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We live in a world that celebrates independence. The lone wolf. The self-made millionaire. The grind-until-you-make-it ethos. It’s all about you, and the message is clear: you don’t need anyone else.

But let me tell you something that could change your life if you let it: the people who thrive in this world aren’t the ones who go it alone. They’re the ones who surround themselves with people who can speak into their lives.

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Let’s be real for a minute. Relationships can feel like a maze, full of twists, turns, and dead ends. People are complicated, emotions are tricky, and it’s easy to get lost trying to figure out where you stand. But here’s the simple truth that could save you a lot of time and heartache: if you have to wonder if they’re interested, they’re probably not.

[Read more…] about If You Have to Wonder If They’re Interested, They’re Not Interested

Toyota: Still very reliable. Even more boring than they used to be. Right now, very overpriced.

Honda: Make very good cars, comfortable, driver’s vehicles, but reliability is just mediocre now, also overpriced.

[Read more…] about An Honest Review of Today’s Top Automakers

Can you get rich and achieve FIRE by day trading? Sure, it’s possible. But possible doesn’t mean probable, and when it comes to your money and your future, probability is what matters. So, let’s break this down.

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1. Any time they talk, they brag about themselves. If someone else is talking they have a compulsion to bring it back to bragging about themselve

2. Constantly try to one-up another person’s accomplishments or stories.

3. Over the top displays, or almost caricatures, of masculinity. Making an effort to communicate dominance.

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Life often feels like a battle between opposing forces: love and anger, pride and insecurity, gratitude and longing. But what if the struggle isn’t about choosing one over the other? What if the real growth comes from embracing both?

Brené Brown calls this concept the “genius of the AND”—the idea that we can hold seemingly contradictory truths simultaneously. It’s a liberating alternative to the “tyranny of the OR,” which forces us into rigid, either/or thinking. The tyranny of the OR makes us believe we must be either happy or sad, good or bad, confident or insecure. It doesn’t leave room for the messy complexity of real life.

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We’ve all been there. You’re in the middle of a heated argument, emotions are running high, and out of your mouth comes the dreaded, “You always…” or “You never…” These phrases feel satisfying in the moment, like you’re driving home a point that cannot be refuted. After all, it’s not just this time—it’s every time, right?

[Read more…] about Why “You Always…” and “You Never…” Are Destroying Your Relationships (And What to Say Instead)

There’s a strange thing that happens when you admit you’re wrong. For a moment, it feels like the world might end. Like everyone will suddenly see through you, as if admitting a mistake reveals some kind of fundamental flaw. But here’s the kicker (just kidding—never that phrase): the exact opposite happens.

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The Genius Scam That’s Fooling Even Cybersecurity Experts – Shield and Fortify

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If you’re looking for a new pair of speakers, I can’t recommend these enough. They’re seriously one of the best in their price range, especially if you want clean, detailed sound without breaking the bank – Amazon

Inside the Booming ‘AI Pimping’ Industry – Wired

Archegos’ Bill Hwang sentenced to 18 years in prison for massive US fraud – Reuters

What Sports Psychology Research Reveals About Athletes’ Performance – Knowable

You Have No Idea How Gross Your Water Bottle Is. Here’s How to Clean It – Outside

17 Great American Road Trip Ideas, from Mountain Roads to Coastal Treks- Traveler

Protecting Mark Zuckerberg is Expensive Busines – Vorono

Remember Young Jenny From Forrest Gump? See What Hanna Hall Is Up to Now – Ned Hardy

The best noise cancellation available in true wireless earbuds is 23% off right now – Amazon

The 7 Most Amazing Stunts….That Ended in Death – Linkiest

3 emotional intelligence tips for helping a friend in a rough patch – Big Think

Nvidia’s Profit Doubles as A.I. Chip Sales Soar – NY Times

Is the Love Song Dying? – The Pudding