Confidence Is The Byproduct of Action, Not the Prerequisite
We often think of confidence as the magical ingredient that leads to success. It’s the stuff of motivational posters and pep talks: “Believe in yourself and you can do anything!” But here’s the truth that doesn’t make it onto the posters: confidence isn’t what gets you started—it’s what you earn along the way.
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Stop Expecting People to ‘Just Know’ What You Want
We’ve all been there. You’re upset because someone close to you didn’t do what you expected—or didn’t say what you needed to hear. And instead of just telling them, you stew in silence, convinced they should just know.
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Photos: Los Angeles wildfires threaten lives, homes and cultural landmarks – NPR
How to Help Victims of the Southern California Wildfires – NY Times
A Few Photos To Remind You That Life Is Beautiful – Ned Hardy
How Someone Who Knew Better Still Fell for a $50,000 Scam – Shield and Fortify
If you’re tired of messy drawers, this 25-piece organizer set is a total game-changer—it’s sturdy, easy to customize, and perfect for organizing everything from kitchen junk drawers to bathroom essentials – Amazon
How meditation deconstructs your mind – VOX
What America’s top economists are saying about AI and inequality – NPR
Aerodynamic sensors could speed up autonomous vehicles – Popular Science
US dockworkers threaten to strike against automation, creating economic uncertainty – AP News
Lets Take a Stroll Through The Art Museum – Ned Hardy
I bought this scooper for all my friends and family who have cats. That’s how good this thing is at it’s job – Amazon
Inside Oak Ridge: Rare Photos of the Secret Atomic City That Fueled the Manhattan Project – Rare Historical Photos
Candy Crush, Tinder, MyFitnessPal: See the Thousands of Apps Hijacked to Spy on Your Location – Wired
17 life hacks that are ‘so good’ people almost didn’t want to share. But thankfully, they did – Upworthy
The best of CES 2025 – Engadget
7 Reasons Why People Are Poor Long-Term in America – Linkiest
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Caveman Approved Products of the Week
This is a total game-changer. It combines a camera, doorbell, and keyless entry in one device, so you get extra security without extra gadgets cluttering up your front door – Amazon
Why Your Money Might Not Be as Safe as You Think in Online Banks
For decades, banking was boring—and that’s exactly what made it work. You deposited your paycheck, paid your bills, and occasionally checked your balance. There were no fireworks, no games, no interest rates high enough to make you question the laws of physics.
Then came online-only banks, flipping the script. Banking became sleek, fast, and—dare I say—fun. High-yield savings accounts, no fees, and apps that make your local credit union look like it’s still running Windows 95. What’s not to love?
Well, quite a bit, actually.
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Inside the Passport Bro Phenomenon: Why American Men Are Looking For Love Abroad – Ned Hardy
The Innocent Text That Could Cost You Everything: How Pig Butchering Scams Start – Shield and Fortify
This should be required reading for all married couples and people looking to get married – Amazon
What to know about the wildfires spreading through Southern California – NPR
US sues six of the biggest landlords over “algorithmic pricing schemes” – ARS Technica
Musk Vaulted to the Top of a Popular Videogame. Everyone’s Asking Where He Found the Time – WSJ
The Japanese Skill Copied by the World – BBC
A Few Photos To Scratch That Nostalgic Itch – Ned Hardy
I highly recommend this game for parties and get togethers. Really challenges your creative thinking and is a ton of fun – Amazon
James Mangold’s ‘Star Wars’ Movie Is Set 25,000 Years Before ‘Phantom Menace’ So That It’s Not ‘Handcuffed by Lore’ – Variety
Is There a Better Way to Have an Argument? – Greater Good
How to Stay Pain-Free During Marathon Training – Runners World
A Simple, Satisfying Reimagining of the N/A Cocktail – Punch Drink
The Real Cost of Living Through a Screen: Breaking Free from Social Media Addiction – Tiny Buddha
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15 People Who Achieved FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) Reveal If They Are Happier Now
1. YES…Free time gets used in different ways… Staying mentally fit: currently studying at university part time, learning a language, learning an instrument. Also trying to improve my illustration and photography skills.
Staying physically fit: mountain biking, bouldering, running and trying to sea swim. Helping others: do pro-bono work for NGOs in sectors of interest (40+ days in 2023).
Helping child with some of their questions re uni study, supporting a family member with mental health issues. Helping self: Travel: we take a few big breaks (Iceland all this month). We live between two countries, so explore them a fair bit. Social: spend time with family & friends