Why is it that men who used to be fun and lively when they were young turn into the grumpiest old geezers? You have probably seen one standing on his front porch, walking stick in hand, crankily waving kids off his lawn. Or perhaps it’s the once merry grandpa who now keeps complaining about everything—from …
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The year’s zooming by, and if your phone gallery looks anything like mine, it’s probably a chaotic museum of half-eaten lunches, your dog in yet another weird pose, and artsy shots of half-empty wine glasses. They’re good for a laugh, but they’re not exactly the highlight reel of your year. Why not try a more …
The world is cluttered with negativity, greed, and materialism, encouraged by our constant access to everything online and our pursuit of instant gratification in everything we do. This has resulted in a move away from the traditional values that were once deeply ingrained in our society, particularly Christian values. As a result, there is a …
Remember those easygoing days of childhood, curled up with a beloved book? Well, for millennials, some of those precious stories weren’t exactly filled with sunshine and rainbows. In fact, many of them were downright disturbing, leaving lasting scars and a healthy dose of existential dread at a young age. While some might argue that these …
Ever feel like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not getting anywhere? You’re not just running in place; you’re carrying dead weight that’s slowing you down. The secret to a better life isn’t always about adding new habits; it’s about dropping the old ones that no longer serve you. Think of it like …
Most people have a ride-or-die friend, that one person they can call at 3 a.m. for anything from a flat tire to an existential life crisis. This person is a cheerleader, a confidant, and a source of unwavering support. Cultivating that same level of friendship with oneself, however, can feel like a foreign concept. It’s …
The holiday season often feels like a pressure cooker with a sprig of holly on top. You have your cousin who asks pointed questions about your life choices, an uncle who brings up politics at the dinner table, and the general chaos of coordinating a meal that satisfies everyone. The urge to pull a trusted …
Thanksgiving is just around the corner (tomorrow!), which means your to-do list is probably a mile long. Between brining the turkey and navigating family dynamics, finding time for your usual workout can feel impossible. But what if you could tackle holiday stress and your fitness goals at the same time? Enter the “gratitude workout”. It’s …
Have you found yourself interested in the strange and seemingly pointless facts that stick in the human brain like gum to a shoe? Intriguingly, memories and information can be locked in our brains forever, even though we didn’t try very hard to remember them- they just naturally stick. There are things you’d love to remember …
“You’re so strong!” is a compliment given mostly when someone is smiling while life is tossing them around like they’re bull riding. Mental strength means thriving despite life’s fires (or Mondays). Some people are strong; others didn’t just miss the resilience train; they haven’t even found the station. Being mentally strong doesn’t require a spotless …