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fromThe New Yorker
1 day ago

Les Americains a Paris

French femininity has been marketed to American women, yet modern influencers offer an incomplete picture of Paris that's often romanticized and idyllic.
Apple
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

My partner and I don't want to get married, but sometimes, if we're traveling or there's a health emergency, it's easier to let people assume we are

Living together without marriage, as seen in Sweden's 'sambo' concept, reflects a valid and unique relationship choice.
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

How to Coexist with Fear (and Spiders) - Tiny Buddha

Coexistence requires overcoming fear and embracing understanding, not only of others but of ourselves.
#mental-health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

The Culture Clash in Mental Health

Mental health expressions are shaped by cultural, social, and historical contexts.
Disability-adjusted life years can assess the impact of mental health on life quality.
Prioritizing impairment over symptoms leads to more culturally inclusive mental health care.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago
Mental health

How Climate Shapes the Way We Travel

Climate significantly impacts mental health, influencing travel destination choices for improved well-being.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Culture Clash in Mental Health

Mental health expressions are shaped by cultural, social, and historical contexts.
Disability-adjusted life years can assess the impact of mental health on life quality.
Prioritizing impairment over symptoms leads to more culturally inclusive mental health care.
more#mental-health
Arts
fromBerlin Art Link
2 months ago

Gala Porras-Kim Exhibition in Pina Magazine | Berlin Art Link

New Zealand's recognition of the Whanganui River as a legal person represents a pivotal shift in legal and cultural perspectives on non-human entities.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

My parents ignored investing their whole lives and have less than $250k for retirement - what's their best financial move now?

Financial ignorance about retirement costs persists among baby boomers, prompting millennials to feel pressure to intervene.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

What to Read When You're Bored

Boredom persists even in a world full of distractions, often resulting in discomfort but also fostering creativity.
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Medieval Infancy with Julie Singer - Medievalists.net

"In the medieval context, children were often seen as innocent yet insightful beings, capable of expressing truths and moral lessons that adults might overlook or forget."
History
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Learning to Unlearn: How to Rethink What We Think We Know

To truly learn, we must also recognize when previously held beliefs are no longer accurate or incomplete.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Psychology of Greed

Greed takes many forms and often stems from early deprivation and social conditioning.
Cultural perspectives on 'enough' can lead to more balanced lives free from greed.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

We Accepted a $1M 'Advance' from In-Laws-Is Avoiding Debt Always the Best Choice?

Deciding whether or not to accept financial help from family isn't always an easy decision.
Retirement
fromYoga Journal
3 months ago

Is Your Menstrual Cycle Actually Connected to the Moon?

For those who are also into woo-woo, there's a larger purpose, one that's been around for almost as long as females have been experiencing cramps.
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Britain needs an alfresco dining revolution to bring life into its cold city centres | Dan Hancox

British attitudes towards outdoor dining are changing as more cities invest in public spaces to enjoy food and socialization outdoors, irrespective of weather.
Artificial intelligence
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 months ago

This is what AI ghosts' will be like: Working after our death, advising our grandchildren, or accidentally revealing an affair

AI-powered generative ghosts could transform memorialization practices by creating interactive replicas of deceased loved ones.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Japanese Wisdom for a Good Life

Happiness can be achieved through interpersonal connections and communal support, especially in cultures like Japan that emphasize relational well-being.
Mental health
fromArchDaily
3 months ago

Architectures of Care: Healing Spaces Across Cultures

Healing is a multifaceted process encompassing emotional, spiritual, and environmental dimensions, shaped by cultural values.
fromNature
3 months ago

Wild strawberries on Mars

Passengers express discomfort and longing for Earth while traveling on Mars.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

What Does the Literature of the Working Class Look Like?

Mundane labor contributes significantly to shaping one's identity, challenging preconceived notions of work as mere drudgery.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Sharia London: surge in back-room councils that rule Muslim marriages

The Islamic Sharia Council provides crucial support for women trapped in unrecognized marriages, offering divorce processes that traditional UK law may not address adequately.
UK news
fromBitcoin Magazine
4 months ago

Book's Books: Knut Svanholm, Luke De Wolf, And "Bitcoin: The Inverse Of Clown World"

In Bitcoin: The Inverse of Clown World, Knut Svanholm and Luke de Wolf give us a journey of introspection and self-improvement, focusing on life with bitcoin.
Cryptocurrency
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