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1 Unsolicited Advice: How to get your mojo back at work 35:43
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Are you feeling overwhelmed, uninspired, or burned out at work? In this special Unsolicited Advice episode, Anne and Frances are getting ready for summer by tackling the importance of rest and the power of intention. They offer unexpected tips and tricks for recovering from constant stress, owning what you need to feel alive and engaged, and creating an experience of work that unleashes your ambition. Follow Hosts: Anne Morriss ( @annemorriss | LinkedIn: @anne-morriss ), Frances Frei ( @francesxfrei | LinkedIn: @francesfrei ) Links https://anneandfrances.com/ Subscribe to TED Instagram: @ted YouTube: @TED TikTok: @tedtoks LinkedIn: @ted-conferences Website: ted.com Podcasts: ted.com/podcasts For the full text transcript, visit ted.com/podcasts/fixable-transcripts For a chance to give your own TED Talk, fill out the Idea Search Application: ted.com/ideasearch . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Binge Watching Shows Might Be Good For You This sums me up. according to new research from the University of Georgia. It suggests there may be some mental health benefits to binge-watching shows and movies you love. The new study finds that watching episode after episode or having movie marathons or binge-reading books can make it harder for a story to get out of your head. And that’s not necessarily a bad thing. It makes us more likely to remember stories, keep engaging them through daydreams and fantasies, and helps us get a bigger picture of the story. Dr. Joshua Baldwin, lead study author and media psychology researcher, says binge-watching helps us build “mental worlds” where stories continue long after the credits roll, which can help us cope in stressful times. Aging With Power Dr. Vonda Wright is hoping to change that. The orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist wants to level the playing field and bring women into the focus because men and women aren’t aging the same way. She wants women to “age with power” and encourages them to build strength and work on disease prevention during their early midlife years, from 35 to 45 years old, which she calls the “critical decade.” To do that, she recommends: Reframe dietary changes that support longevity - Instead of trying to lose weight, focus on maximizing lean muscle and minimizing body fat. The goal isn’t to be skinny, but to be lean. Eat one gram of protein per ideal pound a day to support the muscle you’re trying to build and cutting back on sugar, which leads to inflammation and can contribute to multiple diseases. When it comes to exercise, she uses the acronym “FACE” your future: F for Flexibility - And joint range of motion. Yoga, pilates, tai chi, and dynamic stretching are great options. A for Aerobic - Getting your heart rate up is good for the ticker, but Wright advises doing lower heart rate exercise, like walking, 80% of the time, and higher intensity workouts 20% of the time. C for Carry a load - Strength and power are the goal, so lifting heavy is the way to go. That means fewer reps with heavier weights. E is for Equilibrium - Being strong and flexible is important as you age, but so is balance so you don’t fall and break something. Wright warns that if you trip and end up with what’s known as a “fatal fall,” 50% of the time, it lands you in a nursing home. Bad Money Habits To Break Autopilot Expenses: Automatic renewals sound convenient, but they’re also a sneaky way to lose track of your money. That streaming service you haven’t watched in months? Still billing you. Using The Same Passwords: Reusing the same password across sites makes it way too easy for scammers to break in and wreak havoc on your finances. A password manager (and a little thing called multifactor authentication) can be your new best friend to keep your money safe. Paying Way Too Much Attention To Your Investments: Not only is it stressful, but it can also lead you to make impulsive, money-losing decisions like selling low when the market dips. A better approach is to zoom out, stay calm, and trust the long-term plan rather than panicking at short-term bumps. Not Looking At Your Investments Is Also Not Great: Markets change, and your mix of stocks and bonds can drift in ways that no longer match your comfort level with risk. A quarterly check-in (or using a financial adviser or app) can make sure your money is working in line with your goals without letting it simmer unattended for years. Chasing Credit Card Promotions: You might end up overspending just to hit the minimum requirement, or dinging your credit score with too many hard inquiries. Unless you’re a pro at managing multiple cards, chasing these deals can do more harm than good. Super Penny Pinching: If you’re skipping necessary home repairs or living off ramen just to see your savings account grow, you’re missing the point. A healthy money mindset means balancing saving with spending on things that truly matter to you. Second Date Update Carlos called us about Heather. They met on Hinge and grabbed dinner in Mountain View. Carlos thought it was fun. They had a lot in common. She had a great sense of humor. He can't stand boring. He swore Heather seemed like she was enjoying herself. But after that, she cut him off.…
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MRI Update I finally got my results back yesterday. I haven't had my doc go over them yet. Since te medical jargon was too much for my peabrain, my husband suggested we put the diagnosis into GPT. Think swelling, arthritis, degeneration....basically, I'm "corpsifying" and the fall exacerbated it. I am hoping for a steroid shot and physical therapy. The 3-3-3 Method Tired of writing the same to-do list out every day? The “3-3-3 method” can help you stay organized, focused and productive, without feeling overwhelmed. The first three is for three hours of deep work on an important project. The method encourages users to kick start the day with three whole hours devoted to one big thing, whether that’s an assignment you need to finish for work, a project with a looming deadline or another essential task. After the three hours are up, take a much-needed break. Then you’ll be ready to tackle three time-sensitive tasks. These are things that you keep putting off. This is when you make the phone call, send the scary email or go to the meeting you’re dreading. And finally, it’s time for three routine tasks that you need to do to keep your life running smoothly. This is stuff you tend to put on the back burner, like grocery shopping, laundry, cleaning up around the house, or even making your to-do list for tomorrow. We Second-Guess 41% Of Daily Decisions The average American second-guesses 41% of the decisions they make in a day, a new survey finds. But for some overthinkers, it’s even more often, as one in eight admit they contemplate almost all their choices. That can make grocery shopping overwhelming, as the average person spends four minutes deciding on each item they consider adding to their cart. Second Date Update Sean got in touch about Rachel. They met on Hinge and went to a late-night diner in Oakland. Sean said they clicked right away, were laughing over milkshakes and fries, and he left thinking the chemistry was strong. But Rachel ghosted him afterward, so he called us for help.…
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Do You Think A Four-Day Work Would Actually Work? Seven in 10 workers feel they could be just as productive in a four-day work week, according to new research. Things That Make Insomnia Worse Staying in bed longer - Experts advise a sleep routine of getting up at the same time every morning and only getting into bed when you’re truly tired. Cutting out screens completely - Lying in bed without something to focus on can lead to overthinking, which is terrible for sleep. That’s when having something to distract your thoughts can be helpful, but stick with something calm, like a nature documentary or soothing podcast. Swearing off caffeine forever - Caffeine blocks adenosine, which makes you sleepy, so if an afternoon cup of tea keeps you awake at night, skip it. Trying too hard to sleep “right” - Trackers, gadgets and products to enhance sleep make it easy to obsess over snoozing, but that can backfire and give you anxiety. Your body knows how to rest and micromanaging it can add pressure, instead of helping. Expecting consistency - Thanks to things like age, stress, hormones and even the weather, some nights sleep will be easier than others, and that’s normal. You won’t get a solid eight hours every night, so don’t expect it or beat yourself up if the popular advice isn’t helping you.⠀ House Noises You Shouldn't Ignore Rushing water noises - Do a quick check for pooling water in areas that are prone to leaking, like your sink or bathroom, and checking the water meter is also a good idea. Buzzing from lights - If you hear any sounds coming from your outlets or switches, call a licensed electrician. Whistling or hissing noises near gas-based appliances - This could be a “really serious indicator of a potential danger in your home that could lead to a house fire,” Dripping faucet sounds - It’s less of an immediate emergency, but it can cost you more the longer you ignore it. Gurgling toilets - If it gurgles after you flush, that would be indication that you either have a backup and the water can pass but it’s struggling. Second Date Update Amanda called us about Gabe. They matched on Bumble and met for coffee in Redwood City. Amanda said the conversation was fun, she was smiling the whole time, and she really thought there was chemistry. But Gabe never reached out again.…
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1 Marcus & Corey Recap Their "Big Day On The Bay" 36:37
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MRI Update I went in for a neck MRI after I tripped over a dog bed in the dark. It has been a minute and I've been living on a steady diet of Advil and Tylenol. My chiropractor suggested the MRI. I haven't gotten my results yet, but as far as MRI's going, it wasn't terrible (the Xanax helped). But the staff was kind and they prepped my really well. I asked the technician if he thought MRI's would ever be silent. He said...."no." Bummer. 5 4 3 2 1 Method Grocery shopping is much more stressful than it should be. But don’t worry – there’s a hack for that! If you’ve been on TikTok, you’ve probably seen that there’s the 5-4-3-2-1 method. It’s a grocery shopping hack that’ll cut your grocery shopping down - both time-wise and cost-wise. So, what is it? It’s the numbers for you to keep in mind when you go shopping. Your goal should be to buy five vegetables, four fruits, three proteins, two starches, and one item for fun. It takes the guesswork out of grocery shopping and will keep you from getting overwhelmed or overbuying. Boat Cruise Recap It was a blast and sadly, there is video of me doing the "Roger Rabbit." Second Date Update Samantha called us about Luis. They met on Tinder and agreed to hit a karaoke bar in San Mateo. Samantha said she thought the date went great — they were laughing, drinking, and she really believed Luis was into her. But after that night, she never heard from him again.…
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1 You Might Live Longer If You Live By The Ocean. 36:33
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Live By The Ocean & You Will Live Longer What scientists found and what they think might explain their findings: Coastal residents live about one year longer than the 79-year national average. Inland urban dwellers often die around age 78, slightly younger than average. Key benefits of coastal living include cleaner air, milder weather, less drought, fewer heatwaves, and more recreation opportunities. Higher incomes and better transportation access in coastal areas may also contribute to longer lifespans. The Top 10 Occupations with the Highest Percentage of Workers Without A Bachelor’s Degree Earning Six Figures Chief executives or legislators (63.3%) Architectural and engineering managers (60.9%) Software developers (56.5%) Sales engineers (56.1%) Computer and information systems managers (53.9%) Power plant operators, distributors and dispatchers (52.4%) Elevator installers and repairers (51.9%) Computer network architects (50.7%) Computer hardware engineers (49.5%) First-line supervisors of firefighting and prevention workers (48.7%) Former Students And Professors Are Sharing Their Best Advice For Going Off To College "Speak to locals and leave the university bubble. "It's okay to make friends in the first one or two weeks and never speak to them afterwards. It's all about getting your social skills attuned to a new environment." "If you were a big fish in a small pond in your previous town or secondary school, understand that you might well be a small fish in a big pond now." "Learn to make at least one yummy dish and one amazing desert. " "Go to class. Even if you're tired, hungover, you look like sh*t, you're just gonna zone out – going is always better than not going. You'll absorb SOME information by sheer osmosis." "If you are living on campus, get flip flops for the shower." "Go find the buildings and classrooms where you have your classes before the first day. You'll be able to plan your route and know when you have to hustle to get across campus." "Establish and stick to a routine. It will help keep you on track, keep you fed, keep your budget in check, ensure you're somewhat well rested, and minimize procrastination." Second Date Update Victor called us about Camila. They connected on Match and decided to go bowling in Daly City. Victor thought the night was playful and flirty, and he swore Camila was smiling the whole time. But after that night, she completely disappeared on him.…
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1 What Is The Strangest Thing You Have Seen On A Wedding Registry? 36:19
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Strangest Things Ever Put On A Wedding Registry On Buzzfeed under wedding shaming... "My grandmother was super offended that my distant cousin had lube on hers. Seriously. I just laughed." "I had a coworker who, in genuine earnest, asked for a Volkswagen Beetle. She was like, 'His family is rich, so why not shoot my shot?'" "A four-pound bag of Lucky Charms marshmallows. And that’s exactly what I gifted them." "My hairstylist and her husband had canned hams and Jif peanut butter. Yeah, they showed as 'purchased,' so somebody bought it for them too!" "Nose hair trimmers." "My husband put a lifetime supply of weed whacker wire on ours. Our neighbor bought it." "A friend put down rare fish for her aquarium since it's her passion!" "Condoms. So many condoms on registries." "A coffin. Still have no idea if it was a joke or not. " What is the weirdest you have experienced? Use These Somewhat Cheesy Phrases To Make Friends “I love your ____! Where did you get it?” “How do you like ____?” “Do you have any recommendations for _____?” “It was great to meet you. I’d love to stay in touch, if you’re open to it. How do you like to stay connected?” “I’ve enjoyed getting to know you. Let’s make plans to hang out more often.” “____ made me think of you. I’ve been meaning to reach out. How have you been?” 'I'm always looking for new friends to [try/do a particular activity]. Would you be interested?' Some of these might work, others sound like you are waiting for then in the alley by your windowless panel van. Marcus Got Into Another Car Accident Marcus was sideswiped in a parking lot at Home Depot. The offender didn't even realize...so, he had to jump in front of her car. Not my first choice. Second Date Update Diego calls us about Marco. They matched on Grindr and decided on tacos in the Mission. Diego thought things got pretty spicy...so to speak. but Marco ghosted.…
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1 Have You Ever Experienced 'Quiet Cracking?" 30:26
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Quit Cracking "Quiet cracking" is a workplace term for the gradual psychological and emotional deterioration of an employee who remains in their job but becomes increasingly disengaged, unmotivated, and unhappy, often due to factors like lack of career growth, feelings of being undervalued, burnout, and job insecurity from AI or a difficult job market. Unlike " quiet quitting ," which is a conscious decision to do the bare minimum, quiet cracking is a subtle, slow decline in motivation and productivity that can lead to disengagement and increased stress. Have you ever been there & how did you get yourself out of it? You Need More Sleep There are obvious signs that a person needs to get more sleep and then there are the sneaky signs the body slips our way. Poor sleep is very common and there are some weird signs that you are a victim of it, according to the Speed Foundation. Hormonal and menstrual changes Aches and pains Clumsiness Weight gain Getting tongue-tied ‘Microsleep’ episodes Dental issues New research reveals that people are getting braver about skipping excessive tips. A new survey of 2-thousand U.S. adults asks about their approaches to tipping and finds that the average person is still “guilt-tipping” nearly $300 a year more than they want to because of social pressure. That’s still a lot of money, but it’s a lot less than last year’s total. According to the poll, the average person reluctantly tips $24 a month more than they think is fair because of guilt or the awkwardness of not tipping. That adds up to $283 over a year, but it’s a big drop from 2024’s guilt-tipping tally of $453. This year, Americans guilt tip an average of 4.2 times a month, down from last year’s 6.3 average of times a month. Overall, 20% of respondents say they always or often tip higher because they feel pressured or guilty, but 29% say they rarely or never do. More than a third (37%) report that the tipping option amounts are higher than they used to be now. In general, 22% say they tip less across the board in 2025, but 32% actually tip more now to specifically support workers. And more than three-quarters (78%) think businesses should pay employees more so they don’t have to rely on tips. Second Date Update Brynn calls us about Patrick. They met on Hinge. Brynn thought they clicked — but Patrick ghosted. They went for coffee for their first date. Nothing sticks out in her mind that went wrong on the date. They had a lot in common. She was attracted to him. She was sure there would be a second date.…
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1 The Jeff Has A New Habit & Corey Is Not Here For It 35:08
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My Husband, The Jeff, Has a New Habit & I am Not Here For it Jeff has this habit of saying to "no" to everything without taking a minute to consider the idea. Happy hour? No. Watch this new TV Series? No. And if I question why he says no, he responds..."fine, just do it since I have no say." What?! It is really annoying. Cheap Dopamine Hits People Are Sharing Their Best Low-Cost Dopamine- Boosting Activities "Watching the clouds is so underrated." "Building and creating things out of items you already have. Lately, I've been really into mending and making or upcycling used clothes." "Working out." "Hiking, especially to waterfalls. ." "I work at a cat rescue and also foster kittens at home when needed." "Woodworking. All you really need are like four tools, and you can make all sorts of cool stuff from sticks." "Propagating plants instead of buying new ones." "Ice bathing in the early morning." “Jump rope, martial arts, skateboarding, riding bikes, learning, yoga, any movement, and music." Money Milestones The ages Americans think you should be for these money milestones: Start saving for retirement - Age 27. But retirement planners say if you start any time in your 20s, you’re doing great and research shows that younger people are saving early. To land your dream job - Age 29. The thing is, the average American changes jobs a dozen times between the time they’re 18 and 56. So most of us haven’t found a dream job by 29, or we wouldn’t leave it. To buy your first home - Age 30. Home prices have spiked since 2020 and mortgage rates are high as well, so homes are less affordable. To earn six figures - Age 35. A lot of Americans will never make a six-figure income. The average full-time worker in the U.S. made about $12-hundred a week in the second quarter of 2025, or about $62,500 a year, federal data shows. To become debt-free - Age 41. There are different kinds of debt and not all are bad, like a mortgage, which can work like a huge piggy bank that gets more valuable with every payment. To retire - Age 58. Retirement experts agree that’s a little early, but if you have millions saved, why not? Second Date Update Camila calls us about Jordan. They met on Match and went to brunch in Burlingame. Camila thought the date was smooth. She and Jordan "totally vibed." Plus, there were plenty of brunch cocktails and that really loosened up the conversation. They ended with a hug and he promised to call. But Jordan ghosted.…
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1 Corey Was Shamed Over The Weekend. Was It Deserved? 33:12
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Corey Got Shamed I had people over on Friday for an impromptu happy hour. At one point I asked my husband to refill one of our guests' glass. The guest stated, "you know women can do things too." He was absolutely right. I immediately got up and got the refill. My husband rode that one all weekend, he was gleeful. Parents Spent Their Kid's College Fund Kayla on Instagram DMs writes: I just found out that the money my grandparents left me has basically been spent. I got into my dream college and was excited to have that financial cushion, but when I asked about it, my parents showed me an “accounting” of how they used it over the years. Turns out all the things they gave me growing up (cheer camp, my senior trip, extracurricular activities, etc) were paid for with my money. They never once told me that’s where the money was coming from and now I only have enough left to cover my first year of school. After that I’ll need to get a job and figure it out on my own. I feel like that money was supposed to be for my future, not for them to use to cover stuff they didn’t want to pay for. Am I wrong to be mad about this? Isn’t it wrong for my parents to have spent money meant for me without asking? Things People Automated That Totally Changed Their Lives “Our dishwasher texts our kids when it’s done, then shuts off their wifi if they don’t empty it.” “My alarm stops only if I scan a QR code in my bathroom.” “At the same time every year, I tell my bank I lost my credit card so I get issued a new one. All the scammers and subscriptions I signed up to the year prior will automatically get declined, and I only resign up to the ones I actually want.” “I made an Apple shortcut that runs once a day automatically that shows me all the photos I took on that day throughout the years. It allows me to slowly clean up all of my photo albums.” “I hate doing dishes (no dishwasher) and ALL my lights are smart bulbs. So I tell Alexa, ‘Time to do the dishes,’ and she dims the kitchen to 50% and plays Celtic music so I can pretend to be a Scottish pub owner cleaning up for the night.” “I’m sure you mean technology, but I bought 12 pairs of the exact same socks so I never have to match them, and if one gets a hole, I just throw that one out. It’s a very satisfying system.” “My iPhone tells my ex to stop texting me if I get a message from him” “I hid an Air tag in my car so I never have to remember where I parked. Also helpful if it’s stolen” Second Date Update Carlos calls us about Jasmine. They matched on Bumble and met up at a coffee shop in Daly City. Carlos really enjoyed how easy the whole thing was. He wasn't nervous or uncomfortable. She was easy to talk to. Now, she has ghosted.…
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Advice From Parents That Doesn't Hold Up Redditors are spilling the most outdated “money tips” they’ve gotten from their parents that are no longer helpful. "It doesn’t matter what your degree is in, just get a degree and there will be plenty of jobs available when you graduate." "'Balance your checkbook.' I don't even have a checkbook. I've come to learn that some companies use pay cards for employees, and all employees' finances are managed through apps. You can see every transaction in real time, get spending alerts, and see what you have left to spend. The idea of writing everything down in a little book is just not how life works anymore." "My grandma told me I should always keep a quarter under the sole of my shoe in case I ever need to make a phone call." "My dad used to tell me to decide where I wanted to work, then buy your house near it. People no longer work for the same company for 50+ years, and often, where you work isn't totally up to you. Sometimes you take what you can get." "'Loyalty pays off in the end,' and 'Don’t change workplaces; try to stay at one place for your entire career.' Also, 'Only change positions if it’s a vertical move. Don’t change positions if it’s a lateral move.' None of this is true any longer." "Don’t spend more than your annual salary on a house." Things Never To Say At Work Corporate jargon “I’m too busy” “Ladies” or “gents” in emails “As per my last email” “Contact my colleague” in your out-of-office message Jokey out-of-office messages Nearly Half Of Americans Would Choose Money Over Love The Bottom Line: The median U.S. annual salary is just over $62-thousand, but Americans expect their ideal partner to make six figures or close to it, according to a new Tawkify survey. It finds that if forced to choose between love and money, 46% would pick money. One in three admit they’d consider getting back together with an ex if that person got rich. Second Date Update Anthony and Marisol met on Tinder. He likes that she rollerblades. They had a great first date, according to Anthony. But now she is ghosting.…
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1 Would You Fish Your Cell Phone Out Of A Filthy Festival Toilet? 33:52
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The Lengths People Go To Save Their Phones A new survey says folks would consider doing shocking and disgusting things to make sure they didn’t lose or break their device. More than a third (38%) would be willing to skip eating for an entire day if it would keep their phone safe. If they dropped their phone onto subway tracks, one in five (20%) would risk their safety to climb down and pick it up. Another 59% would dive into a pool fully clothed at a wedding and 56% would even dumpster dive to get their phone back. More than half (54%) claim they’d even fish their phone out of a filthy festival toilet. Nope. No thanks, Tom Hanks. End Of Summer Cleanout August is the perfect time to give your closet a reset. Experts say you should declutter at least four times a year and this seasonal shift is a natural opportunity to clear out items you haven’t been wearing or that don’t serve you anymore. Sweat-stained summer clothes that can’t be saved Broken beach bags with ripped handles or torn pockets Ill-fitting swimsuits that lost their shape or elasticity Worn-out or unworn sandals that never made it out the door Duplicate or neglected summer dresses you never reach for Unused accessories like hats, sunglasses, or jewelry that don’t fit your current lifestyle Trends For Fall Secondhand finds are in-demand, as searches for “thrifted kitchen” have jumped 1,012% and “thrifted decor” searches are up 283%. Statement tiles are having a moment, with searches for “vintage tiles” up more than 1,100%. Art Deco is making a comeback. When it comes to clothing, preppy aesthetics are a hot trend for fall. Pinterest has seen searches for “women’s preppy outfits” skyrocket by 47,680% and “preppy chic outfits" are up 2,056%. For beauty, grungey glam makeup will be big, taking inspo from the 90s and 2000s, but with a modern twist. We’ll be seeing more pixie cuts, with searches for “chic pixie” up 2,435% and “pixie haircut 90s” surging 724%. Second Date Update Trevor and Aly met on Hinge and they both love trivia. They hit up a trivia night for their first date. Has she ghosted after Trevor exhibited "teacher energy?"…
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1 August Is The Best Month To Refresh Your Closet 37:04
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RED FLAGS THAT MIGHT MEAN YOUR FRIEND ISN’T HAPPY FOR YOU When you have a personal win, you want to share it with your friends. But everyone doesn’t always seem as happy for your successes. Here are a few things to watch out for the next time you’re excitedly telling your friends about your latest win: They change the subject quickly They downplay your accomplishment It feels like they’re competing with you Backhanded compliments They don’t celebrate your successes It seems like they’re only there when you’re having a bad time They’re outright negative about your successes They don’t like talking about your achievements in public For every win you share, they mirror it with one of their own When you need them most, they’re nowhere to be found Things Younger Generations Will Never Get Many Y2K trends are back, especially when it comes to fashion. But there are some trends from the ‘90s and early ‘00s that would totally blow the minds of those under the age of 25. "Downloading music off Limewire to iTunes, running to Walmart while it downloads, buying blank CDs, and burning them once it’s downloaded. Then, thinking of a cool name for your new CD." "Playing literally one video game for the entire summer, no online walkthroughs. If you wanted a hint, you needed to buy a paper guidebook, hope your friend knew the tricks, or call a 900 number for help." "Not just having a landline, but SHARING a landline." “Buying ringtones” "Chain emails: I'd be so embarrassed to do that today..." "Having to wait a week for 10 photos to be processed and printed." "If you missed a new episode of a TV show, you just missed it." "Waiting for songs to come on the radio so you could record them on a cassette tape, and getting mad if the DJ talked over the intro. Kids today will never know the struggle of timing it perfectly and still ending up with the DJ’s voice at the beginning." “The simple act of being bored while waiting in a doctor's office, traveling, or attending family parties, etc." How To Eat Well On A Budget Snag a $5 mystery dinner: Apps like Too Good To Go and Flashfood help you score a surprise bag of groceries worth $30 for just a few bucks. The only catch? You’ll need to pick it up fast, so be ready to dash out the door when the alert comes in. Take a free cooking class Make friends with your freezer: Buy items like meat, bread, and even milk in bulk when they’re on sale, then freeze what you can’t use right away. Pro tip: freeze herbs in olive oil in ice cube trays for instant flavor boosts in soups and pasta. Volunteer your way to free produce: Groups like the Society of St. Andrew organize “gleaning” crews, where volunteers harvest leftover crops from farms. You get to keep some of the bounty while the rest goes to local food banks. Pick up a rotisserie chicken: It’s already cooked, tasty, and versatile enough to stretch into several meals. Soup it up: Soups are budget superheroes because they turn simple, cheap ingredients into hearty, nutritious meals. Toss in beans, grains, and seasonal veggies. Shop at the right time. Grocery stores often mark down bakery items, meats, and produce at specific times of day; sometimes slashing prices by 30-percent or more. Host potluck nights. Second Date Update: Declan calls us about Soraya. They met on Bumble and decided to walk through Golden Gate Park together. They even grabbed some dumplings afterward at one of his favorite hole-in-the-wall places. It was simple, but he thought it was romantic. Soraya has disappeared and he needs our help to figure out what happened.…
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1 What Are Some Things Your Parents Were Absolutely Right About? 35:59
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Over 40 Wants These Requirements A Reddit user asks the subreddit r/AskWomenOver40, “What’s a really weird, UNCONVENTIONAL thing that you absolutely NEED in a partner?” Hundreds of women did not hold back, confessing the strange and surprising qualities they’re looking for in a partner. From “Cannot be a spitter” to “Has the skills necessary to do well in a zombie apocalypse," these ladies know exactly what they want. Things Our Parents Were Right About Waking up early sets you up for success Family dinners weren’t just about the food Keeping a tidy space actually makes a difference Spending time outdoors isn’t optional Saving money instead of spending it all Building genuine relationships takes actual effort Working with your hands grounds you Teachers Predict 2025 Slang Terms “6-7” - Kids say this in a very particular way, but what it means is unclear. A teacher says she’s asked a million kids, including her own, and she still hasn’t gotten an explanation of the meaning and where it comes from. “On God” - It’s like saying “swear to God,” apparently. Students insisting they did their homework, but just don’t have it with them, so they say, “On God, Mr. P! On God!” “Lore” - It’s basically a way to say “backstory” or “background information,” usually about a person or fictional character and it can be complicated, but helps explain someone on a deep level. “Delulu” - This one is fun to say and means delusional. “Cinema” - It refers to something that’s high drama or incredibly messy and is used the way a millennial might have said “epic” back in the day. “Crash out” - This is the new “spiraling” and can be applied to just about anything. “Everything causes a crash out,” a teacher named Marnie explains. “No chocolate milk left in the cafeteria? ‘OMG! I’m crashing out!’ “Main character energy” - Someone who has this thinks of themselves as the star of the show and it’s used to call them out for taking themselves too seriously. “Big back” - This can be self-depricating, if a kid says they’re a “big back” while raiding the pantry for another snack. But it can also be downright mean when used as an insult toward someone else. Second Date Update May calls us about Brent. They both live in Pacifica. They decide to do dinner and a movie for their first date. Now, Brent is ghosting.…
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Fewer Young Americans Reaching Major Adulting Milestones Some people never want to grow up and according to new research from the U.S. Census Bureau, fewer young adults are hitting milestones related to adulthood. It turns out, there’s been a dramatic shift in how many young people in the country are reaching major life events, like moving out of their parents’ house, getting married and having a child. Back in 1975, nearly half of all Americans between the ages of 25 and 34 had done these things, but today, less than a quarter have.⠀ The 12-3-20 Workout A fitness trend that went viral on social media with more than 14-million views may actually do what it says, new research suggests. The 12-3-30 treadmill workout took off on TikTok. It claims that walking at a 12% incline, at a pace of three miles per hour, for 30 minutes is a fat-burning, low-impact fitness fix. A new study puts it to the test, comparing results to “self-paced” treadmill running. In the study, young adults did two workouts, one round of 12-3-30 and one session of running at a pace they could keep up for 20 to 25 minutes. The workouts were adjusted to burn the same number of calories and running burned calories faster, about 13 calories per minute compared to 10 calories per minute for the 12-3-30. That’s because calories are burned faster with a higher intensity workout, like running. What’s interesting is that the 12-3-30 workout used more fat as a fuel source - 41% of energy came from fat, while 33% did during running. The Little Kid Things Adults Won't Stop Doing Redditors are spilling the “little kid” things they still do even though they’re adults, and you may just want to start doing them, too. "Every single time I go to Target, I have to walk down the Lego aisle. I don't even buy them, I just like to look at the big, complicated sets and imagine building them." "Watching cartoons. As an adult living in today’s world, I just need a break from reality and want something funny and innocent." "Buying dino nuggets. I'm a legal adult who can cook actual food, but sometimes you just have a bad day and the only cure is dinosaur-shaped chicken." "Rainbow sprinkles on my ice cream. They look so cheerful and I like the crunch. Chocolate sprinkles are not an acceptable substitute. I want every color of food dye or no deal." "Coming home with cool-looking rocks in my pockets." "Driving by farm animals and saying their names out loud. 'Hi, cows!' 'Horses!' 'Have a nice day, goatie goats!'" Second Date Update Andre calls about Nicole. They went for Tapas and now she has ghosted. What happened during dinner?…
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Ridiculous Excuses For Missing Work A new Reddit thread is reminding us that people will say just about anything to get out of work. What is your story? "I was once late to work because I was glued in my apartment. They replaced the carpet in the common hallway overnight, and were too enthusiastic with the glue by my door. I had to wait until maintenance arrived at 8 a.m., so they could body slam the door from the outside." "My grandparents had a medical emergency years ago where one got stuck on the toilet, and when the other tried to help, they fell and knocked themselves unconscious. " "Flushed my car key down the toilet. It was me, and I certainly did." "Got bit on the finger by a squirrel while tossing a coffee cup into a parking garage trashcan." "A guy I worked with in retail 15 years ago called in to say he had a nightmare and didn't think he'd be able to get back to sleep and come in to work five hours later." "I was running a shift and had a girl call in sick, saying she was too distraught to work because Zayn had left One Direction." "I had to call in late once because my stairs were gone. Of course, it was a huge violation by the condo, and we had no way out of our second-story walk-up. Absolutely ridiculous, and fortunately, the photos I sent my boss were enough to excuse my tardiness." Coupes Who Gossip Together Are Closer Most couples gossip, and it turns out, that can be good for their relationship. According to a new study from University of California, Riverside, couples who gossip together are happier and more satisfied in their romance and share a deeper bond. Researchers tracked 76 couples using a portable listening device and found they spent an average of 29 minutes a day gossiping with their partner and those who did more frequently reported higher levels of happiness and better relationship quality. Cleaning Is My Love Language Forget words of affirmation or physical touch, a new survey finds that 54% of Americans say cleaning is their love language. The research from Seventh Generation also finds that 85% consider cleaning up for someone else an act of love. Nearly two in three respondents admit they’ve been turned off by someone’s messy home and a third have even ended a relationship because of a partner’s lack of cleanliness.⠀ Second Date Update Taylor met Harper met on Tinder. They went to dinner; food was good, the drinks were good. After one follow-up text, she has ghosted.…
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Habits People Picked Up After Visiting Other Countries A post in the travel subreddit asks, “What’s something you adopted into your lifestyle after visiting another country?” Nearly a thousand Redditors responded with the habits and products they’ve added to their routine after learning about them while traveling abroad. From a bidet discovered in Japan to individual comforters for each partner after a trip to Denmark, these things are now a part of travelers’ lives. Worst Pick-Up Lines For Online Dating “Hey” or “Hi” - Nothing screams generic laziness like typing two or two three letters and nothing else. “You’re hot” - Some people may consider this a compliment, but it’s objectifying and inappropriate for a first message, and it shows no respect. “What are you doing right now?” - You wouldn’t greet a stranger in a bar like this, so don’t do it online either. “Why are you on here?” - there’s no point in asking this, as it sounds kind of judgy and can make someone defensive. Quiet Firing There are some clear signs of quiet firing and these are the most common, according to HR and career experts. Being excluded from meetings - If you’re suddenly not invited to meetings you were once a key part of, that’s a serious red flag they may be passively letting you go. Shifting responsibilities - Sudden changes in your workload, whether they’re piling it on with unrealistic goals or sticking you with meaningless projects, that could be a bad sign. If you get vague or no answers, that’s a red flag. Support decreases - They may pull back on support, leaving you feeling abandoned or alone, and making it tougher to handle your workload. If you feel like it’s unbearable and you just can’t do it, then you’ll quit and that’s the idea. Development stops - If your future at the company used to be discussed, but now you’re passed over for promotions or raises for no apparent reason, that’s a clear sign of quiet firing. And in some cases, this can drag on for years. Policy-driven quiet firing - Employees being required to return to the office can be a form of quiet firing, as some employers expect some workers to decide to leave the company instead. Second Date Update Damon met Bridget online. They both games of any kind from cards to cornhole. They picked a board game cafe to have their first date. Now, she has ghosted.…
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Corey Has Psychic Anxiety At least three times in my life, I have had crazy emotions the day before something bad happens. In high school, after a cross country run I started crying for no reason. The next day, my parents announced they were getting a divorce. The day before the guy I thought was the one dumped me, same thing. I had crazy anxiety Monday...my dad had a bad fall Tuesday morning. (He's okay) How do we cash in on this? Sleep Maxing More Americans are investing in better rest through products, routines and lifestyle changes, reshaping both bedrooms and behaviors along the way. This includes redesigning bedrooms to tracking sleep with wearable devices . The most popular sleepmaxxing tools Americans are using include white noise machines or soundscapes (38%), blackout curtains (36%), melatonin or sleep gummies (34%), and following a strict sleep/wake schedule (24%). Over 40% say they’ve given up or at least cut back on scrolling, caffeine and late-night drinks. Four C's Of A Strong Relationship Communication. Talk things over…even what makes you angry. Cooperation. It extends to everything from chores to the bedroom. Compromise. You don't have to change who you are to compromise on something. Consummation. Intimacy is such a vital part of a happy marriage, but don't ever use intimacy against them. Second Date Update Damian and Valerie met online and found that they both really enjoy trying new wines. They pick wine-tasting in Petaluma for their first date. What could cause Damian to ghost?…
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1 Why Is Handwashing More Important In The Summer? 35:09
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Things To Get You Going Besides Coffee Sun exposure - getting sunlight it in the morning is actually energizing on a neurological level. Movement - a quick stretch, some yoga poses, or a brisk walk outside can boost energy by improving circulation, increasing dopamine and helping you feel less groggy. Meditation and breathwork - Even five minutes of meditation can help boost energy, quiet mental noise and help with focus. Vocal vibe shift - the practice of just humming, singing or light vocalizing, which stimulates the vagus nerve and regulates the nervous system. Cold water - Splash a little cold water on your face to boost mood, help with alertness, improve focus, and even boost stress tolerance. Hobbies That Make Men More Attractive Reading Learning a foreign language Playing a musical instrument Cooking Woodworking Painting Writing Gardening Swimming Photography Handwashing Is More Important In Summer Using public restrooms and shared toilets - Whether it’s at an outdoor festival, a gas station stop during a road trip, or a beach bathroom, these high-traffic areas can be breeding grounds for bacteria like E. coli, salmonella, coronavirus and more. Cooking and eating outside - Barbecues and picnics are a lot of fun, but if food is left out in the sun or meat isn’t cooked thoroughly, someone could easily end up with food poisoning. Swimming and water play - Lakes, rivers, swimming pools and oceans can all contain harmful germs and parasites, which can be resistant to chlorine. Beach sand and seawater can even carry fecal bacteria. Camps, playgrounds and festivals - Kids are at higher risk of infection during the summer thanks to group settings like summer camps, playgrounds and soft play centers. But doesn’t getting dirty help build kids’ immune systems? - Yes, early exposure to natural microbes in soil, from animals or the environment can help support immune development, but this isn’t the same as skipping handwashing after using the toilet or preparing food. Second Date Update Armie and Melinda met on Hinge and she felt so comfortable, they had their first date at his place. Now she is being ghosted.…
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1 Has Corey Outed Herself As A Terrible Person...Again? 34:03
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Corey Is A Terrible Person...Again. The previous owner of my home wrote me note asking if she and her brother could come visit the house over the weekend. I never got back to her. I didn't want to give out my number. Am I awful? How To Sneak In More Movement Do some squats or wall sits while your food is heating up Bike or walk to errands Take the stairs Walk while you talk on the phone Get active while watching your favorite show Use a desk treadmill or walking pad Do calf raises while brushing your teeth Tips For Getting Back On The Fitness Track I started exercising again. I tried not to overdo it. Until my knee gave out and I was on the floor. Any tips for getting back into the groove? Any embarrassing workout stories? Second Date Update Caleb met Roxanne on Tinder. Their first date is cocktails in Berkeley. He can't believe she is ghosting.…
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Marcus and Corey discuss the formula for a perfect day, college versus just getting a job and what reminds you that you are not young anymore.
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Marcus and Corey talk about Gen Z using AI to save money and grab great hacks, Saturday self care and the new trend, "Dilly-Dallying."
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Marcus and Corey discuss the "Coffee Nap," romanticizing your workout and how to keep your kids safe in an AI world.
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Marcus and Corey discuss wedding etiquette, why you might need brain camp, healthy eating habits and more.
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Marcus and Corey tackle Second Date Update, good news and What You Know 'Bout that.
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1 Could You Turn Your Side Hustle Into A Full Time Job? 35:08
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Mic Drop Moments Sometimes, life hands you a standing ovation for opening a stubborn jar, and honestly, that’s the kind of energy we need more of. A recent study finds that every day “mic drop moments” are all around us. What is one of yours? Knowing the answer to a quiz show Discovering when you go to pay for something it’s actually discounted Making someone laugh with a perfectly timed joke Sailing through multiple green traffic lights in a row Ticking off everything on your to-do list Catching something which has been thrown at you quickly Fixing a tech issue for someone Life Before My Spouse/ My Kids As much as you love your significant other, what is something you miss from being single: The lack of responsibility and obligations. The rush of 'firsts' — that first date rush/nervous feeling. Holding hands for the first time, first kisses, the first time having sex with someone. Not ever having to be accountable for random stuff I do around my own house. Being able to come home from work and not speak a single word. Deciding on what to have for dinner without a second opinion. Side Hustles That Could Lead To Full Time Work According to a recent Gallup poll , more than 60% of Americans want to be their own boss. While a full-time job pays the bills and has benefits, it doesn’t give you the freedom to be in charge, and that’s what makes side hustles so appealing to some people. Tour guide - Being passionate about parts of your city and knowing how to show people around is the key and you can use sites like Facebook, Upwork and Viator to market yourself. Some tour guides report making an average of $100 to $300 per tour, sometimes much more. AI Services - Know your way around ChatGPT or similar tools? There’s a demand for those skills. Online courses - Whether you’ve had some business success others can learn from or have hobbies or skills people are interested in, think about putting together an online course to sell on Etsy, Skillshare or Udemy. Medical coding - If you’re properly certified and know how to review records for accuracy and help with data entry, this income stream can become a full-time job. Fashion designer - Several clothing and jewelry brands started as side hustles, so why not yours? One success story is Kate Sullivan, founder of Sage Vintage, who started the handmade jewelry company as a side hustle and brought in over $500,000 in revenue last year. Graphic design - Know your way around Canva or Photoshop? Sites like PeoplePerHour and 99designs can help you find your client base and as you build a portfolio and establish a reputation, your business could take off. Second Date Update Felicis calls about Nolan. They met on Hinge. They decided to go for burgers in Alameda After the date, Nolan ghosted.…
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Why We Forget Things...AKA Brain Fog Medications - Drugs known to impact memory include (anxiety meds like Xanax and Valium, statins (used to control cholesterol), anti-seizure meds, beta blockers, antidepressants, opioids and a certain class of sleeping pills. Depression or anxiety - When you’re depressed, your brain is not working at 100%. It’s not paying attention to things as well as it usually does, and the memory areas are not doing what they usually do. Diet - Research links ultraprocessed foods with cognitive decline and an increased risk of dementia. Sleep - Not getting enough sleep can make it harder to concentrate, learn new things and create new memories, according to the National Institutes of Health . Trouble hearing - New research suggests a connection between hearing loss and brain health, but hearing aids can help. The study links hearing aids with a 19% lower risk of long-term cognitive decline. Multitasking - Being distracted affects your ability to focus and remember things, and one study finds that multitaskers often have trouble recalling information. And they were young people. Restuarant Red Flags It’s dirty The place is empty - If it’s a Monday night, this isn’t concerning, but if the dining room is empty during peak hours on a weekend... There’s no management presence - Managers are visible in the dining room, greeting customers, talking to tables and helping servers when needed, but if you can’t tell who’s in charge, it might be because no one is. It’s overloaded with social media influencers - Sure, they can help get people in the door, but they might be getting special treatment and freebies to promote a restaurant. The staff argues with you - Mistakes will be made, but staff members should own it and try to make it up to you when that happens. It doesn’t matter how good the food is, if the staff argues with you, it ruins the experience. Servers don’t know the menu - It shows poor training and “a lack of pride in the product.” You’re being upsold aggressively - When it feels like a script or they’re harassing you, it’s a sign the restaurant is struggling and doesn’t care about hospitality as much as sales. New Cheating Emojis According to private investigator Paul Jones from ARF Private Investigators, there are some random, innocent-looking emojis that aren’t really so innocent. Jones says that if you find your partner texting the croissant or padlock emojis, they’re probably cheating on you. “On the surface, it might look innocent, but there’s usually a deeper meaning,” Jones explained. “We’ve had people using a croissant emoji as a way of saying ‘meet me for breakfast,’ or the letter emoji as a subtle ‘text me when you’re free.'” Second Date Update Dean and Ariel met on Hinge, and after a fun back-and-forth over messaging, they decided to meet in person. Their first date was sushi and sake bombs in Fremont. She has pulled a Casper.…
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1 Smart People Ignore These Phrases During Work Meetings 33:02
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Tsunami Warning After the earthquake in Russia, we got tsunami warning. We talked about what you should really worry about and what to stay away from. Things Smart People Ignore In Meetings The obvious blame shift Buzzwords with no substance Recycled ideas presented as new ones Passive-aggressive digs When someone is constantly interrupting others People who talk a lot just to be heard Vague promises with no timeline A humble bragger The unrealistic deadlines The endless tangent Credit misdirection How Do You Tell Someone They Wear Too Much Perfume At Work? Second Date Update Lorenzo and Heather went for Italian in Mountain View on Castro St. She thought he was charming and the date was awesome, but he has vanished.…
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1 How Much Is Too Much When It Comes To Cyberstalking? 34:48
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The Right Amount of Cyberstalking Experts say this is how to decide on the right amount of pre-first-date research: Focus on sensible “cyberstaling” - Start with verifying what you already know about them. Confirm they work where they say they do by checking out their LinkedIn and get a feel for their personality by scrolling through their Instagram. When it becomes overkill - Things like running a paid background check or combing their social media profiles to do a deep dive into their past and looking at their ex’s tagged photos are definitely too much. Check for red flags - Not having an online footprint is a major one. Even if they don’t like social media, most people have a LinkedIn profile, if they don’t and you feel like something is off, you may want to reconsider meeting up in person. Don’t overprepare - This is a date, not a job interview, so don’t spoil the genuine way you get to know someone by researching more than you need to. Feeling Financially Comfortable We are not talking annual salary, this is total. Americans don’t need a million dollars to be financially comfortable, just $839-thousand will do it, according to new research from Charles Schwab. Their survey reveals that figure is much lower than the $2.3-million people consider wealthy. When asked to define what “wealthy” means to them, respondents’ top three are happiness (45%), “amount of money I have” (44%) and physical health (37%). Corey's Brain When I am trying to sleep, it is like three movie screens are playing. One is playing music from the 'Mary Poppins' soundtrack, another is questioning whatever happened to my college boyfriend...this third is me counting back from a 100, version of counting sheep. Does anyone else have a multiplex churning when they just want to rest? Second Date Update Maya met Eric online. They are both into fitness and health, so take a yoga class for their first date. They even enjoyed smoothies afterwards. Why would he ghost?…
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What Would You Do For Million Dollars? For the chance to score a seven-figure payday, 43% of Americans would ditch their romantic partner, according to a new survey. More than half (59%) would disappear and start a new life for a million bucks, while 41% would give up sex forever and 27% would marry someone they didn’t love. Nearly half (46%) of the 2-thousand respondents would even participate in a real-life “Squid Game” competition for a shot at winning $33-million.⠀ Wildest Things Kids Brought To School “A baby opossum — in his backpack that he found at the bus stop that morning.” “Sixth grader brought ‘brownies’ and gave them to the ENTIRE grade level. There were students sitting against the walls on both sides of the hallway in the main office waiting to get interviewed by law enforcement.” “A life-sized cardboard cut-out of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We propped her up in the window of the door overnight and scared extended-care folks and the janitor.” “Fifth grader brought weeks-old Jello shots from Mardi Gras.” “A kitten he found on his walk to school.” “Aztec death whistle.” “An expired Twinkie they had found on the bathroom floor.” “First grader brought his mom’s copy of ‘Kama Sutra’ and asked me to read it to the class.” “All the rent money from a mom’s purse.” “Student ... unzips hoodie to reveal a boa constrictor snuggled around her neck.” “Grandma’s wig. The good one. Gave it to me for Christmas.” “Fuzzy handcuffs that she said her mom loves.” Kids Embarrassing Their Parents “I made the mistake of telling my kid that if he didn’t eat, he wouldn’t grow. He told a person with dwarfism in the checkout line at the store that they needed to eat so they would grow.” “My son at 5 years old dropped a deuce in the toilet display at Lowe’s.” “Just paid for an item at Walmart and walked out without it in a bag. My kid said loudly, ‘Are you stealing that?? We have to pay!’” “My daughter would ask every man she saw if they were her dad. Me and her dad were, and still are, together. She saw him daily, she just insisted on asking every man .... she even asked people when her dad was with us.” “When my daughter was 4, we were having breakfast in a restaurant and she asked the elderly lady next to us why she wasn’t in heaven yet.” “I told my son he couldn’t eat chips until we got home. He responded loudly, ‘But Mom, we don’t have a home.’ We very much did, and everybody at the store started offering housing resources.” “Walked into Wendy’s and my 2 and 1/2 year-old looks at a lady and said in her loud, squeaky voice, ‘That lady is OLD. She’s going to die soon.’ Every head turned to look at said woman. We did not eat at Wendy’s that night.” “My 5-year-old son asked if the gas station guy with the turban was a genie.” “My son loved to fake drown at water parks.” “My son told the pediatrician when he was 7 or 8, ‘My mom doesn’t make us wear seatbelt and we duck if we see a cop.’ NEVER HAPPENED and I was so speechless, I couldn’t even react.” “My daughter asked the .... cashier (who was missing some teeth) if she ever brushed her teeth before.” Second Date Update Amanda calls us about Eli. They went out for drinks in Mountain View after meeting online. She thought he was attractive and smart, and they had a few hours of great conversation. Now nothing.…
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Benefits To Attract Top Talent Employers are going the extra mile to attract and keep quality workers. Here are a few niche offerings: Free college tuition Adoption and surrogacy assistance Mortgage rate buyouts Paid vacations with a stipend Medical benefits for domestic partnerships Company retreats to music festivals Why Is This Okay For Men, But Not Women? “Being topless in public.” "Not changing their name when they get married. (This varies by location.)" "Making their careers their first priority." “Not shaving.” "Saying we don't want to have kids. I don't know why women can't say that without being told it's the reason why they're here on earth. My boyfriend even said that only women who used their wombs would go to Heaven because they fulfilled God's purpose for them." "Be a single parent. 'Oh, he’s so amazing for looking after his own children!'" "Being introverted and reserved. And not smiling. Women who are quiet are deemed stuck-up, get accused of having an attitude, and get told to smile more. Men don't deal with that particular issue as much." Pasta Makes You Happy According to the study , eating pasta is linked to feelings of increased happiness, reduced stress and greater mindfulness, especially when it’s enjoyed in a social setting with loved ones. Second Date Update Jake and Vanessa met online and went to a play at a community theater for their first date. He says they had a great dinner that night as well. Why would she ghost?…
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