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10 Things Wildly Successful People Do Every Single Day

You can't go from intern to CEO overnight, but these 10 tips will point you to success city.


5 Types of Toxic Co-Workers and How to Deal with Them

For most, working in an office can offer a pleasant, exciting, and motivating path to a successful career. However, sometimes...


If You Display These 10 Traits, You Might Be a Boring Person

Boring is as boring does. If you need to up the ante on your scintillation skills, these tips from experts...


20 Recipes Like Grandma Used to Make

Rediscover these comforting recipes for a trip down memory lane.


If You Were Born In Summer, This Is What We Know About You

Astrology may be a matter of belief, but there are scientific studies that link birth season to personality and health...


The Most Popular Toy the Year You Were Born

Ready for a trip down memory lane? From Etch a Sketch to Big Wheels to Power Rangers, enjoy this blast...


These People Donated Millions After They Died—But No One Knew They Were Rich

In life, they were humble secretaries, 
teachers, and janitors. 
When they died, they were richer 
than anyone knew—and they 
gave...


12 Ways You’re Giving off a Bad Vibe Without Realizing It

The body postures, facial expressions, and other behaviors below can broadcast negativity to people around you, hurting your reputation and...

First-of-Its-Kind Study Reveals Who Gossips the Most—And How Often

Everyone gossips, but for how many hours a day on average?



My “Sprained Ankles” Turned Out to Be Uncontrolled Gout

After repeated ankle sprains—and no memory of turning his ankle—this man knew something strange was going on. He was right:...


15 Secret Signs You’re Actually Really Insecure

You know the person who never stops boasting about the size of their bank account, the depth of their partner's...


13 Signs You’re Dealing with a Psychopath

The word psychopath might evoke the image of a serial killer or fictionalized villain, but knowing these psychopathic signs...


17 Things You Can Do That Make Other People Instantly Like You

Want to be more likable? Buy yourself a gift and skip the Tylenol.


8 Red Flags You’re in a Codependent Relationship

When you first start a relationship, a little codependency can feel natural. But if you've been together and you still...


10 Habits of People Who Never Get Stressed

You know that saying, "You want something done, give it to a busy person"? There's truth to it. So what...


The Surprising Reason the Best Ideas Come to You in the Shower

New research explains why a shower may just be the perfect storm of relaxation and inspiration.

9 Conditions That Look Like Autism—but Aren’t

While the symptoms may seem similar, these conditions aren't actually autism. Here's how experts tell the difference.


7 Pieces of Life Advice Geniuses Tell Their Kids

These brilliant men and women have revolutionized science, medicine, and our understanding of the cosmos. But what do they tell...


12 Subtle Signs of Child Abuse That Are Easy to Miss

Look beyond just physical bruises. Changed behavior, aggressive role play, lack of boundaries... these are all red flags.


12 Things You Should Never Lie About

You might think that lying is a gracious way to address a situation or avoid awkward discussions. In reality, lies...


10 Fascinating Facts You Never Knew About Ambidextrous People

A tiny fraction of the population can use both hands with equal skill. Here's the biology behind this cool ability,...


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11 of the Most Famous Riddles in History

From the Bible to Shakespeare to Harry Potter, these riddles were dreamed up by some of history's most celebrated writers—and...


12 Tricks Con Artists Use to Win Your Trust

Getting conned could be as simple as a stranger knowing your name. Be careful.


13 Sneaky Things in Your Home That Trigger Anxiety

Anxiety triggers aren't always easy to identify—if fact, they could be the ordinary things in your home that you would...


This Is Why People Are So Afraid of the Number 13

There are a few reasons this number gets such a bad rap.


What Your Birth Order Really Reveals About You

Birth order has a great influence on child development, specifically because parents tend to raise each sibling differently—which can be...


16 Explanations You Don’t Owe Anyone—Really

The choices we make define us, so we deserve to be confident in those decisions—No justification necessary. These are the...