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3 Safe Thanksgiving Conversation Topics
November 17, 2017
Thanksgiving is notorious for having heated conversations about politics with family. If you’d rather avoid having another argument about healthcare with your in-laws, then here are a few safe conversation starter ideas (that might even create stronger family ties): 1. Old Family Stories Sharing old family stories is an excellent way to break the ice. You either instantly have something to bond over or you learn something you didn’t know about your family.
Read More >6 Holiday Conversation Landmines To Avoid
November 15, 2017
Want to avoid holiday arguments, awkward conversations and uncomfortable moments with family this year? Then you should probably avoid these topics: 1. T.V. Spoilers When you’ve seen every episode of American Vandal, and some of your relatives are still watching (not binging), it’s best not to spoil it for them or you could make them very upset. If you want to talk about your favorite T.V. series at the Thanksgiving table, make sure that anyone who hasn’t seen it and wants to, keeps that anticipation without you ruining the fun.
Read More >6 Ways To Honor And Reconnect With Veterans
November 9, 2017
The first Veterans Day – then called Armistice Day – marked the end of WWI, on November 11, 1919. Since 1926, the United States has observed November 11 as a day to honor all American veterans – living or dead. It’s a day to give thanks and show support to those who’ve served for our country. Below are six ways you can show your gratitude to our veterans this Veterans Day, as well as a heartwarming story on how two U.
Read More >Blue Christmas? 4 Ways to Overcome Holiday Season Anxiety
November 30, 2017
Although many people call the holiday season “the most wonderful time of the year,” not everyone spends December basking in warm, fuzzy feelings. In fact, the holidays can be incredibly painful for some. Fall-outs with family, breakups, financial stresses, losing loved ones, and difficult holiday memories can all bring about feelings of sadness and anxiety during a time when the rest of the world seems to be celebrating. If you’re suffering from the “holiday blues,” you might feel overwhelmed by the holiday cheer on every street corner and radio station.
Read More >Charity Scams Don't Rest For Holidays
November 1, 2017
We saw an influx of charity scams recently in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, the Las Vegas massacre and the California wildfires. Now we’re approaching the holidays—a prime time for this type of scam to strike again. Before donating to any charity, be aware of the signs of a scam and how to protect yourself and your donation: 1. They Use Pressure Tactics To Make You Hand Over Money…Fast! Conning charities try to get you to donate immediately, without giving you time to research them.
Read More >Disturbing Videos On YouTube Kids
November 27, 2017
If you let your kids watch the YouTube Kids app, here’s a warning: some videos popping up might be extremely disturbing to them…and you. At first glance, the videos look like normal cartoons for kids. But keep watching and you’ll see violent and lewd situations, disturbing visuals and intentionally upsetting content. Often, these videos are set to nursery rhymes. If you were only listening to your child watch the app, you probably wouldn’t be able to tell something is amiss.
Read More >Holiday Season Online Dating Tips
November 20, 2017
As the cold winter months get closer, you might be wanting someone to spend them with. There’s a reason behind that: it’s cuffing season." Introduced to Urban Dictionary in 2011, it’s the time during fall and winter when singles get serious about finding a partner to be “cuffed” to, or tied down with. Naturally, it’s also the time of the year when online dating sites see a spike in user activity.
Read More >Online Dating Catfish Who Steal Hearts, Not Money
November 14, 2017
Not all online dating catfish are scammers out to steal money. Some do it because they’re lonely and want to make a connection. And if catfish weren’t deceiving enough, interactions with one who’s after your heart might seem more genuine, and therefore even more deceiving. Online dater, Emma Perrier discovered this the hard way. After investing her heart and exchanging “I love you’s,” she found out that her male model love interest, “Ronnie Scicluna” was actually someone else entirely.
Read More >The Disturbing Secret Society That Targeted Women
November 8, 2017
Sometimes our desire to be accepted can be preyed upon by others, leaving us vulnerable to manipulation…and worse. The New York Times recently reported on a secret society for women that masqueraded as a “bad-ass bitch boot camp.” Participants were told the group was created to empower women. Instead, it left many literally branded and psychologically scarred. That secret sisterhood operated inside Nxivm, a self-help organization with courses they say are “designed to bring about greater self-fulfillment by eliminating psychological and emotional barriers.
Read More >The Most Expensive Items Ever Auctioned
November 13, 2017
Last month, the “Paul Newman watch” sold for almost $17.8 million. This rare Rolex watch worn by the late actor, Paul Newman is now the most expensive watch ever auctioned. The winning bidder – who paid exactly $17,752,500 – remains anonymous. So, we thought we’d look at some of the most expensive items ever auctioned: 6. 1933 Gold Double Eagle Coin This rare coin was created at the imagination of Theodore Roosevelt, who wanted to revamp American coin designs.
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