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Why You Should Always Wear Your Glasses On A Date

Are you planning to go on a date with someone you really like? Are you struggling to figure out what to wear or what to do about your glasses? Dressing for a date can be challenging and even more complicated if you wear glasses. However, we are here to shift your mindset since glasses can offer a perfect accessory for your date. If you are afraid that your glasses give you a dorky look or your date may lose interest, it is time to live in the present and learn how to look attractive in your glasses. Read on to

How to Act at a Party: 3 Misconceptions About Behavior

What is the appropriate way to act at a party? Should guests refrain from creating heated disagreements at gatherings? When attending or hosting a party, many people think there’s a certain way they should act to not damper the mood. However, The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker suggests three rules that will help hosts and guests loosen up a bit so everyone can have fun. Discover how to act at a party without having to meet certain expectations.

What Is Nostr? How It Could Transform Social Media

What is Nostr? How is Nostr different than traditional social media? What does distributed social media mean? New, decentralized social media platforms have the potential to reduce online censorship and spam, redefine online advertising, and normalize bitcoin use—potentially stabilizing bitcoin’s value. Nostr is a protocol that can act as a platform for decentralized social media. Read on to learn what Nostr is, how it works, and if it has the potential to revolutionize social media.

How to Be a Good Host and Make Guests Comfortable

Do you know how to direct a gathering? How can you be a good host to your guests? At an event you’re hosting, your guests should be your number one priority. The Art of Gathering by Priya Parker says many people think that hosts should relax when it comes to their duties, but it’s actually quite the opposite. Keep reading for the truth behind learning how to be a good host.

How to Create a Safe Space for Discussions at Events

Do heated debates often get out of hand at parties? How do you create a safe space for discussion at any gathering? Some people may think gatherings aren’t the right place for debates, but they actually are. In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker says that all gatherings don’t have to be peaceful, and there’s actually a way to encourage argument without ruining the gathering. Continue reading to learn how to create a safe space for discussion anywhere you want.

How a Scarcity Mentality Takes a Toll on Your Psyche

What is a scarcity mentality? How does being in a state of scarcity affect your mental state? When we’re in a state of scarcity (e.g. lacking time or money), we work more efficiently and make decisions more rationally. However, scarcity also pushes us to make trade-offs that can be costly in the long run. Here’s a look at the psychological effects of scarcity, according to behavioral science researchers Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir.

9 Designing Your Life Exercises That Will Help You Thrive

What’s your work philosophy? How would you spend your time if money were no object? Whom would you trust to help you design your life? In Designing Your Life, Stanford professors Bill Burnett and Dave Evans share the content of their popular courses and workshops on life design. Using concrete principles and examples, they teach readers how to design a meaningful life in which they can truly thrive. Continue reading to find several Designing Your Life exercises that will help you apply the book’s concepts.

How to End a Party Without It Being Awkward

Is it awkward asking people to leave a party? How do you end a party properly? At the end of an eventful party, it can feel awkward to push people out. However, the fun has to end eventually and Priya Parker’s book The Art of Gathering has all you need to make ending a party less uncomfortable. Let’s look at how to end a party successfully.

How to Manage Time Effectively: The Top 3 Tips

Are you worried that you’ll never get things done? How do you manage time effectively? Time management is one of the most effective tools to help you prevent stressing and overthinking. In Stop Overthinking, Nick Trenton identifies three ways you can make time for yourself and other priorities. Keep reading to learn how to manage time effectively with Trenton’s suggestions.

Financial Scarcity Affects These 5 Areas of Your Life

What are the consequences of a lack of money? How does an insufficiency of financial resources affect other areas of one’s life? A scarcity of financial resources has overarching consequences for our whole lives. In their book Scarcity, behavioral science researchers Sendhil Mullainathan and Eldar Shafir highlight five areas most affected by financial scarcity: health, parenting, memory, work productivity, and sleep. Here’s a look at the effects of financial scarcity, according to Mullainathan and Shafir.