Image by Luma Candles of Unsplash There’s nothing like lighting your favorite candle after a long day, whether it’s the comforting warmth of vanilla or the crisp, spa-like notes of eucalyptus. Candles have become a staple in self-care routines, home decor, and even wellness practices. But what if that soothing…
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Why More Americans Are Ditching Netflix for YouTube Documentaries
Image by Billy Freeman of Unsplash Streaming used to be simple. You curled up with your favorite show on Netflix, hit “next episode,” and settled into the kind of binge-watch culture that defined the 2010s. But recently, a quiet shift has been happening in how Americans consume long-form content. More…
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Skipping Breakfast Might Be Saving Your Wallet But Hurting Your Brain
Image by Rachel Park of Unsplash In the rush of modern life, breakfast has become an easy sacrifice. Whether you’re running late for work, committed to intermittent fasting, or simply trying to cut down on food expenses, skipping breakfast has quietly become the norm for many Americans. After all, skipping…
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Helpful Tech or a Lawsuit Waiting to Happen?
Smart doorbells have become a must-have in the modern home. With just a tap on your smartphone, you can see who’s at your door, chat with delivery drivers, or monitor package theft in real time. Brands like Ring, Nest, and Eufy have turned simple doorbells into sleek surveillance systems, promising…
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The 7 Types of Rest Your Brain Actually Needs—And Sleep Isn’t One of Them
We’re conditioned to believe that sleep is the ultimate cure for exhaustion. And while getting a solid eight hours is undeniably essential for physical health, many people wake up feeling just as tired as when they went to bed. Why? Because not all tiredness is solved with sleep. Your brain,…
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Why Are Gen Z Bringing Typewriters to Coffee Shops Now?
Image by Luca Onniboni of Unsplash Typewriters clicking in a modern coffee shop may seem like a contradiction. But lately, you might find a young adult sipping an iced oat milk latte while pounding away on a vintage Smith-Corona. At first glance, it feels like performance art or another Instagram…
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She’s Not High Maintenance—You’re Just Not Budgeting for Her Right
Image by Alexandra Maria of Pexels The phrase “high maintenance” has become a casual insult, especially aimed at women who enjoy a certain lifestyle, appearance, or level of care. But beneath that label is often a deeper misunderstanding: it’s not that she’s asking for too much. It’s that you haven’t…
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Why So Many Couples Are Choosing To Rent—Even When They Can Afford To Buy
Image by Ivan Samkov of Pexels There was a time when renting was seen as a temporary stepping stone—a financial necessity for young people on their way to “real” adulthood, aka homeownership. But today, many couples with steady incomes, good credit, and enough savings to afford a down payment are…
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Everything He Touches Dies
It’s not as though we weren’t warned. Everything Trump Touches Dies: A Republican Strategist Gets Real About the Worst President Ever. That was published in 2018. This was published a few days after Trump won, digesting Timothy Snyder’s warning: Is Trump trying to kill us? Authoritarian expert says yes. Here’s…
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The Real Cost of Becoming a Content Creator (And Is It Worth It?)
Image by Anna Nekrashvich of Unsplash Becoming a content creator looks like a dream job. You’re your own boss, you get paid to post online, and people send you free stuff. What’s not to love? But behind the filters and edited videos is a job that demands time, money, mental…