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On the surface, modern life should be anything but lonely. Putting COVID-19 aside for a moment, the past few decades have seen humans gifted with a plethora of new ways to stay connected. Read More

Health

This is how much of your happiness is determined by genetics CW Headley

It’s important to distinguish the mechanics that define happiness as an emotional state from the ones that define it as a mental one, given the road to recovery is certainly impacted by the nature of one’s personal relationship with happiness. Read More

Latest News

Almost 50% of Americans would rather pay $5,000 than do this during the holidays Kyle Schnitzer

With the holidays just around the corner, a large chunk of Americans want nothing to do with cleaning — especially when the celebrating is over. Read More

Health

People who eat this live longer, study suggests John Anderer

Some enjoy the spicy taste of chili peppers far more than others, but this work makes a strong case that even those with a mild palate should heat things up at least once or twice a week. Read More

Health

If you live near one of these, you may finally be able to kick this terrible habit Meredith Schneider

For years, we have understood the power in distraction for addiction. That’s why it was no surprise that scientists reasoned that there was a link between people living closer to nature or lush outdoor space and distraction from bad habits. Read More

Productivity

I listened to Mario Kart at work and it doubled my productivity Danielle Page

If you’re open to trying something new, I recommend giving this playlist a listen on your busiest workday to see if it works for you too. Read More

Health

If you sleep in this position it may increase your chance of divorce Sarah Dillon

Certain innocuous sleeping patterns can strain even the healthiest of relationships. Read More

Advice

7 life lessons everyone should learn sooner rather than later Nicolas Cole

The hardest part about that process is realizing that sometimes not every opportunity lasts forever. You finally “get it” long after the fact. Read More

Health

Spending time in nature only has major health benefits if you do this John Anderer

A new study just released by the University of Exeter suggests these so-called “green prescriptions” from health professionals may not be as good an idea as they seem on the surface. Read More

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