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Steve Harvey: How to Be a Keeper, Not a Sports Fish

According to Steve Harvey, how can you be a keeper and not a sports fish? How can you tell if a guy is a catch-and-release fisherman? In his book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, Steve Harvey discusses how to be a keeper (a woman a man would like to take home and date) rather than a sports fish (a woman who is just looking for a good time). He also advises women to take the power into their own hands rather than letting the man do the “fishing.” Keep reading for more of Steve Harvey’s advice on

Barack Obama: Democratic Nomination in 2008

When did Barack Obama get the Democratic nomination? Why was this such an important step on his journey to president? For Barack Obama, the Democratic nomination changed his life. After traveling and campaigning, Obama secured the nomination and was officially declared the Democratic nominee for president. Read more about Barack Obama, the Democratic nomination, and what it meant.

Industrialization of Food Production: The True Cost

How has the industrialization of food production changed the way we eat? What five shifts in nutrition did it cause? According to Michael Pollan, the author of In Defense of Food, the industrialization of food production has compromised our relationship with food in many profound ways. Specifically, industrializing food production has led to five major shifts in nutrition that are responsible for most food-related diseases. Keep reading to learn about the consequences resulting from the industrialization of food production, according to Michael Pollan.

Ripple Effect: The Psychology of Behavior Change

What is the ripple effect in psychology of behavior change? How does making a small change in behavior can alter other aspects of your life? In the context of behavior change psychology, the ripple effect refers to how one small behavioral change. Whether positive or negative, it can have drastic changes on other aspects of your life. Read about ripple effect psychology as it relates to behavior change.

The Problem With Fast Food and How to Fight Back

What’s the problem with fast food? How can average consumers fight back against this industry? The problem with fast food is in part that it’s difficult to fight. Fast food is a colossal industry that controls farming, food production, work conditions, and more. But fighting back is possible. Keep reading for a rundown of fast food issues and how to fight back.

Obama, China, & the Sino-American Relationship

How did President Obama approach the United States’ relationship with China? Sino-American relations were traditionally tense. But for President Obama, China was an opportunity to improve relations and trade. Read more about President Obama, China, and his goals.

Max Mosley Scandal: Nazi-Themed Orgies?

What happened to Max Mosley after the Nazi orgy scandal? What was the outcome of his court battle with the News of the World? In 2008, News of the World published a story about Max Mosley’s involvement in “sick” Nazi-themed orgies. İn response, Mosley sued the News of the World, and surprisingly, won the case. Strangely, the scandal made Max Mosley even more popular than he was before. Here is how the Max Mosley scandal unfolded and what happened in its aftermath.

Drill Practice: Breaking Through Learning Obstacles

Are you trying to learn a new skill but having trouble with one aspect of it? How do you construct a productive drill? What challenges come with drill practice? Drill practice is when you isolate a single aspect of a skill and concentrate intensively on it. The purpose of drill practice is to maximize overall improvement and minimize overall effort. Done properly, drill practice will speed up the process of achieving the whole skill, not just one isolated aspect. Continue on to learn more about drill practice.

Matthew McConaughey’s Airstream Trip

Why did Matthew McConaughey buy an Airstream? How did his travels shape who he was? Matthew McConaughey bought his Airstream after becoming a successful movie star. He found that it was easy and fun to travel around the country alone and work on his career in between his trips. Read more about Matthew McConaughey, his Airstream, and the journey that helped him find himself.

The Meat Industry: Animal Cruelty Is Everywhere

Does the meat industry have animal cruelty? What kinds of conditions do animals face? It’s first worth noting that the fast food industry and meatpacking industry go through great efforts to stop people from seeing the full extent of animal cruelty in their industry. But animals face constant suffering until their deaths. Read more about the meat industry and animal cruelty below.