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Happiness at Work: Overlooked but Important

Do you feel happy and fulfilled in your job? If not, what aspects of your current job do you find unfulfilling? Why is happiness at work important anyway? Happiness at work is crucial to life satisfaction because you spend so much of your life there. If you’re not happy at work, unhappiness will naturally take up space and touch other parts of your life. However, being in a happiness-boosting job naturally gives you a regular source of fulfillment, growth, socializing, and recognition. In this article, we’ll explore different ways you can seek out more happiness at work.

Barack Obama: COIN Strategy Expensive & Risky

What was COIN? What was Barack Obama’s viewpoint on COIN and what did it mean? For Barack Obama, COIN posed a lot of issues. COIN, also known as the counterinsurgency strategy, involved massive foreign investments on the part of the U.S. Read more about Barack Obama, COIN, and Obama’s view on the strategy.

4 Ways to Keep a Positive Mindset No Matter What

Do you often find yourself stuck in negative thinking, entertaining what could go wrong, or mulling over sad memories? What are some things you can do to keep a positive mindset? Chances are, you’ve probably had someone tell you to “cheer up!” or “look on the bright side.” And while there’s no doubt they mean well, it can be difficult to keep a positive mindset at all times. Here are some simple ways to keep a positive mindset and focus on joy over negativity.

The Case of Lindsey Stone’s Online Shaming

What was Lindsey Stone shamed for? And what happened to her after the incident? In October 2012, Lindsey Stone was publicly shamed for posting a disrespectful photo on Facebook, where she posed behind the cemetery sign that read “Silence and Respect.” The photo became the centerpiece of Stone’s online presence for two years until an online reputation agent agreed to take her case pro bono to create her a new online identity. Keep reading for the story of Lindsey Stone’s public shaming.

How to Improve Memory Retention: 4 Proven Strategies

Why do we forget information over time? How do you improve memory retention? While there are only theories as to why we tend to forget information over time, there are methods we can use to improve memory retention. The top techniques are overlearning, spacing, proceduralization, and mnemonics. Continue on to learn how to improve memory retention.

Matthew McConaughey in A Time to Kill

What was Matthew McConaughey’s role in A Time to Kill? How did it cement his place as a Hollywood leading man? At first, the studio would never consider an unknown like Matthew McConaughey for A Time to Kill. But McConaughey impressed with his emotional audition. Read more about Matthew McConaughey, A Time to Kill, and the role that made him a true Hollywood star.

The 5 Questions to Ask a New Boyfriend

Are you in a developing or new relationship? Are you unsure if your man has long-term goals for your relationship? What are the most important questions to ask a new boyfriend? According to Steve Harvey in his book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, there are five questions you should ask a new boyfriend. Although it may seem awkward, it’s better to know what a guy’s plans and ideals are upfront before the relationship gets too serious. Continue on to know what Steve Harvey’s five questions you should ask a new boyfriend are.

The Top 2 Democratic Norms and Why We Need Them

What are democratic norms? What are the two main norms that dictate how governments operate? Democratic norms are an important part of how political systems govern. They help keep everything operating smoothly, and ensure that systems don’t collapse. Read more about two major democratic norms, mutual tolerance, and institutional forbearance.

Obama: Wall Street Reform and Changing the System

How did Obama address Wall Street reform? Did he make any major changes that impacted economic policies? During Barack Obama’s term, reforming Wall Street was a major topic in politics and in the economy. Obama believed that Wall Street reform would be beneficial to America. Read more about Obama, Wall Street reform, and the changes to the financial system.

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