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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Dad has never been afraid to bargain. The day I bought my car, I saw a master at work

Never be afraid to bargain. If you don't ask, you don't get! This maxim has been put to the test relentlessly, in both trivial and significant situations.
Cars
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fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How to Recognize Your Value

You are worthy. You don't have to prove your worth, and you are important. These ideas are what every child should hear and every grown-up should know.
Mindfulness
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fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

As A Boomer, I Don't Understand Why People Are So Scared To Say This 1 Little Word.

The best way to take the stigma out of a pejorative is to use it oneself, as seen with LGBTQ individuals owning 'queer'.
Retirement
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Myth of Instant Knowledge

Instant answers from AI undermine deep reflection and healing.
Algorithms reinforce habitual thinking, limiting emotional freedom and creativity.
Philosophy offers resistance to algorithmic control, fostering freedom and imagination.
True wisdom requires time and patience to mature.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Harriette Cole: Need-to-know lessons from a beautiful mother

Doris Cole taught me everything that I teach and share today: how to be thoughtful, how to honor others, how to communicate effectively and how to move through space with dignity and ease.
Parenting
Relationships
fromBustle
2 months ago

Your Tarot Reading For Friday, May 16

The King of Cups indicates wisdom, emotional intelligence, and the ability to mediate conflicts effectively.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Magic of Learning From Your Experiences

Experiential learning strengthens resilience by promoting adaptive responses to challenges.
fromTiny Buddha
3 months ago

The Power of Silence and How to Really Listen - Tiny Buddha

True knowledge often exists in moments of silence, not just in spoken words.
The essence of communication is in listening beyond mere speech.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

A photographer who takes pictures of older people learned 4 life lessons from his 100-year-old friend

Reeves highlights how he admires older people who dress smartly as a testament to their resilience and ability to adapt to changing times.
London
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I'm 30 but most of my closest friends are 60 to 90 years old

Intergenerational friendships provide invaluable wisdom and unique perspectives that enrich personal growth and resilience.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

A Wisdom Primer: Life's Most Important Category of Knowledge

A little bit of anxiety at the right times can be a good thing.
Mastering four seemingly benign words can change the trajectory of your life.
Successful living is built around appropriately navigating transitions.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

3 Positivity Practices to Increase Your Joy

Positivity acts like a protective shield, vital for overcoming life's hurdles, while daily affirmations and body language changes can significantly boost your outlook.
Mental health
Mental health
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

19 Impactful Insights Therapists Have Told Their Clients That Could Help You Through A Tough Time

Therapists often provide transformative insights that can change personal perspectives and self-perception.
History
fromMedievalists.net
3 months ago

20 Brilliant Quotes from Medieval Kings and Queens - Medievalists.net

Medieval rulers demonstrated sharp intellect, wit, and philosophical insight through their reflections and quotes.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Melinda French Gates says she no longer cares if people don't like her: 'Maybe that comes with being 60'

Melinda French Gates has embraced self-confidence at 60, stating she no longer worries about others' opinions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Flannery O'Connor at 100: should we still read her?

Flannery O'Connor skillfully navigated a successful writing career, despite her chronic battle with lupus.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

You Are Already Wise

Wisdom is both innate and expandable through life experiences.
Embrace value relativism and understand multiple perspectives for deeper insight.
Accept uncertainty and remain open to changing paths as a key to personal growth.
fromMedievalists.net
5 months ago

25 Sayings from Ancient and Medieval China - Medievalists.net

Ancient Chinese proverbs reflect resilience and wisdom, shaping society's values and philosophies, many of which remain relevant today.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I'm 29 and my best friend is 84. Getting relationship advice from someone who has been married for decades is invaluable.

Intergenerational friendships enrich lives by providing diverse perspectives and life lessons.
Age differences can enhance relationships, offering unique wisdom and insights.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Many wise people have told me how to live a better life. Obviously I didn't pay attention | Adrian Chiles

Preparation is essential for success, yet many struggle to implement the wisdom they've received.
fromFast Company
6 months ago

'Try easier.' How to navigate the uncertainty of transitions

Rudolph Walsh's motto "Try easier" symbolizes a shift towards embracing life's transitions with ease, joy, and trust, contrasting the pressure to strive harder.
Writing
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