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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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Watch California’s Internet-Famous Bald Eagles Tend to Three New Eggs, Expected to Hatch Soon – Smithsonian

A Damn Fine Collection of Fascinating Photos – Ned Hardy

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

Unvaccinated Child Dies of Measles in Texas, Officials Say – NY Times

To Delay Death, Lift Weights – Outside

20 Pictures That Will Make You Nostalgic For the Sixties – Linkiest

43 of the Most Iconic Short Stories in the English Language – Lit Hub

How to grow your career once you’re at a company you like – Fast Co

10 Striking Propaganda Posters and the History Behind Them – Ned Hardy

Underrated kitchen tool. They are really useful for zesting citrus, and grating garlic, ginger, and hard cheeses – Amazon

In-car advertising glitch may be preview of a distracting future – ARS Technica

Hubble completes the largest galactic mosaic of all-time – Big Think

‘Buffy’ and ‘Gossip Girl’ actress Michelle Trachtenberg dead at 39 – ABC

Watch Out for the Latest PayPal Phishing Scam – Life Hacker

Autechre Announce First North American Tour in a Decade – Pitchfork

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14 Therapist Reveal Unusually Common Things They Often Hear, That People Are Hesitant To Disclose

1. Unwanted intrusive thoughts are normal and do not mean you are a bad person (yes, even intrusions of sexual/religious/moral themes).

By definition, these are thoughts that are unwanted bc they go against your own values and highlight what you don’t want to do (eg, a religious person having unwanted blasphemous images pop into their mind, or a new parent having unwanted sexual thoughts about their new baby).

However normal these thoughts are (over 90% of the population), the moral nature of these thoughts mean that often people experience a lot of shame and take many years before they first tell someone about them.

Read the rest: 14 Therapist Reveal Unusually Common Things They Often Hear, That People Are Hesitant To Disclose
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Why Are Graphing Calculators Still So Expensive?

If you’ve ever shopped for a graphing calculator, you’ve probably asked yourself the same question: Why does this thing cost over $100?

After all, we live in an era where smartphones are more powerful than most desktop computers from a decade ago. There are free apps that can solve complex calculus problems in seconds. And yet, somehow, the TI-84 Plus—a calculator that first launched in 2004—still retails for around $120.

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Life Experiences

Confessions of a Man Who Got The Penuma Implant

First, some quick details:

  • Surgery: January 2023
  • Penuma XXL – this was right before the Penuma plus so I got the classic
  • Pre-surgery Measurements:
  • Flaccid: 3 inches length; 4 inches girth
  • Erect: 6 inches Length; 6 inches girth
  • Post-Surgery Measurements:
  • Flaccid: 6 inches length; 6 inches girth
  • Erect: 6.25 inches length; 7.5 inches (mid-shaft) to 8 inches (base) girth
  • Male – 50’s
Read the rest: Confessions of a Man Who Got The Penuma Implant
Life Advice

Why Strength Training is Non-Negotiable for a Long, Healthy Life

If you want to live longer—and, more importantly, stay strong and independent while doing it—there’s one habit you can’t afford to ignore: lifting weights.

Research has long shown that aerobic exercise, like walking or jogging, is excellent for heart health and longevity. But increasingly, scientists are finding that strength training is just as essential, if not more so, for maintaining a high quality of life as we age. Studies consistently show that regular resistance training helps preserve muscle, strengthen bones, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Perhaps most compelling, it also appears to lower the risk of premature death—even more than some well-known risk factors like smoking or diabetes.

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How to maintain a healthy gut – Psyche

23 Photos That Show What Life Was Like in 1965 – Ned Hardy

This cooler performs just as well as the Yeti but at a fraction of the price – Amazon

For Many of America’s Aging Workers, ‘Retirement Is a Distant Dream’ – Time

How Livvy Dunne became one of the most famous names in sports – ESPN

The Fascinating Anatomy of the Presidential Motorcade – The War Zone

‘Star Wars’ Boss Kathleen Kennedy Planning to Exit LucasFilm at the End of 2025 – Variety

How North Korea pulled off a $1.5 billion crypto heist—the biggest in history – ARS Technica

You Can Learn A Lot About Short Guys By The Memes They Post Online – Ned Hardy

If you make salads, this is a worthy investment. They really do dry the greens really well. I wouldn’t consider them necessary, but it sure is nice to have – Amazon

7 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Hitler’s Wife, Eva Braun – Linkiest

The Six Keys to Positive Communication – Greater Good

Google Is Ditching SMS Code Verification, and That’s a Good Thing – Life Hacker

Ranked: The 20 Best-Performing S&P 500 Stocks (2005-2024) – Visual Capitalist

Life Experiences

Confessions From The BIID (Body Integrity Identity Disorder) Community

biid ramblings

1. I want my left foot gone. There’s a distinct line where I feel the stump should end. My foot feels like it’s supposed to be there, but at the same time it’s not. My foot, ankle or the lower half of my shin will tingle or hurt sometimes. Every day, I wake up and think: “Damn it, my foot is still attached to my body”.

Read the rest: Confessions From The BIID (Body Integrity Identity Disorder) Community
Life Experiences

19 Things the Working Class Wishes the Wealthy Knew

1. That not everyone is poor because they’re lazy or stupid or just didn’t try hard enough. There’s this deeply embedded belief in our country that poor people somehow deserve to be poor, and it’s amazing to me how blindly people believe this.

My parents have worked my entire life, often more than one job at a time. When I was in high school both my parents had two jobs, and we could still barely afford stuff. And it’s not because they’re lazy, that’s for damn sure. It’s not because they’re dumb, either. It’s because shit fucking happens sometimes, man. It’s been nearly the same for me.

Read the rest: 19 Things the Working Class Wishes the Wealthy Knew
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25 Photos That Take You Back—And Hit You Right in the Feels – Ned Hardy

This is probably the best multitool you can get if you are on a budget – Amazon

The star of the year’s most nominated film torpedoed her chance to win the trophy—in audacious fashion – The Atlantic

‘Everybody is looking at their phones,’ says man freed after 30 years in prison – Sky

Every Interview Question is Really This Question – Fast Co

Why Your Cat Thinks You’re a Huge, Unpredictable Ape – Wired

Pope Francis, in Critical Condition, Is ‘Resting’ in Hospital, Vatican Says – NY Times

25 Cool Design Ideas That Are So Damn Clever And Useful – Ned Hardy

This thing is a must for long car detailing sessions. It’s got this height-adjustable seat and rolls around easily, so it’s great for working on the car without straining your back or knees. Plus, there’s room to hold all your stuff – Amazon

Apple responds to tariff threat with a $500 billion US investment plan – The Verge

35 of the Best Long Movies Actually Worth Their Runtime – Life Hacker

A break from your smartphone can reboot your mood. Here’s how long you need – NPR

10 Child Actors Who Now Work Normal Jobs – Linkiest

How to stop checking on your ex — and everyone else you love to hate — on social media – VOX