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fromApaonline
3 weeks ago

Time is Political

Time is a critical yet often overlooked component in the theories of justice and democracy.
Social justice
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The key to social change is convincing people they can make an impact

An impact mindset significantly enhances commitment to racial justice, fostering meaningful actions and sustained engagement.
fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

4 Ways to Build Confident Bystanders

Active bystander intervention requires confidence, which can be influenced by personal relationships and appropriate strategy planning.
#quizzes
fromsf.funcheap.com
1 month ago

First Tuesday's Comedy Show at Tequila Mockingbird

Enjoy an evening filled with fun at SF's Free Arcade Game Night, where unlimited play is available with any purchase, letting you unleash your inner gamer.
San Francisco
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Why the Three-Day Weekend Is the Best Time to Date

"A three-day weekend is the best time to date, as it provides opportunities to socialize, meet new people, and shift from isolation to connection."
Relationships
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Asking Eric: The latest of my friends to vanish had been screaming at people on our walk

Friendships can fade as people age, but communication and mental health struggles may also play roles in distancing.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

How to Find Inspiration in New Places

"I require the excitement of friendship; I must have the constant stimulation of friends. I do not spark automatically, but must have other minds to rub up against."
OMG science
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Brain training: Cognitive decline as we age is not inevitable - here's what you need to do to stay sharp

Engaging in novelty and learning can combat age-related cognitive decline.
Social interactions are crucial for maintaining optimal brain function as we age.
Exercise
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

What Motivates Us to Exercise as We Get Older?

Older adults face significant declines in exercise motivation due to aging cognitive processes.
Socially engaging exercise can enhance enjoyment for older adults.
#retirement
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Bored in retirement? I work with a guy who bags groceries for a living and his investment income is $200k a year

Retirees may face boredom, but there are fulfilling alternatives to full-time work.
Barista FIRE offers a way to stay engaged socially while supplementing income.
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Meet the millionaires with no plans to retire, even into their 80s: 'I wanted to keep my mind alive'

Older Americans are choosing to continue working into retirement despite being financially secure.
Social engagement and mental stimulation are significant factors for older individuals opting to remain in the workforce.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
4 months ago

Bored in retirement? I work with a guy who bags groceries for a living and his investment income is $200k a year

Retirees may face boredom, but there are fulfilling alternatives to full-time work.
Barista FIRE offers a way to stay engaged socially while supplementing income.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Council brawls, suspicious blood and rampant capybaras take the Thursday quiz

The Thursday quiz is presented as an oasis of calm amid a chaotic global landscape. It features fun questions about trivial news, making it enjoyable for participants.
London politics
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

3 Reasons You Should Smile Today

Smiling makes you happier. In a review of over 30 years of research, people who smiled reported feeling happier even from posed smiles or pen-holding exercises.
Mindfulness
fromArchDaily
5 months ago

Educational Park La Carcova / Catedra Taller a77

The Educational Park La Carcova project embodies a collaborative, long-term effort involving a network of educational institutions aimed at addressing unmet basic needs in the community.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromMedium
8 months ago

Why over 100 million athletes are hooked on Strava

Strava's design taps into social engagement to boost user motivation and retention through storytelling and community features.
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