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21 ways to stay broke Todd Brison

If you want to guarantee you will make as little money as possible as a freelancer, entrepreneur, or employee, do these things. Read More

How to cope with your money shame Maggie Germano

According to Brené Brown’s research, shame is actually not helpful at all. In fact, it can lead people to destructive and hurtful behavior. Read More

Aim high and do everything in your control to become your best self Darius Foroux

Here’s the thing: Don’t take yourself nor life too seriously. We all know that blaming others is what fools do. Read More

Dream job alert: Spend the summer in the Italian countryside volunteering for AirBnB Sheila McClear

Ever heard of Grottole? Well, it’s a village in Italy’s southern countryside, it’s beautiful, and you could live and volunteer there for the summer as part of Airbnb’s Italian Sabbatical Program – all expenses paid. Four people will volunteer for a nonprofit called “Wonder Grottole” and spend the summer working to revive the historic town center. … Read More

Healthy New Year’s resolutions which have nothing to do with setting foot in the gym Ladders Contributor

If joining a gym or working out isn’t on your list, don’t beat yourself up about it. There are some great, easy and healthy changes you can make. Read More

Traditional gender roles are hurting both men and women. Here’s how we can fix that Taffi Dollar

Women still carry much of the child-raising burden, even though studies show having both parents equally involved at home is better for the child. Read More

Career and travel trump marriage, kids and homeownership, according to new study Hilarey Wojtowicz

The study found that traveling the world topped the list of musts among people between 30 and 49. It was more important to them than having a family. Read More

This is how to have a long awesome life: 7 secrets from research Eric Barker

One tip to live a more awesome life – Plant Slant: More veggies. Nuts are the Infinity Stones of longevity eating, Thanos. Read More

Study: This morning ritual is linked to cancer and decreased fertility Alexandra Villarreal

New research suggests that this daily chore can lead to decreased fertility, kidney and testicular cancer, thyroid disease, high cholesterol, low birth weight and effects on the immune system. Read More

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“When two people are having a conversation, eye contact signals that shared attention is high —that they are in peak synchrony with one another.”

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