What Value Do You Most Live By?
What Happens to Old People in Poverty?
If you have no family members to support you, you will have spent most of your life as an addict gaming the social welfare system, so you have barely worked, which means when you “retire” your Social Security is about $700/month, and that’s it for your income.
You have no pension, no 401(k), nothing else. This means you also qualify for food stamps, and Medicare, so your food and medical are somewhat covered.
Your income will be “too low” to qualify for a lot of senior housing, so you will wait on the waitlist for a while for the place you do qualify for, where your rent will be about $200/month.
How Confederate Refugees Redefined Their Lives Post-Civil War in Brazil
In the aftermath of the American Civil War, a unique migration took place that intertwined the histories of Brazil and the United States. Southerners, disenchanted with the defeat of the Confederacy and the social changes during Reconstruction, sought a new beginning. Their destination was Brazil, a nation that, at the time, still practiced slavery and seemed to align with their pre-war way of life.
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The Healing Power of Exercise
In an era where mental health issues like depression and anxiety are increasingly prevalent, finding effective, accessible, and non-pharmacological treatments is more important than ever. Regular exercise emerges as a compelling, holistic approach, offering a beacon of hope for those battling these conditions. This article delves into how physical activity can be a potent tool in managing and mitigating the symptoms of depression and anxiety.
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How to add new life to your relationships (even your best ones!) – Ideas
9 Horror Movie Cliches That Need To Die Already – Wanderer
If you want to live a long and healthy life, you should absolutely read this – Amazon
Why Is Stanley Kubrick Considered a Genius? – Ned Hardy
The Cost of Doing Business With China? A $40,000 Dinner With Xi Jinping Might Be Just the Start – WSJ
Unpacking the hype around OpenAI’s rumored new Q* model – Technology Review
A Life-Extension Drug for Big Dogs Is Getting Closer to Reality – Wired
Jacques Pépin’s 12 Best Tips For Budding Home Chefs – The Daily Meal
Drunk Man Smacked by Fiancé after Flirting with Another Woman – Reddit
Even if you’re not a secret agent and don’t think you have anything to hide, you need a paper shredder. Garbage and recycling bins full of bank statements and credit card offers are treasure troves for identity thieves – Amazon
The Fascinating Anatomy of the Presidential Motorcade – The Drive
Whatever Happened to Susan Dey from ‘The Partridge Family’ – Ned Hardy
‘Anti-dopamine parenting’ can curb a kid’s craving for screens or sweets – NPR
10 Unique Lessons from Across the Globe for a Meaningful Life – Tiny Buddha
This Is The Emotionally Intelligent Way To Communicate With Kids – Barking Up
Non-Americans are sharing the ‘dead giveaway’ someone is American and they are pretty right – Upworthy
The Top 7 Lessons That All Men Can Learn From the Military – Linkiest
A Gentleman’s Guide to Telling Your Friend He’s Dating the Wrong Person – Mel Magazine
The Ultimate Guide to Practicing Self-Love for Men – Knowledge For Men
The Dumping Grounds
Something to Consider…
“Settling” isn’t what we’ve made it out to be.
True settling is pretending that you’re ok with something that is completely wrong for you and you’ve always known is wrong for you.
Anything beyond that isn’t settling, it is simply becoming realistic.
Think about your life currently, did it go exactly as you planned and you reached every dream and marked off everything on your bucket list?
Did you grow up in the ideal family?
If you had kids, could you guarantee that they turned out exactly as you hoped they would?
So why do we place this type of standard on significant others?
A million different factors go into one single individual. It is IMPOSSIBLE for a person to have 80-90% of your list checked off. You cant formulate a human being.
So when you end up in a relationship with someone who you are intrinsically compatible with who is at least moderately attractive and committed to your relationship, it is a win so please recognize it as such. you dont have to be with that person, but considering it “settling” because there might be better out there is the epitome of fool’s gold. Don’t fall for that trap.
– kellydayscruff
Picture of the Day
Hans-Georg Henke – 16 year old German soldier crying after being captured by the Allies, 1945
Hans Georg Henke’s story is a poignant illustration of the impact of World War II on the lives of young Germans. At just sixteen years old, Henke, a member of the Hitler Youth, became a symbol of the devastation wrought by the war.
Born into a family soon to be struck by tragedy, Henke’s life took a dramatic turn after the death of his father in 1938 and his mother in 1944. The loss left the family destitute, forcing a young Hans Georg, at just 15, to join the Luftwaffe anti-air squad to support his siblings. His role involved manning a battery of 88mm guns, a significant responsibility for someone so young.
Henke’s life during the war is marked by two contrasting narratives. According to his own account, he was stationed in Stettin and was eventually pushed back towards Rostock as the Soviets advanced. However, American photojournalist John Florea presents a different story. Florea claims to have captured the iconic photographs of a tearful Henke in Hessen, in the village of Hüttenberg-Rechtenbach, north of Frankfurt am Main. These images show a young soldier in despair, overwhelmed by the horrors of war.
The photographs depict Henke crying from combat shock. Florea asserts that Henke’s tears were not due to his world crumbling but rather the immediate shock of combat.
He lived until October 9, 1997, passing away at the age of 69 in Brandenburg, Germany. His story, particularly the powerful images of his capture, has been widely used to
“Wealth is What You Don’t See”
In the world of finance and wealth, there’s a profound truth often overlooked: real wealth is not always visible. It’s easy to equate wealth with the lavish display of material possessions – the latest luxury cars, sparkling diamonds, extravagant homes, and designer wardrobes. However, this surface-level view misses the essence of what true wealth represents. Wealth, in its most genuine form, is what you don’t see.
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Everything You Need To Know Before Watching Your First David Lynch Film – Ned Hardy
The Secret To Being A Happier Person Is Laid Out In A New Study – Fatherly
This drip coffee maker makes the best damn cup of coffee and is built like a tank with copper plumbing and super beefy electrical parts, and it gets the water hot enough and brews fast enough – Amazon
What is the Sith’s ‘Rule of Two’ in Star Wars? – Wanderer
OpenAI researchers warned board of AI breakthrough ahead of CEO ouster, sources say – Reuters
Is OpenAI Melting Down Because It Secretly Created Something Really Scary? – Futurism
UnitedHealth uses AI model with 90% error rate to deny care, lawsuit alleges – ARS Technica
Director reportedly used $11 million of Netflix’s money on stocks and crypto – Dexerto
A former FIRE fanatic who planned to retire at 35 ditched the movement after watching her youth slip away – Fortune
NBA investigating accusation that Thunder’s Josh Giddey had relationship with underage girl – AP News
How One Man Lost $1 Million To A Crypto ‘Super Scam’ Called Pig Butchering – Forbes
Athletes Hire Him When They Think They’ve Been Swindled – Washington Post
The Story Of Mary Kay Letourneau, The Teacher Who Raped Her 12-Year-Old Student And Later Married Him – Interesting
I can’t count how many times this has helped me move heavy items in and out of apartments and homes. It is collapsible to easy fit in the car or in the closet of the house– Amazon
Owners Keep Zombie Malls Alive Even When Towns Want to Pull the Plug – WSJ
2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Preview: Retro looks, mid-$50,000 price – Autoblog
Here’s One Simple Tip for Faster, Safer Winter Driving – Popular Mechanics
Crypto scam: Inside the billion-dollar ‘pig-butchering’ industry – Reuters
The Key to Better Studying Is Self-Explanation – Life Hacker
Ten Little-Known Facts about the Dust Bowl – Listverse