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People are admitting that these 15 parenting trends need to end ‘immediately’

After politics and religion, parenting might be one of the most hotly-debated topics online. Parents get super passionate about the differences...

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Yale expert shares 5 steps to rewire your brain for happiness with no weird tricks

Yale expert shares 5 steps to rewire your brain for happiness with no weird tricks

From a human perspective, it might seem that happiness should come naturally. However, according to Dr. Laurie Santos, an expert on happiness and a...

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If America equally redistributed its billionaires’ money overnight, how much would you get?

If America equally redistributed its billionaires’ money overnight, how much would you get?

There is a paradox in America: on one hand, it’s a place where people can generate more income than anywhere else in the world; however, it’s also...

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2 days after The Beatles dropped Sgt. Pepper, Jimi Hendrix played a raucous cover of the title song

2 days after The Beatles dropped Sgt. Pepper, Jimi Hendrix played a raucous cover of the title song

In the spring of 1967, The Beatles released their eighth album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, unofficially kicking off what would later be...

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Woman’s request for ‘life-changing sentences’ is a gold mine of wisdom

Woman’s request for ‘life-changing sentences’ is a gold mine of wisdom

Sometimes, a simple phrase or sentence of sagely advice can have a huge impact on our lives, whether it’s from a religious text, a mental health...

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Philosopher shares the subtle giveaway that someone is ‘not very smart’

Individuals and groups have used scapegoating to blame their problems on others since the term was first coined in The Old Testament and probably long...

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In 1981, A Harvard applicant was rejected. He responded with an epic letter rejecting their rejection.

In 1981, A Harvard applicant was rejected. He responded with an epic letter rejecting their rejection.

It’s no shocker that it’s incredibly tough to get into Harvard. Currently, the school has a 3.6% admission rate, allowing around 2,000 new...

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Psychologists say only children aren’t ‘lonely’ and they have a skill other kids don’t

Psychologists say only children aren’t ‘lonely’ and they have a skill other kids don’t

Americans are having fewer kids than in previous generations, with the average number of children people ages 20 to 39 plan to have dropping from 2.3...

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Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis admit they rarely bathe their kids, or themselves

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis admit they rarely bathe their kids, or themselves

Celebrities: they’re just like us! Well, not always. Take Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher, for example. Their wealth and fame aren’t the only things...

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15 quirky boomer habits that frustrate millennials to the core

15 quirky boomer habits that frustrate millennials to the core

When it comes to intergenerational conflict, you tend to have you major nemeses. Gen Zers take aim at Gen Xers, while baby boomers and millennials are...

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This obituary of a ‘very sick man’ and is so funny you’ll wish you knew the guy

This obituary of a ‘very sick man’ and is so funny you’ll wish you knew the guy

Joe Heller (1937 – 2019) of Essex, Connecticut, appears to have lived a full life: he was in the Navy, worked at the Yale library, and raised three...

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Artist gives Disney’s most beloved characters a modern twist to talk about current issues

Artist gives Disney’s most beloved characters a modern twist to talk about current issues

Back in 2017, Artist Tom Ward used his incredible illustration techniques to give new perspective on modern life through popular Disney characters. He...

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Expert shares the simple small talk mistake almost everyone makes, and how to fix it

Expert shares the simple small talk mistake almost everyone makes, and how to fix it

You might be shocked to learn that many people don’t like making small talk. Surprise, right? They either believe it’s beneath them to talk about...

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‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’ was a sleazy guys’ song. Then Cyndi Lauper got hold of it.

‘Girls Just Want to Have Fun’ was a sleazy guys’ song. Then Cyndi Lauper got hold of it.

“Girls Just Want to Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper is one of the most iconic songs of the ‘80s. Its message of female empowerment has kept it...

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Dad describes the moment he realized he couldn’t raise his daughter in the United States

Dad describes the moment he realized he couldn’t raise his daughter in the United States

Although it is difficult to tell if there is a trend of Americans moving out of the country, rough estimates show that around 8 million currently live...

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Millennial history teacher explains the 3 phases of Gen X and why they were ‘forgotten’

Generation X occupies an interesting time in history, for those who care to recognize that they actually exist. They were born between 1965 and 1980...

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If you constantly feel burned out at work, it may actually say something positive about you

If you constantly feel burned out at work, it may actually say something positive about you

If you’re experiencing burnout at work these days, you’re not alone; studies show it’s at an all-time high. People say they don’t have enough...

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Earth, Wind, & Fire was begged to cut the ‘Ba-dee-yah’ in ‘September.’ Here’s why they refused.

Earth, Wind, & Fire was begged to cut the ‘Ba-dee-yah’ in ‘September.’ Here’s why they refused.

“September” by Earth, Wind & Fire is synonymous with celebration. Nary a wedding, bar mitzvah, retirement party, or any event with a dance...

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How to have an interesting answer when someone asks, ‘What do you do for a living?’

One of the most common questions someone can ask you when you first meet is “What do you do for a living?” Whether you’re happy to talk about...

28.07.2026 9

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Good citizen 101: What do you do when you receive someone else’s mail?

Mail carriers are among the most respected United States government employees, but given the challenges of the job, they’re bound to deliver a...

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Social skills expert shares 3 ‘magic phrases’ that make you more likable

A familiar misstep people make when trying to be likable is trying to impress others. They want to show they are funny, intelligent, and a great...

26.07.2026 8

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Anxious remote worker wins lawsuit after work forced her to be on camera during a meeting

For people who work remotely, the freedom and flexibility can be a life-changer. Working from home makes it easy to navigate family life, and not...

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Professor uses clever text trick to catch 32 students who used AI to cheat on their midterms

One of the big challenges the world faces with the spread of artificial intelligence is how it affects the education system. AI is a wonderful tool...

24.07.2026 10

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Nearly 30 years after DARVO was coined, people are seeing this gaslighting tactic everywhere

One of the most popular psychological terms that’s come out of the social media (mainly TikTok and Instagram) self-improvement boom, is...

23.07.2026 10

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It’s not brains or talent. Expert says high achievers have two traits anyone can learn.

Why is it that some people are high achievers who have a track record of success and some people never come close to accomplishing their dreams? Is it...

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Happiness researcher reveals the ‘enduring’ secret to being happy in the second half of life

Happiness researcher Dr. Arthur Brooks says that one of the most important things people can do as they enter the second half of their life is to...

22.07.2026 8

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Psychologist reveals the number one habit that seems good, but secretly kills your motivation

Most people will say that those who care about other people’s feelings and don’t want to step on anyone’s toes are a pleasure to be around. In...

21.07.2026 6

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Social skills coach shares 4 prompts to keep conversations ‘rolling’ so they never get awkward

Making small talk can be frustrating for many reasons. It’s nerve-wracking to come up with things to talk about with someone you hardly know that...

21.07.2026 8

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Behavior expert shares the one powerful habit that makes you more likable

There are two statements kids often make that decades of scientific research suggest are actually true: “It takes one to know one” and “If you...

21.07.2026 8

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How one tiny lyric change made the ‘Piña Colada Song’ one of the biggest hits of the ’70s

There are a billion different decisions that go into making a hit song. A songwriter has to settle on a tempo, key, chord changes, and lyrics. The...

20.07.2026 7

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A simple neuroscience brain trick to stay quiet instead of saying impulsive things you’ll regret

There are times to speak up, moments when it’s best to say nothing, and opportunities be very considerate in your response. But when you’re on the...

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15 ‘Expert Flirts’ share their can’t-miss advice to help shy people flirt

Putting yourself out there and flirting with an attractive person can be scary. What if you make a fool of yourself? What if they reject you? What if...

16.07.2026 7

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Behavioral scientist shares 10 questions that will make people fall madly ‘in like’ with you

Many people get nervous in social situations because they don’t know how to start conversations or make small talk. They overthink things to the...

15.07.2026 8

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‘Spiritual shift’: ICU nurse shares the one phrase that means someone will pass very soon

When people in the healthcare world experience people dying on a regular basis, they begin to see patterns as to when patients will pass away. Hospice...

13.07.2026 10

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Neuroscientists say a simple, 10-second trick will help you learn things much faster

Learning a new skill means studying and then practice, practice, practice. That might mean learning how to read music and then playing “Für...

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How to keep your mouth shut in conversations when you know you should really stay quiet

It can be hard to stay quiet when you feel like you just have to speak your mind. But sometimes it’s not a great idea to share your opinions on...

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Thomas Jefferson coined a hip and funny phrase for abrupt goodbyes that still holds up today

“Irish goodbye” is a term for when someone slips out of an event without telling anyone, avoiding the awkwardness of announcing their departure....

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Why do Joes look like Joes? Researchers say that as you age, your face changes to match your name.

Have you ever met someone and it was uncanny how much they looked like their name? You may have even responded by saying, “You know, you look like a...

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‘We can’t beat you up for peace’: Ringo Starr shares a universal message on his 86th birthday

Ringo Starr, the drummer for The Beatles, celebrated his 86th birthday on July 7 and, as he has done for the past 18 years, asked the world to join...

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‘Never disagree with anyone’: Behavioral scientist shares conflict-free trick to changing minds

One of the most challenging things to do as a communicator is to convince someone you disagree with to listen to you. You’re fighting against a host...

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Americans share 11 funny times Europeans couldn’t comprehend the size of the United States

A few years ago, there was an online trend in which Americans posted things the “European mind can’t comprehend,” a series of memes featuring...

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If you have any of these 3 ‘bad habits, ‘ it could mean you’re highly intelligent

One would think that highly intelligent people have easier lives. All that brainpower should make someone more disciplined, better at decision-making,...

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What makes people likable at parties? Researchers found it comes down to one specific trait.

Some people go to parties and make new friends with ease. They are warm and comfortable around new people and are engaging in conversation. Others...

05.07.2026 10

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Communication expert shares 3-step reset method for dealing with extremely negative people

Everyone has that person in their life who casts everything in a negative light. You go out for a great meal, only to hear them complain about the...

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Neuroscientists share how to ‘revive’ memories that you thought you had forgotten forever

When most people forget things that happened in the past or how to tackle specific tasks, they think that the memory is gone forever. They will have...

04.07.2026 10

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Ford hires 350 ‘gray beard’ engineers after AI couldn’t get the job done

The rapid rise of artificial intelligence has many people across the globe worrying about whether they’ll lose their jobs. Leaders in the tech world...

02.07.2026 10

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Knowing versus thinking: The ‘separation’ problem-solving hack to improve your decision-making

All of us carry beliefs about the world that we acquired somewhere along the journey that we take as fact. Often, these ideas are opinions we got from...

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4 major health organizations say there’s an exact temperature where fans do more harm than good

When the heat picks up in the summer, most people without air conditioning turn on a fan to feel more comfortable. When it’s moderately hot, a fan...

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Communication expert shares 2-step method for talking to people who never admit they’re wrong

Some folks in this world just have to be right. All the time. Even when you present them with every fact imaginable that proves they are wrong, they...

01.07.2026 10

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The ‘four-step’ method to solve the awkward hug or handshake greeting confusion

Hug or handshake? The problem is that when you run into someone, you usually don’t have a lot of time to make the decision. Giving a handshake when...

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