Some people just glide through social situations like a hot knife through butter, while others seem like a stick in the mud. Thankfully, there are ways to fake it ‘til you make it, and many charmers are more than happy to share their tips and tricks when it comes to winning friends and influencing people. … Read more
We know that doing somebody a favor won’t always result in you being thanked. If the internet’s taught us one thing, it’s that your good deeds might not be enough and some people will always, always, alwaysfind something to criticize you for. No matter how much you sacrifice for them, it’s never enough. Case in … Read more
We all have a strong survival instinct, one that kicks in the moment that we sense danger. For some of us, our ‘fight or flight’ mode can be a little too sensitive to perceived threats, and we end up scaring the hell out of ourselves for no particular reason. But hey, better safe than sorry, … Read more
Many would agree that losing a pet carries the same pain and grief as losing a loved one. It’s why some people hold onto the remains of their late pets, whether ashes in an urn or smaller keepsakes like jewelry. However, this man failed to understand the importance of keeping these tangible memories when he … Read more
You’ve probably heard of the ‘butterfly effect’ from the 2004 American sci-fi movie featuring young Ashton Kutcher. But the term stems from the branch of math called chaos theory and is actually associated with mathematician and meteorologist Edward Lorenz. According to Lorenz, a tornado could be influenced by minor perturbations and a tiny change in … Read more
“Hey, man! How’s it going? I miss you! Just wanted to let you in on a new investment opportunity that you’re gonna love. All you have to do is wire me $5,000, and you’ll be a millionaire by the end of the year!” We’re all familiar with those incessant spam calls and text messages. No … Read more
Forgot to pick up your dog from doggy daycare? Feeding mittens slipped your mind again? Drew a blank on cooking something? There’s no need to worry about premature memory loss just yet as it turns out it’s just how our brain works. Although the human grey matter is capable of storing around 2.5 million gigabytes … Read more
Despite the fact that the majority of the world’s population lives in urban areas, many city folks can’t help but yearn for something simpler. Imagine having your own garden with juicy tomatoes, fresh herbs and sweet strawberries growing outside your kitchen window. In the countryside, you can enjoy your morning coffee alongside the sounds of … Read more
Having a healthy work-life balance is important for everyone. It can be hard to resist the urge to send just one more email or make one more phone call, but when the clock strikes 5 on a Friday afternoon, it’s time to pack up your laptop and say goodbye to the office. Our jobs should … Read more
People who rely on service dogs are likely dealing with a disability, whether physical or mental. Their condition could range from allergies and PTSD to debilitating illnesses, like multiple sclerosis. The last thing they would want is for someone to shame them for having an animal guide them. Unfortunately, this is what a wheelchair-bound woman … Read more