Over the years there’s been a battle between the feminists and the neo-traditionalists. The former will tell you that staying at home causes depression; the latter will tell you that working causes moms too much stress. (via Healthland)
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Study: Men More Likely to Say ‘I Love You’ First in Relationships
While men often receive the short end of the stick, being stereotyped as commitment-phobic, they’re certainly not shy about letting their feelings be made known.
The Newlywed Game Was On to Something: Knowledge About Partner is Key in Relationships
If you ever turn to a therapist for advice on relationship skills, he or she is bound to tell you that communication is key. But a recent study shows that in fact, other more practical skills are predictors of overall satisfaction.
Study: Best Years of Life Could Be in Your 80s
It turns out that rather than reminisce about the “golden age” of youth, we should look forward to turning our grandparents’ age to be happy.
The Fashionistas Were Right: Designer Logos Might Really Improve Your Life
Carrying a $10,000 Birkin bag by Hermès will make you the envy of your friends. It could also help you snag a higher salary and better job recommendations.
Men Will Forgive Cheating…As Long as It’s With Another Woman
Half of men say they would forgive their partner’s infidelity, so long as it occurred with a woman. (via Reuters)
National Hug Day: Yes, It Matters
Let’s hug it out!
Viral Videos: Good For Your Brain?
If your boss catches you on YouTube, just tell her you’re enhancing your creativity. (via Healthland)
Reading While Eating for November 23: Turkey, Therapy and Travel
Tuesday’s links know the situation, even if The Situation got voted off Dancing with the Stars.
Brits Monitor The Country’s Happiness
So it’s official. Stiff-upper-lip-Brits have gone all touchy-feely. Today the Guardian Newspaper reported that “The UK government is poised to start measuring people’s psychological and environmental wellbeing, bidding to be …
Why ‘Truthiness’ is Taking Off
President Obama was born in Kenya! 9/11 was an inside job! Climate change is a global hoax! Why do people believe such outrageously false information? Researchers at Ohio State University worked to find out why. Head over to …
Survey: Men Are Most Easily Manipulated After 6 P.M.
Patience is a virtue, but timing is everything.