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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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8 Big Questions You’ve Always Wondered About, Answered – Ned Hardy

Buy this for all the women in your life and for yourself if you want to have some way of defending from attackers – Amazon

9 iPhone Privacy Settings You Should Turn On Right Now – Make Use Of

The Fantastic, Fading Retro Diners of Hong Kong – Atlas Obscura

Nearly Two Million Student-Loan Borrowers Are at Risk of Docked Pay This Summer – WSJ

Faces of Courage: Historical Photos of Women from All Walks of Life – Rare Historical Photos

“It’s Not Just Winning. It’s the Celebrity”: Inside the Los Angeles Lakers’ Record-Setting Sale – Vanity Fair

25 Memes That Say “Welcome to Parenthood” Louder Than Words – Ned Hardy

Probably the most effective brush out there and is a godsend for managing shedding on your dog or cat – Amazon

Is moderate drinking bad, actually? – VOX

China unveils mosquito-sized drone – The Telegraph

What to Talk About in Therapy – Psychology Today

The Best Solo Travel Destinations, From Copenhagen to the Galápagos – Traveler

The Rise and Fall of TV Sitcoms: A Statistical Analysis – Stat Significant

Advice Column

“Been with my boyfriend for 11 years — he’s rich, I’m not. I’m scared of our future.”

I’m 27 and have been with my boyfriend (28) for 11 years. He comes from wealth, and I’ve always known that. Now he’s asking for a prenup, which I understand — that part doesn’t bother me. What hurts is how he talks to me.

I grew up poor, became a nurse practitioner, and now make $210K juggling two jobs. I even bought my parents a house. I’m proud of what I’ve built.

But lately, his words sting more than the money gap. When I asked if I’d have ownership in a property I helped pay for, he said, “It’s not my fault your parents didn’t give you anything. You might, depending on how I feel.” He’s called me a gold digger, a bitch, and said things like, “If you mess with me, I’ll make sure you never see a dime.”

Read the rest: “Been with my boyfriend for 11 years — he’s rich, I’m not. I’m scared of our future.”
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“My brother won the lottery and I’m jealous and bitter”

Two years ago, my brother won the lottery. Like, literally won $3 million. Just a regular ticket he picked up at a gas station. I remember he called me, laughing and crying at the same time. I was happy for him. I really was. But ever since then, something in me has started to rot.

He and his wife used the money wisely. Paid off debts, bought a house outright, helped out our mom by clearing her mortgage. They put a bunch into investments, and now they’re basically done with the whole “working full-time” thing. She stays home with their kid. He works maybe a day or two a week, just to keep from getting bored.

And I’m still here. Grinding.

Read the rest: “My brother won the lottery and I’m jealous and bitter”
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Can We See Our Future in China’s Cameras? – NY Times

Having a Bad Day? These 15 Folks Would Like a Word – Ned Hardy

The Retirement Scam That Cost One Man $300,000—And Why the System Keeps Failing People Like Him – Shield and Fortify

Dog Owners! You need to get one of these ball launcher—it makes playing fetch way easier and cleaner, keeps your hands off the slobbery ball, and your dog will get the best workout ever – Amazon

A Powerball winner’s 6 secrets to staying rich – Fast Co

Confessions of the Only Woman on a Rock Star Tour Bus – Narratively

Dolly Parton returns to Vegas for first run of shows in 32 years – USA Today

A Cult Fantasy Movie Redefined The Wizard Of Oz — And Nobody Noticed – Inverse

China’s Ghost Cities: The Story Behind the Country’s Many Ghost Towns of Abandoned Mansions – AD

24 Tweets That Are Funnier Than They Have Any Right to Be – Ned Hardy

You should get a neti pot—it’s a simple, natural way to clear out your sinuses and breathe so much easier, especially when allergies or colds hit – Amazon

12 Places Where Criticizing the Government Could Land You in Jail – Fodors

Zuckerberg Leads AI Recruitment Blitz Armed With $100 Million Pay Packages – WSJ

27 Celebrities Before And After Getting Cosmetic Work Done – BuzzFeed

145 People Report Being Pricked with Syringes at French Music Festival – Consequence

This Is What Happens When Hertz’s AI Scanner Finds Damage on Your Rental – The Drive

Advice Column

“I can’t stop yelling at my girlfriend”

Over the last few months my girlfriend and I have had a few fights over how I talk to her. I didn’t recognize it at first but the more I become aware the more I see it.

It seems like anytime there’s any issues or any amount of tension, no matter how little, between us I just blow up and scream at her.

I don’t mean to do it that’s just how I always talked to my parents growing up as they would constantly scream at me.

Read the rest: “I can’t stop yelling at my girlfriend”
Life Advice

Why Being Curious About Others Is More Powerful Than Being Impressive

There’s a strange and exhausting kind of loneliness that comes from constantly trying to impress people.

You know the feeling: You’re telling a story at a dinner party, carefully choosing words that make you sound interesting, accomplished, likable. Or you’re on a Zoom call, subtly nodding just a little too much, laughing just a little too loudly—hoping to prove your competence, your relevance, your value.

Read the rest: Why Being Curious About Others Is More Powerful Than Being Impressive