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  • It Turns Out, Cleaning Is A Love Language

    It Turns Out, Cleaning Is A Love Language
    2025/08/15
    Ridiculous Excuses For Missing Work
    A new Reddit thread is reminding us that people will say just about anything to get out of work. What is your story?
    • "I was once late to work because I was glued in my apartment. They replaced the carpet in the common hallway overnight, and were too enthusiastic with the glue by my door. I had to wait until maintenance arrived at 8 a.m., so they could body slam the door from the outside."
    • "My grandparents had a medical emergency years ago where one got stuck on the toilet, and when the other tried to help, they fell and knocked themselves unconscious. "
    • "Flushed my car key down the toilet. It was me, and I certainly did."
    • "Got bit on the finger by a squirrel while tossing a coffee cup into a parking garage trashcan."
    • "A guy I worked with in retail 15 years ago called in to say he had a nightmare and didn't think he'd be able to get back to sleep and come in to work five hours later."
    • "I was running a shift and had a girl call in sick, saying she was too distraught to work because Zayn had left One Direction."
    • "I had to call in late once because my stairs were gone. Of course, it was a huge violation by the condo, and we had no way out of our second-story walk-up. Absolutely ridiculous, and fortunately, the photos I sent my boss were enough to excuse my tardiness."

    Coupes Who Gossip Together Are Closer
    • Most couples gossip, and it turns out, that can be good for their relationship.
    • According to a new study from University of California, Riverside, couples who gossip together are happier and more satisfied in their romance and share a deeper bond.
    • Researchers tracked 76 couples using a portable listening device and found they spent an average of 29 minutes a day gossiping with their partner and those who did more frequently reported higher levels of happiness and better relationship quality.

    Cleaning Is My Love Language
    • Forget words of affirmation or physical touch, a new survey finds that 54% of Americans say cleaning is their love language.
    • The research from Seventh Generation also finds that 85% consider cleaning up for someone else an act of love.
    • Nearly two in three respondents admit they’ve been turned off by someone’s messy home and a third have even ended a relationship because of a partner’s lack of cleanliness.⠀

    Second Date Update
    Taylor met Harper met on Tinder. They went to dinner; food was good, the drinks were good. After one follow-up text, she has ghosted.
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  • Are You In Danger Of A "Quiet Firing?"

    Are You In Danger Of A "Quiet Firing?"
    2025/08/14
    Habits People Picked Up After Visiting Other Countries
    • A post in the travel subreddit asks, “What’s something you adopted into your lifestyle after visiting another country?”
    • Nearly a thousand Redditors responded with the habits and products they’ve added to their routine after learning about them while traveling abroad.
    • From a bidet discovered in Japan to individual comforters for each partner after a trip to Denmark, these things are now a part of travelers’ lives.


    Worst Pick-Up Lines For Online Dating
    • “Hey” or “Hi” - Nothing screams generic laziness like typing two or two three letters and nothing else.
    • “You’re hot” - Some people may consider this a compliment, but it’s objectifying and inappropriate for a first message, and it shows no respect.
    • “What are you doing right now?” - You wouldn’t greet a stranger in a bar like this, so don’t do it online either.
    • “Why are you on here?” - there’s no point in asking this, as it sounds kind of judgy and can make someone defensive.

    Quiet Firing
    There are some clear signs of quiet firing and these are the most common, according to HR and career experts.
    • Being excluded from meetings - If you’re suddenly not invited to meetings you were once a key part of, that’s a serious red flag they may be passively letting you go.
    • Shifting responsibilities - Sudden changes in your workload, whether they’re piling it on with unrealistic goals or sticking you with meaningless projects, that could be a bad sign. If you get vague or no answers, that’s a red flag.
    • Support decreases - They may pull back on support, leaving you feeling abandoned or alone, and making it tougher to handle your workload. If you feel like it’s unbearable and you just can’t do it, then you’ll quit and that’s the idea.
    • Development stops - If your future at the company used to be discussed, but now you’re passed over for promotions or raises for no apparent reason, that’s a clear sign of quiet firing. And in some cases, this can drag on for years.
    • Policy-driven quiet firing - Employees being required to return to the office can be a form of quiet firing, as some employers expect some workers to decide to leave the company instead.

    Second Date Update
    Damon met Bridget online. They both games of any kind from cards to cornhole. They picked a board game cafe to have their first date. Now, she has ghosted.
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  • Does Corey Have Psychic Anxiety?

    Does Corey Have Psychic Anxiety?
    2025/08/13
    Corey Has Psychic Anxiety
    At least three times in my life, I have had crazy emotions the day before something bad happens. In high school, after a cross country run I started crying for no reason. The next day, my parents announced they were getting a divorce. The day before the guy I thought was the one dumped me, same thing. I had crazy anxiety Monday...my dad had a bad fall Tuesday morning. (He's okay) How do we cash in on this?

    Sleep Maxing
    More Americans are investing in better rest through products, routines and lifestyle changes, reshaping both bedrooms and behaviors along the way.
    • This includes redesigning bedrooms to tracking sleep with wearable devices .
    • The most popular sleepmaxxing tools Americans are using include white noise machines or soundscapes (38%), blackout curtains (36%), melatonin or sleep gummies (34%), and following a strict sleep/wake schedule (24%).
    • Over 40% say they’ve given up or at least cut back on scrolling, caffeine and late-night drinks.

    Four C's Of A Strong Relationship
    • Communication. Talk things over…even what makes you angry.
    • Cooperation. It extends to everything from chores to the bedroom.
    • Compromise. You don't have to change who you are to compromise on something.
    • Consummation. Intimacy is such a vital part of a happy marriage, but don't ever use intimacy against them.

    Second Date Update
    Damian and Valerie met online and found that they both really enjoy trying new wines. They pick wine-tasting in Petaluma for their first date. What could cause Damian to ghost?
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    32 分
  • Why Is Handwashing More Important In The Summer?

    Why Is Handwashing More Important In The Summer?
    2025/08/12
    Things To Get You Going Besides Coffee
    • Sun exposure - getting sunlight it in the morning is actually energizing on a neurological level.
    • Movement - a quick stretch, some yoga poses, or a brisk walk outside can boost energy by improving circulation, increasing dopamine and helping you feel less groggy.
    • Meditation and breathwork - Even five minutes of meditation can help boost energy, quiet mental noise and help with focus.
    • Vocal vibe shift - the practice of just humming, singing or light vocalizing, which stimulates the vagus nerve and regulates the nervous system.
    • Cold water - Splash a little cold water on your face to boost mood, help with alertness, improve focus, and even boost stress tolerance.

    Hobbies That Make Men More Attractive
    1. Reading
    2. Learning a foreign language
    3. Playing a musical instrument
    4. Cooking
    5. Woodworking
    6. Painting
    7. Writing
    8. Gardening
    9. Swimming
    10. Photography

    Handwashing Is More Important In Summer
    • Using public restrooms and shared toilets - Whether it’s at an outdoor festival, a gas station stop during a road trip, or a beach bathroom, these high-traffic areas can be breeding grounds for bacteria like E. coli, salmonella, coronavirus and more.
    • Cooking and eating outside - Barbecues and picnics are a lot of fun, but if food is left out in the sun or meat isn’t cooked thoroughly, someone could easily end up with food poisoning.
    • Swimming and water play - Lakes, rivers, swimming pools and oceans can all contain harmful germs and parasites, which can be resistant to chlorine. Beach sand and seawater can even carry fecal bacteria.
    • Camps, playgrounds and festivals - Kids are at higher risk of infection during the summer thanks to group settings like summer camps, playgrounds and soft play centers.
    • But doesn’t getting dirty help build kids’ immune systems? - Yes, early exposure to natural microbes in soil, from animals or the environment can help support immune development, but this isn’t the same as skipping handwashing after using the toilet or preparing food.

    Second Date Update
    Armie and Melinda met on Hinge and she felt so comfortable, they had their first date at his place. Now she is being ghosted.
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  • Has Corey Outed Herself As A Terrible Person...Again?

    Has Corey Outed Herself As A Terrible Person...Again?
    2025/08/11
    Corey Is A Terrible Person...Again.
    The previous owner of my home wrote me note asking if she and her brother could come visit the house over the weekend. I never got back to her. I didn't want to give out my number. Am I awful?

    How To Sneak In More Movement
    • Do some squats or wall sits while your food is heating up
    • Bike or walk to errands
    • Take the stairs
    • Walk while you talk on the phone
    • Get active while watching your favorite show
    • Use a desk treadmill or walking pad
    • Do calf raises while brushing your teeth

    Tips For Getting Back On The Fitness Track
    I started exercising again. I tried not to overdo it. Until my knee gave out and I was on the floor. Any tips for getting back into the groove? Any embarrassing workout stories?

    Second Date Update
    Caleb met Roxanne on Tinder. Their first date is cocktails in Berkeley. He can't believe she is ghosting.
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    34 分
  • What Does The Perfect Day Break Down To Be?

    What Does The Perfect Day Break Down To Be?
    2025/08/08
    Marcus and Corey discuss the formula for a perfect day, college versus just getting a job and what reminds you that you are not young anymore.
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    28 分
  • Do You Practice 'Saturday Self Care?'

    Do You Practice 'Saturday Self Care?'
    2025/08/07
    Marcus and Corey talk about Gen Z using AI to save money and grab great hacks, Saturday self care and the new trend, "Dilly-Dallying."
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    29 分
  • How Do You Romanticize Your Workout?

    How Do You Romanticize Your Workout?
    2025/08/06
    Marcus and Corey discuss the "Coffee Nap," romanticizing your workout and how to keep your kids safe in an AI world.
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    25 分