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Why Choosing $4,000/month Was The Wrong Choice

I recently took a poll asking people whether they’d rather have $1,000,000 today or $4,000 per month, adjusted for inflation, for the rest of their lives. Out of 893 votes, a surprising 523 chose the $4,000 per month option, while only 370 went for the $1,000,000 upfront. It’s clear that the steady, predictable income sounds appealing to most. But here’s the thing: the math shows that this choice actually leaves money on the table. Let’s break down why the $1,000,000 today is the smarter move.

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In History, What Is The ‘Dark Ages’?

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The term “Dark Ages” conjures images of a time when civilization took a nosedive into chaos and ignorance, a period marked by the collapse of Roman authority in the West and the subsequent fragmentation of its vast empire. But let’s set the record straight: the “Dark Ages” is less about darkness and more about what we don’t know. It’s a term that, over the centuries, has become a loaded, almost mythological shorthand for a complex period that was anything but uniform or universally “dark.”

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The Fundamentals Of Gun Safety

1. Always Keep The Muzzle In A Safe Direction

This rule is the primary rule of gun safety; if it is never pointed at anyone, it can’t hit them, no matter if all other rules are broken. If you’re on a gun range, a safe direction is downrange, and either up, or down, or both, depending on the range’s rules. If you’re carrying a rifle or a pistol around, it’s the same; down or up.

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The Dangers of “Should” and Why You Need to Stop Using It

We all have an idealized vision of how our lives “should” be – the perfect job, relationship, body, house, etc. But constantly comparing reality to this fictional ideal is an express train to unhappiness. As writer Elle Luna said, “We unconsciously imprison ourselves to avoid our most primal fears. We choose Should because choosing Must is terrifying, incomprehensible.”

Using “should” gives us an excuse to avoid taking action or making changes. After all, if things “should” be a certain way, then it’s not our fault they aren’t, right? Wrong. Saying “I should start working out” or “I should be making more money” puts the responsibility on some nameless force instead of yourself.

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How to Recognize a Ponzi Scheme – Shield and Fortify

Whatever Happened to Susan Dey from ‘The Partridge Family’ – Ned Hardy

Ever cat owner needs this. It holds up to two weeks’ worth of litter. Simply scoop the dirty litter into the Genie’s bag-lined bin, pull a handle to drop the mess into a smell-proof section, and walk away – Amazon

What if You Only Invested at Market Peaks? – A Wealth Of Common Sense

Fed Chair Powell Declares ‘Time Has Come’ for Rate Cuts – The Guardian

How to protect yourself against solar scams – Canary Media

How résumés have shifted over the past 5 years – Fast Co

Confessions of a Theoretical Physicist – Nautilus

The Two Best Times of Year to Look for a New Job – Life Hacker

Here’s How Much Money Americans Think They Need To Be ‘Wealthy’ Today – Money

Gas prices are down. We could be headed for lows not seen since 2021 – NPR

Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez’s 24-Bathroom Beverly Hills Mansion For Sale at $68M – Hollywood Reporter

To Be A Great Athlete Is Prohibitively Expensive For Most – Financial Samurai

Plus-Sized Influencer Reveals The Nasty Comments She Received After Posting Pictures of Her Muscular Husband – Ned Hardy

The 11 Most Important Questions to Ask Your Partner In a New Relationship – Knowledge For Men

It Sank in 15 Minutes. How Tragedy Struck Mike Lynch’s Yacht – WSJ

Five Ways Parents Can Help Kids Navigate Social Media – Greater Good

Porn-Inspired ‘Casting Couch’ Miniature Removed from Kentucky State Fair – VICE

10 Animals with Dominant Females – Listverse

12 Most Unbelievable True Stories in History We Couldn’t Make Up If We Tried – Weird History

How to Fall in Love With Boredom and Unlock Your Mental Toughness – James Clear

Poll of the Day

Would you rather have $1,000,000 dollars today, or $4000/month (adjusted for inflation), for the rest of your life?
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How to Boost Your Child’s Self-Esteem Without Creating Pressure

As parents, we all want the best for our kids. We want them to grow up feeling confident, capable, and ready to take on the world. And let’s be honest, when our kids do something awesome, we’re bursting with pride and can’t wait to tell them how great they are. But here’s the thing—praise can be tricky. It’s not just about what you say, but how you say it and what your words actually do for your child in the long run.

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How Abuse Can Creep Into a Relationship

Abuse in a relationship often doesn’t begin with a dramatic, visible event. Instead, it can creep in quietly, almost unnoticed, until it becomes a part of daily life. It’s easy to overlook, especially when the person you care about is the one causing the pain. But just because it’s subtle doesn’t mean it’s not real—or that it won’t grow into something much more damaging over time.

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21 Photos That Will Remind You That Life Is Beautiful – Ned Hardy

If you cook with Tofu, this is an invaluable tool to effortlessly suck out all the moisture – Amazon

The Importance of Developing and Maintaining Your Social Fitness – The Art of Manliness

40 Life Lessons I Know at 40 (That I Wish I Knew at 20) – Mark Manson

The decline of McDonald’s: How the golden arches lost their shine – The Independent

Ex-bank CEO gets 24 years after falling for crypto scam, causing bank collapse – ARS Technica

How much money you take home from a $100,000 salary after taxes, depending on where you live – Ladders

The Rise And Fall Of Pioneer Chicken –

15 lessons on money and marriage from couples who have been married 10+ years – IWTYTBR

4 Lessons After 11 Years in Silicon Valley – Medium

Pictures and Videos of the Day – Ned Hardy

Beloved by architects, designers, draftspeople, the German-engineered Rotring 600 may be the perfect writing instrument – Amazon

Seven Great Movies You Did Not Know Were Remakes – Linkiest

What makes an album the greatest of all time? – The Pudding

3 re flags that you and your friend should not go on vacation together – CNBC

Mike Lynch’s yacht was state-of-the-art and shouldn’t have sunk so easily, search-and-rescue expert says – Insider

The Movies That Defined Generation X – Den of Geek

Life is Not a Spectator Sport – Becoming Minimalist

10 Signs Your Neighborhood Is Going Downhill – Life Hacker

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