Joy
pets

Woman gets shamed at CVS for 'son's' unusual name. The reality has people rolling.

"You'll really name your son anything, huh?"

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Family
parenting

Millennial mother updates tough-love Boomer parenting lines to make her daughter feel loved

"I brought you into this world..."

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Health
death

'Spiritual shift': ICU nurse shares the one phrase that means someone will pass very soon

"You guys, people know when they're gonna die."

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Health
imposter syndrome

Acclaimed leadership expert shares a simple hack that turns self-doubt into a huge asset

The "spotlight effect" stops people in their tracks, but it doesn't have to.

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Parenting
parenting

Mom stepped away from the bath for 3 seconds. Then her toddler said 5 words that made her sprint right back.

She was gone for three seconds, but in the world of toddlers, that is apparently enough time to hold a full religious ceremony.

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Pop Culture
history

Watch Jesse Jackson get a bunch of kids to chant a 'I Am Somebody' on 'Sesame Street'

The civil rights icon stopped by Sesame Street for an unforgettable visit.

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Internet
life

People share their favorite 'non-tech' hobbies that keep them sane in a digital world

Some inspo for those craving a bit of simplicity and a break from the screens.

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Animals & Wildlife
personality test

A fun personality test determines 'how you love' based on your animal archetype

Are you a lion, a beaver, an otter, or a golden retriever?

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Joy
happiness

Happiness researcher reveals the 'enduring' secret to being happy in the second half of life

It goes against what Mother Nature may be telling you.

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Pop Culture
life

Frugal people say you don't need to be rich to buy these 15 life-simplifying 'luxuries'

Proof that you don't need to spend a fortune to afford peace and joy in your day-to-day.

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Education
economy

People share the new subscriptions and fees they refuse to pay before they become normal

There are now "fees to pay my bills."

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Education
teacher

1st grade teacher asked students to color their 'favorite' hat. She then secretly created each one for real.

"You cannot put a price on a good teacher."

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Parenting
college majors

Mom shares controversial take on why she limited her kids' college major choices

"They only have a choice out of 4 majors."

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Modern Families
poetry

Young poet performs emotional love letter to his older sister that every elder sibling should hear

"She had to grow up faster so that I could stay a kid."

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Internet
health

Why chasing 1,000 rejections might be the key to your biggest dreams

Gabriella Carr asked for 1,000 “no’s.” The universe had other plans.

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Mental Health
life hacks

Google productivity expert says 'fun homework' makes you happier. Here's why it actually works.

The simple trick Google productivity expert Laura Mae Martin swears by.

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Parenting
millennial parenting

Millennials are debunking Boomer claims that parenting was 'just easier' back then and they've brought the receipts

It's time for a reality check.

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Learning
communication tips

Body language expert shares how to spot a fake smile from a real one and it’s all in the eyes

Recognize who is happy and who just wants to look happy.

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Health
joy

Woman shares why she started filming herself sprinting in skirts. It's honestly brilliant.

The effect is both magical and motivating.