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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.
Picture Of The Day

Picture of the Day

William James Sidis

William James Sidis often lays claim to the title of the smartest man ever. Sidis was estimated to have an IQ in the 250–300 range.

Born on April 1, 1898, in New York City, William James Sidis was the son of Boris Sidis, a psychologist, and Sarah Mandelbaum Sidis, a physician. Both parents were Jewish Ukrainian immigrants, and they recognized their son’s prodigious talents early on.

By the age of 2, Sidis was reading The New York Times. At 6, he had already taught himself Latin, Greek, Russian, French, German, and Hebrew. And by the age of 8, he had even written a comprehensive anatomy textbook.

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Poll Of The Day

Poll of the Day

My girlfriend (F40) of 8 months revealed to me last night, rather casually, that she used to be a “serial cheater” for years; and cheated on every partner she ever had until a couple of years ago.

She said at the time she was remorseless, but eventually came to a point she decided it wasn’t conducive to a healthy relationship or her self esteem and decided to stop.

I (M38) have always struggled with trust issues my whole life for a variety of reasons I won’t go into. She seemed to brush this off as little more than an anecdote, but I gotta tell y’all, I’m shook.

I’d like to believe she’s changed and learned from this to become someone who would never do this again. But if I’m being honest, I definitely have less faith in her that I did 24hrs ago. What should I do?

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How Does Consent Work in These Chris Hansen Predator Videos?

Chris Hansen

In a recent video, Chris Hansen, known for his investigative journalism, particularly in exposing online predators, had an intriguing exchange with an individual he was interviewing. The individual, presumably caught in a compromising situation, stated that he did not consent to the interview. Hansen’s response sheds light on the complexities of consent, privacy, and the implications of committing a crime.

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Useful

The Art of Listening: Understanding the Need to Vent

We’ve all been there. A friend is telling you about a problem and you jump in with what you think is an obvious solution. But instead of being grateful, they get annoyed. “I just need to vent!” they protest.

When someone is upset, our first instinct is often to help “fix” the situation and make them feel better. But sometimes people don’t want advice or solutions. They just need to express their frustrations out loud to a sympathetic listener.

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Links

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Martin Scorsese’s 81 Greatest Movie Characters, Ranked – The Ringer

She Played ‘Punky Brewster’ in the 80s Television Show. See Soleil Moon Frye Now at 47 – Wanderer

A sleep mask is a game changer when it getting quality sleep every night – Amazon

She Played ‘Inara Serra’ On Firefly. See Morena Baccarin Now At 43 – Ned Hardy

The 250 Greatest Guitarists of All Time – Rolling Stone

Man, Wrongfully Imprisoned for 16 Years, Is Fatally Shot During Traffic Stop – CBS

Toyota Prius on LA Craigslist Has a Catalytic Converter Cage Like a Federal Prison – The Drive

How to feel less stressed – Psyche

How to Become a Killer Negotiator in Nine Steps – Telegraph

Woman films man persistently hitting on her while she is trying to work – Reddit

The U.S. Gets a C+ in Retirement: Social Security and 401(k) plans leave Americans less secure than retirees in much of the world – WSJ

A 21-Year-Old Just Solved a 2000-Year-Old Mystery In ‘World-Historical’ Breakthrough – VICE

Why are cafes, restaurants, and even towns banning influencers? – Mashable

2024 Nissan Z Nismo Marked Up to $158,495—or Best Offer – The Drive

Why This One Masculine Habit Drives Women WILD – Wing Girl Method

The new world’s hottest pepper, Pepper X, is 3 times spicier than its predecessor – NPR

Mapped: What You Need to Earn to Own a Home in 50 American Cities – Visual Capitalist

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What are the Benefits of Combining Finances in a Marriage?

When couples get married, one of the many important decisions they face is whether or not to combine their finances. While keeping separate accounts may seem easier, there are some significant benefits to merging finances that couples should consider.

Solidifying Commitment: Money is more than just currency; it’s a representation of our values, priorities, and dreams. Combining finances is a symbolic gesture of two lives becoming one, reinforcing the commitment and trust that underscores a marriage.

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Picture Of The Day

Picture of the Day

Haley Von Voorhis is the first female (non-kicker) to play in an NCAA football game

During a recent NCAA football game against Juniata, Haley Van Voorhis, a safety for Division-III Shenandoah University, made history as the first female non-kicker to participate. She entered the game in the first quarter when Shenandoah was leading by 26 points and managed to register a quarterback hurry on third down.

Van Voorhis expressed her exhilaration after the match, stating to The Washington Post, “It’s an amazing thing. I just wanted to get out and do my thing. I aim to demonstrate to others what women are capable of and to show my own capabilities. This is a significant milestone. I turned the impossible into the possible, and that thrills me.”

Shenandoah ultimately defeated Juniata with a score of 48-7.

Standing at 5-foot-6 and weighing 145 pounds, this junior player had previously spent two seasons with the junior varsity team. The Plains, Virginia-born athlete attended Christchurch for high school, receiving a 2019 all-state honorable mention. Unfortunately, her senior season was called off due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apart from football, Van Voorhis showcases her athleticism in Shenandoah’s track and field team as a sprinter.

Life Advice

You’re Not Behind!

you are not your thoughts you are your action

Just a quick note for anyone who needs to hear this:

You’re not behind. Period.

Nor are you ahead! We know this because whenever you observe the natural world anywhere, you’ll never see anything that’s ahead or behind. Even if one tree, somewhere out in the forest, grows more quickly than the one next to it, this wouldn’t mean that the slower tree is behind.

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