Wellness
sleep

Woman follows '1940s bedtime routine' and can't believe how restful it is

The evening wind-down was elaborate, lengthy, and completely screen-free.

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Health
how often should you wash your sheets

Most Americans agree bed sheets get 'gross' after 35 days. Experts say it's much sooner.

This is how often you should wash your sheets, according to experts.

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Pets
pets

A girl's pet pig ate her homework. Teachers were stunned when mom sent them video proof.

"Okay, I have to admit this is a first for me!"

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Joy
everyday heroes

'Remarkable' UPS driver runs into burning home to save 101-year-old woman

"I just did what I thought was right."

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Health
how to stop overthinking

4 ways to stop overthinking your social interactions, according to a clinical psychologist

How to stop "post-event rumination."

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Pop Culture
1980s nostalgia

Someone asked, 'What did the '80s smell like?' and the scent memories are a time warp

Aqua Net and Marlboros, with top notes of Drakkar Noir.

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Modern Families
communication tips

Mel Robbins and Charles Duhigg explain how to avoid 'kitchen sinking' arguments with your spouse

"I felt like you were in the kitchen with me and my husband."

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Family
parenting

Mom claims she has the 'key' to being a great mother-in-law, and it's way too accurate

It's all about finding new ways to be happy.

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Learning
books

We asked people to share books that changed their life. Here are 12 top reads.

The power of a good book is unmatched.

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Culture
self-care

Why people are longing for the old Scottish habit of 'hurkle-durkling' to finally get good rest

You might have already hurkle-durkled this week without knowing it.

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Public Health
etiquette

People are finally talking about their sneaky techniques for pooping at someone else's house

Courtesy flush, yay or nay?

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Pop Culture
joy

Bridgerton superfan shocked to win her very own ball after incredibly clever hidden camera stunt

Her face says it all.

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Women's Health
healthcare

Video compares giving birth in America to giving birth in France, and the difference is eye-opening

It's good to know what's possible.

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Science
intelligence

NVIDIA's CEO realized the smartest people aren't 'technical.' They have a totally different skill.

"People who are able to see around corners are truly, truly smart."

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Joy
comfort food

People from outside America share the 'most common childhood meal' from where they grew up

Don’t read this list while you’re hungry.

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Friendship
psychology

Inspirational speaker Simon Sinek's simple rule for how to be honest without being cruel

This golden advice can be applied to any relationship.

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Motherhood
parenting

Mom shows 9-year-old how to leave uncomfortable conversations and it's advice everyone should hear

You don't have to let someone make you uncomfortable.

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Pop Culture
hugh grant

Hugh Grant finally tells 'Bridget Jones' co-star Renée Zellweger what he always thought of her

Grant and Zellweger have been friends for over 25 years.

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Community
books

15 books real people say completely changed the way they see the world

Reading the right book at the right time can change everything.