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Author: Theodore Lee

Theodore Lee is the editor of Caveman Circus. He strives for self-improvement in all areas of his life, except his candy consumption, where he remains a champion gummy worm enthusiast. When not writing about mindfulness or living in integrity,  you can find him hiding giant bags of sour patch kids under the bed.
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A.I. Researchers Are Negotiating $250 Million Pay Packages. Just Like N.B.A. Stars. – NY Times

27 Photos Every ’80s and ’90s Kid Will Recognize – Ned Hardy

One of the most underrated tools in the kitchen. You will never grate Parmesan or other hard cheeses any other way once you buy one. It literally liquifies garlic, so you don’t have to spend time chopping it for recipes – Amazon

New Study Says Kids Under 13 Shouldn’t Have Smartphones—But What If They Already Do? – Parents

What makes a meme take off? The 3 rules of virality – Big Think

How to alter the passage of time to feel fast or slow – Psyche

The 9 Best Songs By Fred Rogers On “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood” – Fatherly

Don’t Fall for This Fake Email About Your Instagram Account – Life Hacker

21 Time-Saving, Sanity-Preserving Child Hacks for Anyone With Kids – Ned Hardy

If you cook with Tofu, this is an invaluable tool to effortlessly suck out all the moisture – Amazon

History’s Biggest Companies vs. The Magnificent Seven – Visual Capitalist

Understanding your ‘social battery’ life is a great way to know when (or when not) to go out – Upworthy

The Honda Prelude Has a Secret Design Trick to Make It Easier to Park – The Drive

9 Ways to Apply Minimalism to Your Social Media Habits (and Reclaim Your Time) – Becoming Minimalist

Life Experiences

14 Linemen Reveal How Much They Make Each Year

1. In CA, it’s not that hard to make 300k.

Depending on how you manage your OT, it can be a ton of effort or minimal effort.

For me, it’s easy as pie to make 260-300k. I’m not beating my body up. I choose when I work so that helps tremendously.

If you stay on top of your OT, you can pick and choose when to work. We use an evergreen to determine who gets first dibs at overtime.

Also, all OT is double time. It just makes it that much easier.

At SCE, you will make 200k without even trying. I was hitting 250-265 and hardly worked weekends. Just picking up hours during the week here and there.

My gig is even better now that I’m transmission, 300k with minimal wear and tear.

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This Has Squatter Written All Over It!

The second someone’s “house-sitting” pitch includes their kids, their own dog, their friend’s three dogs, and a request for multiple bedrooms, you’re not hiring a sitter—you’re inviting a full-blown tenant who will absolutely never leave without a sheriff’s notice.

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Why Your Relationship Needs More Clarity—and Less Guesswork

We spend a lot of time in relationships worrying about being “nice.” We avoid tough conversations, dance around uncomfortable topics, and hope that by keeping the peace, we’re doing the right thing. But the truth is, real respect in relationships doesn’t come from sugarcoating things or hiding how we feel—it comes from clarity.

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How to Be Kind to Yourself

Most of us would never talk to a friend the way we talk to ourselves. It’s bizarre, isn’t it? Somehow, being patient, forgiving, and understanding with other people comes so much easier. But here’s the thing: being kind to yourself isn’t about giving yourself endless passes or pretending you don’t make mistakes. It’s about treating yourself with the same basic respect and understanding you’d show anyone you care about.

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How to Talk to Your Parents About the Romance/Pig Butchering Scams – Shield and Fortify

A Damn Fine Collection of Fascinating Photos – Ned Hardy

These are the best air-tight containers on the market. They help keep coffee, cereal, pasta, snacks, and even leftovers fresh for longer by sealing out air and moisture – Amazon

Cheyenne to host massive AI data center using more electricity than all Wyoming homes combined – AP News

The 3-Ingredient Tuna Spaghetti I Fell for in Italy – Bon Appetit

Amid PFAS Fallout, Maine Residents Navigate Medical Risks – Undark

The Naked Gun review – Liam Neeson deadpans impeccably in outrageously amusing spoof reboot – The Guardian

U.S. economy grew at a 3% rate in Q2, a better-than-expected pace – CNBC

Here’s What a $5 Million Retirement Looks Like in America – WSJ

Feed Your Brain With These 5 Fascinating Facts – Ned Hardy

Their screwdrivers are pretty hard to beat in terms of value. The tips are high quality and the “laser tips”, while gimmicky in name, don’t strip. So long as you like the feel of the handles, they’re a no-brainier IMO – Amazon

15 amazing things happening in America right now that are drowned out by negative news – Upworthy

The 11 Most Horrific Sports Injuries Ever – Linkiest

Who Are Hollywood’s Greatest Character Actors? A Statistical Analysis of Iconic “That Guy” Performers – Stat Significant

You Probably Need Less Money Than You Think For Retirement – Wealth of Common Sense

Life Experiences

Confessions of a Former Incel Who Turned His Life Around

People toss around the word “incel” these days like it’s just another insult, or like everyone in that space is hateful by default. I used to think so, too—until it became the only label that felt honest for where I was.

For me, “inceldom” wasn’t about blaming women or joining some toxic club. It was about existing in a space where loneliness turned into identity. It’s waking up every day knowing you are invisible to everyone you want to be seen by. At first, I just wanted what everyone else seemed to get by default—attention, affection, a chance. But the more I went without, the more it warped how I saw myself and the world around me.

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