I no longer sit at tables where I might be the topic when I get up

Pierre Van ZylPersonal Growth + Development

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Have you ever been sitting at a table of women chatting when you realized that the entire conversation centered around gossiping about and putting down others? If you sat there thinking “well at least they’re not talking about me!” then you clearly haven’t thought about who they’re talking about when you’re not there. Here’s the…

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Bride Visits Grandmother in Isolation on her Wedding Day

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The elderly experience isolation prior to the coronavirus, as they are stuck in nursing homes or hospitals, hoping for a visit from a loved one. One couple from Minnesota wouldn’t allow this to happen to their isolated grandma. Despite everything going on in the world, they wanted to ensure she was included in their wedding…

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Teenagers Gain Confidence Raising Bees and Growing Crops at North Carolina Farm

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In 2016, when science teacher Kamal Bell realized his African-American students were unable to connect fully with the learning environment, he came up with a way to boost their confidence while also providing some of their basic needs at home. Bell invented the term “at-possibility” to describe his students who would have been otherwise referred…

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Johnny Cash Would Wheel To Sing To Wife Every Half Hour When She Was In A Coma

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Many of us dream of having that magical romance, that long-lasting steadfast love to have with us for the rest of our lives. A relationship like that, however, can be extraordinarily difficult to find, and most of us have to go through a series of heartbreaks and mistakes before we find it- if we ever…

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21 Day Anti Anxiety Challenge

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Anxiety is an expected and normal part of life and could be triggered by a number of things including an upcoming deadline or presentation, taking a test, an important decision, or a disagreement with a loved one. We deal with anxiety in different ways…

This Woman Became a Dishwasher to See Her Husband in an Assisted-Living Facility

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A woman in Florida was separated from her husband due to the coronavirus pandemic. He was placed in a facility seven years ago after being diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s. After social distancing regulations kept them apart for 114 days, Mary Daniel found a way to see her husband Steve again. She became the official dishwasher at the…

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De-Stress by Screaming into the Icelandic Wilderness — Through Your Phone

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This year has been a lot… and its only July. Between the pandemic, racial injustice, protests, riots, Australia forest fires (did you even remember that that happened?) and many personal issues that arose as a result, it’s enough to make anyone want to scream into the void. Or at least scream into the wide-open, mountainous…

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In Honor of Morgan Freeman 83rd Birthday, Here are 22 Inspirational Quotes

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Morgan Freeman turned 83 this past June and he has been inspiring people throughout his career as an American actor. With his versatility, humor, emotional depth, and soothing voice, he has become one of the most respected performers in the industry. Back in the day, he broke the stereotype placed on black people for consistently…

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Longest-married presidential couple Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter celebrate historic 74th anniversary

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With a love story beautiful enough to make a movie out of, former U.S. president Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter recently celebrated their 74th wedding anniversary, making them the longest-married presidential couple in history. This is their story of how they met, and most importantly, how they have kept the romance alive for…

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To The Girl Who Hasn’t Been Herself Lately

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Life is hard, trust us, we know. It has a way of sneaking up on you when you are least expecting it and taking you out at the knees. What’s worse, is that it doesn’t seem to care that you’ve already been knocked to the ground, it will rub dirt in your …

Getting Stoned With Your Spouse Could Reduce Conflict in Your Marriage

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When it comes to fostering healthy relationships, drugs and alcohol are typically viewed very negatively- and rightly so. Addictions and substance abuse can destroy the bonds you have with friends, families, and spouses, and tear relationships apart. A more recent study, however, has been published that suggests that marijuana use may not deserve the bad…

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Only 5% of People Will Graduate from This Odd One Out 8-part Quiz! How Many Can You Solve In 30 Seconds?

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I know what you’re thinking. This is too easy. Well, at first, it looks that way, but trust me, you’re about to seriously challenge yourself. There are 8 tests with an odd shape embedded somewhere. Can you spot all the odds in 30 seconds in this hard quiz? Get your strop watch ready! This awesome…

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A scientific study claims that your age affects how you see this famous optical illusion

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There are many different optical illusions that have stumped people for decades- the Impossible Trident, the Cafe Wall Illusion, and the Impossible Elephant are just a few examples of how easily your eyes can be tricked. One of the most famous of these illusions is “My Wife and Mother-in-Law”, also known as the Boring Figure,…

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Science Say People Who Swear A Lot Actually Make Better Friends

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Finding the right world to accurately express our emotions, particularly when we’re angry, frustrated, or stressed, can be difficult. In these instances, swearing can be very helpful with effectively getting our point across, or releasing some pent-up emotion. Most of us are taught from a young age that we should not swear, as many curse…

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The First Animal You See Reveals A Lot About Your Hidden Personality

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If there’s one person in our lives that is the most important for us to discover and get to know on a deeper level, it’s ourselves. The more we understand ourselves – what we like, dislike, what motivates us and what holds us back – the more we will thrive in all aspects of our…

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Grandfather bravely comes out as gay at 90 years old, proving it’s never too late to embrace your true self

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It’s never too late to embrace your true self. No one embodies that more than when this grandfather comes out as gay. After living in secrecy 90 years, Kenneth Felts was ready to be his authentic self. Grandfather Comes Out as Gay At 90 Years Old At the age of 90, Kenneth, who lives in…

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Married Couple Discovers They Were Childhood Sweethearts Two Decades Later

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Destiny, anyone? Who would have thought those adorable 6-year-olds playing in the sand would be married one day? It’s amazing what love, friendship, and a dash of fate can do. When Heidi Parker was six years old, she went with her family from Sheffield, South Yorkshire to Bodrum, Turkey, for a summer holiday [1]. Her…

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Not Everyone Can Solve This ‘Simple’ Math Problem from the 1950s without A Calculator

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A math question from the ‘50s is causing a major stir online, and most people aren’t actually able to solve it correctly without using our saving grace – the calculator [1]. I know you’re thinking this is another one of those annoyingly difficult questions that pop up occasionally and everyone always seems to have a…

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People Who Struggle to Get Out of Bed May Be More Intelligent, Evidence Suggests.

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Do you often find yourself staying up into the wee hours of the morning, working on a project or engaging in a hobby? Do you find that you don’t want to get out of bed when your alarm goes off? People who tend to sleep in late are often considered lazy and are associated with…

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With only months to live, Indiana high school senior gets married in touching ceremony

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After a six-year battle with cancer, 18-year-old Chase Smith has received a terminal cancer diagnosis. Given only three to five months to live, he decided the most important thing in his life is the incredible love he has for his girlfriend Sadie Mills.  The pair got married in their driveway in April surrounded by friends…

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Why People Who Marry Teachers End Up The Happiest

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People can tell a lot about each other based on their career paths. That’s not to say the stereotypes of different jobs are always accurate. Lawyers aren’t necessarily smooth-talkers, accountants aren’t necessarily nerdy, and artists aren’t necessarily soulful. However, there are certain traits that are vital for people to succeed in their chosen professions.  For example, veterinarians need to care about animals, managers need to have…

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Most people fail – but can you find the dog in this picture?

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Humans love solving puzzles. When we’re kids, it starts with word searches, find the difference photos, and the ever-popular Where’s Waldo? book series. From puzzles to crosswords and sudoku, we’re always looking for ways to challenge our brains. One of the most fascinating of these is optical illusions. From the 12 dots illusion in 2016…

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Teenage ‘Angel’ Cashier Picks Up $173 Grocery Bill for Senior Shopper Who Found Himself Short on Cash

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Teenagers often get a bad rap. They’re told they’re lazy, untrustworthy, disruptive, and rude. While there certainly are many teenagers out there (and adults, too) who fit that description, there are just as many out there who are hardworking, kind, and considerate members of society.  One teenaged girl from Georgetown, Tennessee, has proved just that….

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