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11 Daily Habits of Couples in Healthy Relationships

Do you expect your partner to take out the trash every week without ever being thanked? Can you recall the...


This Is the Real Reason You Believe in Superstitions—Says Science

Most Americans know superstitions are nonsense. But why do more than 50 percent of people still believe in them?


The Best Essential Oil Scents for Every Room in Your House

Whether you're looking for a clean and crisp aroma for your bathroom or a relaxing and soothing scent for your...


There’s a Psychological Reason You Laugh at the Worst Times

They say laughter is the best medicine...unless you're laughing in these situations.


This 10-Minute Morning Habit Burns 400 Extra Calories Every Week

Can't get to the gym in the morning? No problem. There's a creative way to fit your cardio in.



25 Dating Deal Breakers All Women Have—and Men Should Definitely Be Aware of

Women and men aren't so different—we all have our date-night turnoffs that can range from superficial to deeply offensive. But...


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What the Way You Hold Your Handbag Says About You

Find out what a body language expert has to say about the way you tote around your bag.

Top Photographers Choose the Pictures That Make Them Happy

We asked photographers to send us the one image that most says "happiness" through their lens; these are a few...



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Getting Less Sleep Could Actually Make You Happier, According to Science

Snoozing could definitely be losing—especially when it comes to your mood.


Science Finally Has an Explanation for Why the Clock Slows down When You Stare at It

Time flies when you're literally anywhere else but at your desk.


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This Is the Real Reason You Hate Scary Movies

Yes, it's perfectly normal to NOT enjoy being scared.


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There Are 4 Types of People—and These Two Types Are the Most Compatible

Zodiac signs and Myers-Briggs types have nothing on this test.


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This Is the History Behind These 5 Common Superstitions

Ever wonder why some people avoid black cats and broken mirrors?


Lessons About Living from People Who Spend Time with the Dying

Encountering death so closely every day leads to serious life inspiration that we all need to hear.


30 Photos That Will Make You Fall in Love with Country Life

Country magazine celebrates its 30th birthday with a tribute to life's simple pleasures.

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What Your Glasses Are Secretly Revealing About Your Personality

Your glasses are one of the first things people notice about you. Do they give the impression that you're wild?...


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What the Shape of Your Lips Says About You

If eyes are a window to the soul, lips may just be a framework to our character. See what face-reading...


There’s a Reason Why You Always See Faces in Everyday Things

This phenomenon actually has a name. And a lot of people experience it.


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Real Teachers Reveal What It’s Like Teaching a Genius

If you spend enough time teaching, you're bound to eventually encounter a student with truly unbelievable brainpower. Here's how 10...


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If You’re an Extrovert, Here’s How You’re Wasting Your Money

Outgoing? Life of the party? Big spender? Yep, your personality can influence your money habits, says science.


This Grandma Found the Secret to Staying Close to Her Grandkids—Who Live 800 Miles Away

The tech-savvy grandma will have you rethinking your family reunions, guaranteed.

If Your Child’s Drawings Look Like This, You Could Be Raising a Genius

According to a new study, the real way to find out if you have a genius on your hands isn't...


The Smarter You Are, the More You Judge People—Here’s Why

This may be one of the only downsides to being smart.



The Science Is In: Crossword Puzzles Can Literally Make Your Brain Younger

Grab a pencil—or a pen if you're bold—and get ready to turn back time in your brain.


14 Life Tips Every Recent Grad Needs to Have in Their Back Pocket

Learn how to transition into adulthood and an avoid existential crisis with these necessary pieces of advice for finding your...


This Is the Strange (But True!) Origin of the Smiley Face

The story behind the happiness symbol isn't as cheerful as you'd expect.