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Why are so many languages spoken in some places and so few in others?

Despite mapping the distribution of languages across the world, scientists have few clear answers about what caused the emergence of thousands of languages. Read More

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5 questions that will make you emotionally strong

Don’t wait around for something negative to develop emotional strength. Practice some now and see how happy it can make you. Read More

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Why it’s better to be rejected than to be ignored

The fear of being rejected is more personal: you become the object of that rejection. Embrace being rejected, not the rejection. Read More

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This mental trick will boost your workout before it even happens

Scientific research suggests that visualizing athletic success can boost your mental toughness and be a key predictor of performance. Read More

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How to get along with negative people

Be an example to the negative people around you. Help them identify what they are good at. Encourage them to focus on those positive qualities. Read More

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Comparing yourself to others means you’ll never feel satisfied

If you always compare yourself or your circumstances to others, you’ll never be happy. It will always seem like someone else is more successful. Read More

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72 hours in Oslo, Norway

Despite the moody skies looming over the fjord as I crossed Oslo harbor, one thing was crystal clear: there’s always more to discover in this city. Read More

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WTFunds: Millennials are going into debt to have Instagrammable weddings

Out of the 20% of Americans who go into debt for their own wedding, 25% percent of that go into more than $10,000 of debt for it. Read More

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Sleep better: how to fall back asleep when you wake up too early

“If we’re tired, we should be in bed trying to sleep, right? But research shows that staying in bed while you’re awake can create a negative cycle.” … Read More

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What jobs can you get with a business degree?

We’ve rounded up 11 different types of jobs you can get with a business degree to give you an idea of just how versatile that particular bachelor’s degree is.

The 21 jobs that are MOST likely to lead to divorce

Some jobs have a higher divorce rate than others.

The 12 best people to pick as job references

You want to pick people who have worked alongside you and think highly enough of you to sing your praises to a hiring manager.

I did 8 rounds of interviews and still didn’t get the job

“I’ve interviewed with Google twice now, and when people ask me why I don’t work there, I respond, ‘I can never seem to get past the eighth interview,’” says Steve Silberberg, who is now the founder of Fatpacking, a weight-loss backpacking company.

Myth busted: 5 ageism stereotypes that need to be broken

In the last few months, older social media personalities have been gaining traction on sites like Instagram, Twitter, and Tik Tock. They’re called Grandfluencers, and they’re here to debunk pervasive ageism myths….and make a little cash doing it.

The simple eye contact trick you should use in every conversation

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

How to deal with ‘The Great Resignation’ when you are a manager

Managers are worried about maintaining the talent required to keep the doors open, but they are not asking the right questions.

The flu shot may protect you from severe COVID-19 infection

New research found that the flu vaccine may provide vital protection against COVID-19, reducing the risk of suffering severe infection, like stroke, sepsis, and deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

The best exercises for flabby arms — workouts you’ve never heard of

You can tone your arms with these five workouts, and we have video to show you the right form.

7 things you should never ask your boss

There are some things you should just not ask your boss — these 7 questions are things you should stay clear from in conversation.