Terri Huggins Terri Huggins is a lifestyle writer, personal finance writer, and race and culture writer who is convinced she's figured out the trick to living life with no regrets: do what you love, give love, lead with love. She is a tireless researcher with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Her work can be found in several publications including Real Simple, New York Times, Parents, The Lily, and more. When not writing, she can be found teaching fitness or delivering presentations discussing freelancing, personal growth, and self-love. You can learn more about Terri and how to lead with love in your own life by following Terri on social media or signing up for her monthly uplifting email newsletters. About Real Simple Real Simple, a Dotdash Meredith Brand, is an award-winning, trusted online resource for smart, authentic solutions to simplify your life. We reach 11 million readers a month. Our content is written by experienced journalists and fact-checked for accuracy. Learn more about us and our editorial guidelines.