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Bullying Isn't Just "a Part of Growing Up" — It's Altering Our Kids' Brains

01/09/2019

Bullying Isn't Just "a Part of Growing Up" — It's Altering Our Kids' Brains

Bullying isn't just a normal part of life that most everyone "has" to deal with as they grow up.

This Complex Theory About Get Out Is So Deep, Even Jordan Peele Was Impressed

05/23/2018

This Complex Theory About Get Out Is So Deep, Even Jordan Peele Was Impressed

The following contains spoilers for Get Out.

The Effects of Spanking Children Are "Wholly Negative," Says an Expert

02/10/2018

The Effects of Spanking Children Are "Wholly Negative," Says an Expert

The subject of spanking children has long been in the hot seat, with some parents firmly in the "yes" and "no" camps, while others hover in the gray area in between.

PSA to Those Shaming Blue Ivy For Being Spoiled: She's Actually Just a Typical 6-Year-Old

01/31/2018

PSA to Those Shaming Blue Ivy For Being Spoiled: She's Actually Just a Typical 6-Year-Old

There were a number of memorable performances and moments from the 2018 Grammy Awards, but during Camila Cabello's speech about Dreamers prior to her introducing U2 is when the most memorable of them all (according to social media) went down.

16 Things Extremely Likeable People Do

09/14/2017

16 Things Extremely Likeable People Do

Being likeable has its benefits — you'll have an easier time scoring your dream job and making friends.

The Science Behind Empathy and Being an Empath

08/05/2017

The Science Behind Empathy and Being an Empath

We all strive to put ourselves in other people's shoes, but it turns out a certain few are naturally gifted.

Make a Great Impression on Your Interviewer in 10 Minutes

07/31/2017

Make a Great Impression on Your Interviewer in 10 Minutes

The first few minutes of an interview are crucial and can be a make-or-break factor.

Achieve Anything With These 8 Powerful Willpower Tips

01/01/2017

Achieve Anything With These 8 Powerful Willpower Tips

It seems that the goals we set for ourselves, whether they be getting fit or organizing our homes, can be achieved as long as we have the willpower to do it.

27 Hacks to Manipulate the Brain and Emotions, Just Like Facebook

07/01/2014

27 Hacks to Manipulate the Brain and Emotions, Just Like Facebook

Facebook's controversial experiment that messed around with people's moods and emotions has a lot of people outraged, but perhaps we can learn a thing or two from it and figure out how to manipulate our own brains in a positive way.

Don't Forget Anything With This Laundry Tip

04/30/2014

Don't Forget Anything With This Laundry Tip

There are actually many things to remember when doing the laundry.

13 Splurges That People Won't Quit Judging You For

04/23/2014

13 Splurges That People Won't Quit Judging You For

We all judge people for their expensive purchases.

Being the Last Interview Could Wreck Your Chances

02/21/2014

Being the Last Interview Could Wreck Your Chances

If you think that the timing of your interview doesn't impact your chances of getting the job, think again.