Have you gotten your flu shot yet? If you haven't been planning on it, let this article take a shot at changing your mind.
In today’s nugget, published by TED Mary Halton goes over why getting a flu shot is not only in your best interest, but in the best interest to those around you as well. (And yes, I've gotten mine. 🙂)
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Here’s why you need to get a flu shot, even if you don’t want one

This Is Your Sign To Get A Flu Shot

Issue 1607

Let's take a look at some life hacks to ease the mundane frustrations of the day-by-day; I think it's fair to say we could all use a little relief.
In today’s nugget, published by The Guardian Sarah Phillips compiles a substantial list of solutions to a variety of little problems, consulting all kinds of people for advice. Hopefully, something will help you out!
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52 tiny annoying problems, solved! (Because when you can’t control the big stuff, start small)

52 Little Life Hacks

Issue 1606

If you've studied statistics, you'll be familiar with the good old p-value; if you haven't, this article will introduce you. Either way, today, let's take a moment to look at this metric from a more critical lens.
In today’s nugget, published by Aeon David Colquhoun carefully explains the method by which certain types of scientific findings are deemed genuine discoveries, and identifies the flaws in this method that so often go overlooked.
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It’s time for science to abandon the term ‘statistically significant’

What Statisticians Have Been Getting Wrong

Issue 1605

When was the last time you got to see somebody be "unapologetically themself"? Most of the time, this phrase is used to describe an admirable moment in someone's life; however, a society where everyone is unapologetic all the time might not be an easy one to live in.
In today’s nugget, published by Psychology Today Timothy A Carey invites us to ponder along with him on the idea of an "unapologetic self" as opposed to an "apologetic self". He encourages us to reflect on how we present ourselves in various situations, and who we would want to be if nothing was stopping us.
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Should You Really  Be "Unapologetically Yourself"?

Issue 1604

There are things in life that are totally okay to not give a fuck about. When you start applying that philosophy as an excuse to be inconsiderate, though, we begin to have a problem.
In today’s nugget, published on her Life Branches blog, Ellen Scherr suggests a delightfully blunt guide to understanding when it's appropriate to apply an "IDGAF" mindset versus when you should, in fact, choose to care.
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Not Giving a Fuck Is Not the Same as Being Real

Be Authentic, but Not Cruel

Issue 1603

If you want people to feel like you're worth their time, you had better make sure you make them feel like they're worth your time, too.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, Derek Sivers shares a piece of wisdom which, while presented in the context of musical entrepreneurship, can be applied far and wide.
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Every interaction is your moment to shine

Treat Everyone Like They're Your Favorite

Issue 1602

Just as we may experience burnout when our work life or creative endeavours are draining more energy than we have to spare, stress in a romantic relationships can cause similar feelings. That doesn't mean it's time to break up right away: with the right approach, you and your partner can work through a relationship burnout.
In today’s nugget, published by The Gottman Institute, Kendra Han discusses some factors that may lead to relationship burnout, and offers advice to help struggling couples move past this and reconnect.
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When Your Relationship Starts Feeling Like A Chore

Issue 1601

Unwanted criticism is, unfortunately, a fact of life. While you shouldn't let it get to you too much, it can be worth learning how to deal with it.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, James Clear offers advice on how to keep your head high and remain graceful when on the receiving end of negativity.
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Haters and Critics: How to Deal with People Judging You and Your Work

Criticism Survival 101

Issue 1600

Empirical health measurements help doctors understand how to help us. However, in focusing solely on them and distancing the symptoms from the patient behind them, some important things are lost as well.
In today’s nugget, published by Psyche, Ana Todorović addresses the ways in which our different cultures shape our ideas about wellness and healthcare, and talks about why this is something we ought to be aware of.
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What we lose by being overly scientific about healthcare

Accurate Health Data Matters — So Does Community

Issue 1599

The idea of "romanticizing your life" may call to mind frivolous posts on TikTok. However, maybe there is in fact some wisdom to the trend.
In today’s nugget, published by SELF, Samantha Vincenty encourages us to pay attention to and embrace the small pleasures of life. This, too, is a mindfulness practice that can improve your wellbeing in the long run.
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‘Romanticizing Your Life’ Can Be a Legit Form of Mindfulness

Letting the Little Things Matter

Issue 1598

Your life is likely very busy and your head full of all kinds of things... but how many of them are things that really, truly matter?
In today’s nugget, published by Everyday Health, Thomas Blake speaks with an end-of-life nurse about the types of things people say on their deathbed, and urges us to take their advice while it isn't too late.
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A Nurse Recorded 300 Final Breaths—And Found Only 7 Things That Truly Matter in Life

Things People Tend To Discover Too Late

Issue 1597

November is men's mental health awareness month. Therefore, today we included an article on a little-discussed but very important issue that can heavily impact men.
In today’s nugget, published by the Guardian, Celina Ribeiro talks about the general lack of support available to new fathers struggling to stay afloat, and serves as a reminder to check in on the new dads you may have in your life, as well as anyone you know is having a difficult time.
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‘Men are not expected to be interested in babies’: how society lets new fathers – and their families – down

New Fathers' Overlooked Battles

Issue 1596

Do you know what distinguishes great stories from forgettable ones? This article should help you find out.
In today’s nugget, published on his Barking Up The Wrong Tree blog, Eric Barker gives us a glimpse at his interview with Howard Suber, offering us some gems of storytelling insight.
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Howard Suber Of UCLA Film School Explains How To Tell A Story

How To Tell a Story & How Your Life is a Story

Issue 1595

These days, we have powerful AI technology that can grant us abilities we didn't have before. What's important, however, is that we do not allow it to steal from us the great abilities we already have.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, Cal Newport shares an anecdote that celebrates a very human skill: achieving excellent solutions through persistent attention and critical thinking.
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Why You Should Sit Down With a Notebook and Think

Issue 1594

If you can’t stop feeling down about not achieving as much as you’d like to, or as much as some of your peers do, it can be worth taking a pause and reminding yourself that, on a grand scale, the universe really doesn’t mind.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, Tim Ferriss shares an excerpt of Oliver Burkeman’s writing about cosmic insignificance. You might just find it oddly freeing.
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The Liberation of Cosmic Insignificance Therapy

Oliver Burkeman on Cosmic Insignificance

Issue 1593

As a parent, it is incredibly important to avoid letting your emotions get the better of you. At the same time, this can be just as incredibly difficult.
In today’s nugget, published on her Now What newsletter, Melinda Wenner Moyer interviews experts Juli Fraga and Hilary Jacobs Hendel on staying in tune with and managing your emotions as a parent.
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How to Handle Emotions While Parenting

Issue 1592

Naps sound great in theory, but can be less than ideal in progress. You might end up sleeping far longer than you expected, or wake up feeling somehow more tired than you were before the nap.
In today’s nugget, published by NPR, Andee Tagle gives us the rundown of how to work with your biological clock and have the restful naps you’ve always wanted to have.
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The secret to waking up from a nap feeling refreshed (and not groggy)

How to Have A Perfect Nap

Issue 1591

We’ve all got a guilty pleasure or two, but most of us don’t stop to contemplate why we simultaneously like these things and feel shame about them. Let’s take a moment to explore that!
In today’s nugget, published by Psyche, LaCount ‘JJ’ Togans marvels at the complex psychological mechanisms behind our guilty pleasures, and invites us to think more about them, too.
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Guilty pleasures are more than just giving in to temptation

Your Brain on Guilty Pleasures

Issue 1590

When you empower the people you’re in charge of rather than just telling them what to do, you may end up with surprisingly impressive results.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog The Workaround, Bob Gilbreath shares the story of how he learned about putting servant leadership into practice, and talks about how it has impacted his long term success.
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To Be a Better Manager, Help People Help You

Issue 1589

When things get hard, it can be tempting to wallow in the negative feelings that come up. Learning how to resist this instinct and be resilient, even in small ways, can be a big help in the long run.
In today’s nugget, published by SELF, Korin Miller suggests ways to stay playful and solution oriented when it’s especially tough to do so; after all, those are the times when a good attitude will make the biggest difference.
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Life Got You Down? Experts Suggest ‘Lemonading’

Turning Your “Lemons” Into “Lemonade”

Issue 1588

Does having a lot of money really make people cold-hearted and disconnected? While that’s a gross oversimplification, of course, this idea does have some roots in proven science.
In today’s nugget, published by Greater Good, Carolyn Gregoire talks about the relationships between affluence and things like emotional intelligence, risk of addiction, and happiness.
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How Money Changes the Way You Think and Feel

The Insidious Impact of Wealth

Issue 1586

The emergence and clarification of misunderstandings is key to the birth of new ideas. But there comes a time when a misunderstanding “overstays its welcome”.
In today’s nugget, published by Aeon, Collin Rice discusses the nature of scientific innovation, and what makes a misunderstanding valuable or not.
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When Misunderstanding Leads to Understanding

Issue 1585

Have the world's people been “falling into line” lately? And is that a good or a bad thing?
In today’s nugget, published on his Experimental History blog, Adam Mastroianni takes us through many graphs showcasing trends throughout recent history, with the goal of figuring out whether we are, as a society, becoming less “weird”. This endeavor inspires us to ask how come things have transpired like this, and what it means for our future.
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The Least Pioneering Era

Issue 1583

Nobody knows how many ways to absorb information there will be in the future, but one thing seems true: reading will remain indispensable.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, Paul Graham discusses the benefits of reading, and why nothing can quite replace it.
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Never Stop Reading

Issue 1582

Good communication is about more than just saying the right things. Listening and trying to understand the other person is the key.
In today’s nugget, published on her Relational Riffs blog, Yael Schonbrun talks about what happened when a celebrity had a change of heart after he experienced genuine understanding. There's a lot to learn from this story.
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The Power of Being Understood

Issue 1581

Negativity bias is a disproportionately powerful beast. However, if you're intentional about it, you can learn to quiet its voice and embrace the positives in your life instead.
In today’s nugget, published by Art of Manliness, Brett McKay goes over Dr. Rick Hanson's four-step process towards intentional happiness, and explains why it makes such a difference.
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A Trick to Fight Negativity

Issue 1580

Our cultures shape us more than we realise.
In today’s nugget, published on his blog, Derek Sivers uses a fun analogy to illustrate a bias we all hold in some way.
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In A Way, We're All Fish

Issue 1579

With AI technology transforming many areas of society, a debate is rising about its possible role in psychotherapy. While it can help educate individuals on things like basic coping strategies, it comes with notable risks.
In today’s nugget, published by NPR, Windsor Johnston discusses the things AI chatbots can and cannot do in terms of mental health assistance.
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With therapy hard to get, people lean on AI for mental health. What are the risks?

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