Why Trying to Control Other People Is a Losing Battle
Let’s get real for a second: we’ve all been there. Whether it’s our spouse, our kids, our friends, or our coworkers, we’ve all had those moments where we wish we could just make them do what we think is best. If only they’d listen, if only they’d act how we want them to, everything would be so much better, right?
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“First Day Homeless in California”
When you first see the title “First Day Homeless in California,” your heart drops. You feel bad for the guy, and with the cost of living skyrocketing nowadays, it’s easy to empathize. Rent in California is no joke, and it’s not news that the housing market is ruthless, especially in places like the Bay Area. You see the struggle everywhere—good people pushed to the edge just trying to survive.
But then, you listen to his story, and things get real clear real fast: this situation isn’t just California’s fault; it’s his fault.
Linkage
The Greatest Picture Books Of All Time, According To Authors, Illustrators — And Parents – Fatherly
A Few Photos To Help You Scratch That Nostalgic Itch – Ned Hardy
The Jury Duty Scam: How Scammers Try to Intimidate You with Fake Arrest Warrants – Shield and Foritfy
Welcome to Meta’s future, where everyone wears cameras – The Verge
Looking for the perfect kitchen tool? This is designed primarily for flipping omelettes, but is hands-down the best spatula and pan stirrer you’ll ever find – Amazon
How Can I Get My Teen to Love Travel? – Afar
Israel conducts ground raids in southern Lebanon ahead of a larger possible invasion – NPR
11 Scientific Advancements Inspired by Sci-Fi Stories – Mental Floss
Not Smart But Clever? The Return of ‘Dumbphones’ – BBC
The Vagus Nerve’s Crucial Role in Creating the Human Sense of Mind – Wired
The Benefits of Playing Music Help Your Brain More Than Any Other Activity – INC
Apple’s iPhone satellite messaging is ‘literally saving lives’ amid North Carolina flooding – BGR
Trivia Question of the Day – Ned Hardy
New California Law Protects Kids From AI Deepfake Nudes – VICE
9 Money Scripts Examples: Quickly Identify & Fix Your Beliefs – Ramit Sethi
If You Hate Running, Try ‘Rucking’ – Life Hacker
Distracted Driver Obliterates 1948 Jaguar XK120 During Mille Miglia Warm-Up – The Drive
Why Every Remaining MLB Team Will Win the 2024 World Series—and Why They Won’t – The Ringer
Friend Sets Inescapable Social Trap With 3 Possible Dates To Hang Out – The Onion
81-year-old South Korean falls short in a bid to become oldest Miss Universe contestant – AP News
The Dumping Grounds
What Ultra-Processed Foods Are Doing to You
There’s a good chance that right now, as you sit reading this, your body is digesting something that doesn’t resemble food as much as it does an industrial product. It’s neatly packaged, convenient, and delicious—perhaps overwhelmingly so. Ultra-processed foods have crept into nearly every corner of our diets. And while they might make life easier, their effects on our health are far more complex and concerning.
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How Avoiding Conflict Is Quietly Destroying Your Relationships
Let’s cut to the chase: conflict avoidance is killing your relationships. You might not even realize it’s happening, but trust me, avoiding tough conversations is like a slow, quiet poison. It seeps into your marriage, your friendships, your work life—everywhere. It doesn’t cause immediate chaos, but over time, it will rot the foundation of your relationships from the inside out.
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Poll of the Day
Does your partner/spouse contribute to making your life feel smoother and more supported, or do they add stress and challenges to your daily life?
Linkage
Parents, You Need to Talk to Your Teen About Sextortion Scams Before It’s Too Late – Shield and Fortify
Pictures and Videos of the Day – Ned Hardy
Just bought this shoulder pack for traveling. No pick pocket is going to get into this thing! – Amazon
As Hezbollah Pursued a Limited War, Israel Went for a Knockout – DNYUZ
The Pig Butchering Invasion Has Begun – Wired
Hezbollah Misjudged Israel’s Weakness and Iran’s Might – WSJ
10 Common Travel Scams — and How to Avoid Them – Washington Post
The Life and Death of Hollywood: Film and television writers face an existential threat – Harpers
22 of the Best Pizza Places in the United States – NY Times
Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo dies of brain cancer at age 58 – ESPN
40 Moments of Parental Love People Will Never Forget – Ned Hardy
Wynton Marsalis on 12 Essential Jazz Recordings – Rolling Stone
China’s ambitions for semiconductor self-sufficiency thwarted by lack of chipmaking tools – CNBC
How bad is inflammation really? – VOX
7 Healthy Foods That Are Actually Bad for You – Linkiest
Americans In These States Have The Highest Average IQs – Visual Capitalist
This city in Myanmar is built on investments from pig butchering scams – 101 East
Musk’s X Falls Below $10 Billion as Value Continues to Plummet – Gizmodo
