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Theranos: Walgreens Deal Was Doomed From the Start

Theranos: Walgreens Deal Was Doomed From the Start

What was the Theranos Walgreens deal? How did this deal fail and what did it mean for Theranos? The Theranos Walgreens deal was a commitment by Theranos to provide Edison products to Walgreens locations. Despite not having the product, Theranos defrauded Walgreens, who eventually ended their agreement. Read more about the Theranos Walgreens deal.

Carrie Cabral March 7, 2021March 11, 2021 Business, Health Read more

Habit Loop Examples: 3 Real-Life Success Stories

Habit Loop Examples: 3 Real-Life Success Stories

Are you looking for habit loop examples? Can these examples help explain the habit loop? In habit loops, we respond to cues and seek rewards. These habit loop examples explain how this works and why we respond to it. Keep reading for three habit loop examples and their explanations.

Carrie Cabral March 6, 2021March 15, 2021 Health, Lifestyle, Psychology Read more

Theranos: Fraud, Deception and Lies in Silicon Valley

Theranos: Fraud, Deception and Lies in Silicon Valley

What was the Theranos fraud? How did the company defraud investors and the public? The Theranos fraud began with a business idea. Founder Elizabeth Holmes patented a product that performed blood work using blood from a finger prick. However, the product never existed. Keep reading to find out more about the Theranos fraud.

Carrie Cabral March 6, 2021May 27, 2026 Business, Ethics, Health Read more

The Power of Habit: Book Explains Our Bad Habits

The Power of Habit: Book Explains Our Bad Habits

What is The Power of Habit book? Why is it important to understand how and why we develop habits? The Power of Habit book by Charles Duhigg explains how we form habits, and how to use this system to form good habits. The book also offers a step-by-step guide for changing your habits. Read more about The Power of Habit book.

Carrie Cabral March 5, 2021January 20, 2026 Books, Health, Psychology Read more

Can Habit Loops Help You Kick a Gambling Habit?

Can Habit Loops Help You Kick a Gambling Habit?

What does it mean to have a gambling habit? Is it possible to break a gambling habit? A gambling habit is an addiction and it can be very difficult to break. But like other habits, it is possible to break a gambling habit. Read more about what it means to have a gambling habit.

Carrie Cabral March 4, 2021March 15, 2021 Health, Lifestyle, Psychology Read more

The Simple 4-Step Guide to Changing Your Habits

The Simple 4-Step Guide to Changing Your Habits

Do you need a guide for changing your habits? How can you get rid of bad habits and develop good ones? This guide to changing your habits offers four steps that you can take to recognize your habits and fixing them. Even if changing your habits is difficult, it is possible. Keep reading for a guide to changing your habits.

Carrie Cabral March 3, 2021March 15, 2021 Health, Lifestyle, Psychology Read more

Why Do We Have Cravings? Monkeys Offer Clues

The Link Between Depression and Obesity

Why do we have cravings? What causes cravings and is there a way to stop them? The question “why do we have cravings” is asked often by people who are trying to kick a food craving. But there’s a simple answer to why we have cravings, and it has to do with the brain’s rewards system. So why do we have cravings? Keep reading to find out.

Carrie Cabral March 1, 2021March 15, 2021 Health, Psychology Read more

David Goggins: Hurt 100 Is Just the First Step

David Goggins: Hurt 100 Is Just the First Step

What is the Hurt 100? What was David Goggins’ Hurt 100 experience like? According to David Goggins, the Hurt 100 was another chance to prove himself. He wanted to complete a 100 mile race no matter what. Read more about David Goggins, The Hurt 100, and how he persevered.

Carrie Cabral February 25, 2021February 25, 2021 Health, Motivation Read more

David Goggins: Health Issues Lead to Obstacles

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What were David Goggins’ health issues? How did they impact his training and ambitions? David Goggins’ health issues often came during times when he was trying to push his body to the limit. As he got older, David Goggins had to readjust his outlook on health and training. Read more about David Goggins’ health issues below.

Carrie Cabral February 24, 2021February 25, 2021 Health, People Read more

Getting to the Badwater 135: David Goggins’ Journey

Getting to the Badwater 135: David Goggins’ Journey

Why was the Badwater 135 so important to David Goggins? Did he ever run the race? The Badwater 135 to David Goggins was the ultimate challenge. A 100-mile race would be an incredible test for his training, and he was determined to complete it. Read more about the Badwater 135, David Goggins, and how he trained for the race.

Carrie Cabral February 23, 2021February 25, 2021 Health, Motivation Read more
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