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Wealth School: A Blessing of Wealth and Well-Being
The Huffington Post: Wealth is a difficult word these days because it seems we have been witnessing an abuse of our financial resources. Nevertheless, our experience of wealth goes way beyond money alone. What does
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Be It Resolved
The New York Times: IT’S still early in 2012, so let’s be optimistic. Let’s assume you have made a New Year’s resolution and have not yet broken it. Based on studies of past resolutions, here
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Study of the Day: The National Pride That Brings Happiness
The Atlantic: Nationalism that’s rooted in respect for laws and institutions, not race or religion, makes citizens the happiest, according to new research. PROBLEM: Previous research has shown that national pride makes people feel good
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A Simple Weight Loss Strategy. Really. Maybe.
Huffington Post: Dieting and weight control are really pretty simple. We gain weight and have trouble losing it because we eat too much and move too little. If we can switch that around, most of
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Why A Teen Who Talks Back May Have A Bright Future
NPR: If you’re the parent of a teenager, you likely find yourself routinely embroiled in disputes with your child. Those disputes are the symbol of teen developmental separation from parents. It’s a vital part of
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Why Placebos Work Wonders
The Wall Street Journal: Say “placebo effect” and most people think of the boost they may get from a sugar pill simply because they believe it will work. But more and more research suggests there
