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Transform the daily grind to make life more interesting – a philosopher shares 3 strategies to help you attain the good lifeA shift in mindset as you go through your day-to-day can help you cultivate a psychologically rich life.
Rick Steves Doesn't Want You Overlooking This Food Spot While In FranceOf the many places worth paying a visit to in France, don't pass up the everyday hub that's a fixture of French culture. Care to wager any guesses?
Doctor's orders: Eat ice cream, and other tips for a long and healthy lifeIn his new wellness book, "Eat Your Ice Cream," Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel goes beyond the basics of eating, exercise and sleep, to the importance of being happy, social engagement, and recommended behaviors (like "don't be a schmuck") that can benefit longevity.
Why ordering takeout or calling the dog walker might lead to a happier relationshipCouples who spend money on time-saving services — like getting takeout, hiring a housecleaner or calling a dog walker — report greater relationship satisfaction, especially during stressful periods, says Ashley Whillans, a behavioral scientist and professor at Harvard Business School. Whillans studies the “tradeoffs people make between time and money.” Not everyone can afford to outsource bigger household chores.
How to identify animal tracks, burrows and other signs of wildlife in your neighborhoodFrom snails to skunks, squirrels to cicadas, most of our neighbors are quiet and seldom interact with us, but they play important roles in the world.
One of the best meteor showers of the year peaks at the worst possible time this weekA daylight peak and a full moon combine to sabotage the powerful Quadrantid meteor shower in 2026.
Glamour Shots once ruled the mall. I went to one of the last ones standing.There are two remaining Glamour Shots in the U.S. I went to one of them to get the full experience.
Stop the ‘good’ vs ‘bad’ snap judgments and watch your world become more interestingInstant evaluations narrow your perspective and limit your mind’s potential to connect and engage with other aspects of your experiences.
If someone's always late, is it time blindness, or are they just being rude?It wasn’t until she was diagnosed with ADHD at 22 that she learned she was experiencing a symptom sometimes called "time blindness." Russell Barkley, a retired clinical neuropsychologist at the University of Massachusetts, is often credited with linking time impairment with people with ADHD or autism. It relates to executive function that occurs in the frontal lobes of the brain, and it is a well-documented characteristic of many people with ADHD, said Stephanie Sarkis, a psychotherapist in Ta
These HGTV stars made a pledge to keep their kids off smartphones. Here's how it's going.Ben and Erin Napier's daughters have never used — or even held — a smartphone. As a result, they're "probably a little too judgmental" when they see other kids glued to screens.
New Year's superstitions: Eating 12 grapes, avoiding laundry and other rituals that are said to bring good fortuneThese superstitions are all about having your best year.
Six Flags Opens the Tallest, Fastest and Longest Roller Coaster in the WorldFalcons Flight opened alongside the rest of Six Flags Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia on Dec. 31
Want to be better about saving money in 2026? Try these money-saving tips for having a ‘low-buy’ January and beyondHow to save money in the new year.
I traveled to 13 countries in 2025. This small island nation surprised me the most.I spent one month island hopping in Africa, and the one I had the least expectations for surprised me the most.
Wedding Guest Outraged That Bride and Groom, Who Are in Their 60s and Have Both Been Married Before, Registered for GiftsThe couple is planning a wedding shower, and have registered for gifts, including "expensive" kitchen equipment, china, glassware and home furnishings
Curl Up With Some Hot Chocolate And Watch Mighty Car Mods Explore Japan In A Honda City Turbo IIStill, it makes for good footage. Buying a broken car, fixing it up, and tooling around Japan is classic Mighty Car Mods.
Gen Z workplace stereotypes were TV’s favorite punchline in 2025They don't check email. They expect a work-life balance. And they're fueling a lot of jokes on TV.
What loving-kindness meditation is and how to practice it in the new yearThe practice of this meditation often involves quietly reciting to oneself several phrases that evoke and visualize the beings who will receive loving-kindness.
I'm an 83-year-old yoga instructor. I'm not your typical grandma — I still work to feel fulfilled and supplement my Social Security.Barbara Brown, 83, works as a yoga instructor at nursing homes in Richmond, Virginia. She said her work has been fulfilling, though she needs to work.
Avoid Large Crowds In Bali & Swim At This Peaceful Waterfall With A Gorgeous, Natural PoolIndonesia is full of natural beauty, including this peaceful waterfall in Bali with a cave to explore behind the waterfall, and pool you can jump into below.



















