. If you’re too exhausted to stand over the sink, use cleansing wipes. Then dab on an eye cream with caffeine, cucumber or peptides tozap puffinessbefore bed. (Gotta love that!) Put the cukes in your salad!Potato slices contain catecholase, which lightens dark circles. Smooth Nia 24 Intensive Recovery Complex, $110, over skin day and night to repair. White wine’s acidity makes teeth more susceptible to discoloration from coffee, tomato sauce and other foods....

so much self-imposed humiliation!when I see others who don’t seem to empathize,Ifeel pain. Then again, empathy comes a little too readily to me. My older brother, Ted, was diagnosed with an immune deficiency disorder when I was 6. So what exactly is empathy? It also helps me interact more compassionately with friends and family and soften up grim-faced salesclerks. Yet except with my nearest and dearest, I don’t act on my empathetic instincts much....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Bag of Tricks Velvet ups the luxe factor of a glittery clutch. Ring in 2012 with au courant jeweled drops in a feather shape. Sequin, $38;Sequin-NYC.com Bright Stuff Multifaceted crystals reflect lots of light for serious shimmer. Kenneth Jay Lane, $75; 877-953-5264 3 Easy Holiday Party Looks

Scenario 1 You’recooking a dinner for your family and friendsfor the first time ever. Remember that cash you put away for buying some awesome Brian Atwood pumps? Those are going to have to be Jessica Simpsons instead. Head to the best local Chinese restaurant and pick up its top-selling items. Who doesn’t want an excuse to eat nine Peking dumplings? Also, Jessica Simpson shoes always look surprisingly expensive. Enter to win Kaling’s new book,Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me?...

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. “I’ve learned that you’ve got to take life a little less seriously. All my priorities have changed.” Gellar let us in on her list, one we can all learn from. Jeans, Siwy, $184;RevolveClothing.com. Earrings, $4,822;MarieHeleneDeTaillac.comfor stores. …enjoy my job, but not let it take over....