Be Grateful and Don’t Take Anything for Granted

Looking a photos and videos from a year ago, I can’t help but feel just a twinge of nostalgia for “the good ol’ days” of yesteryear, when we didn’t think much about going out to eat, watching a movie, and getting together with a crowd of family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving. Back then those were just things you normally do. But this year it’s different.

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How Your Brain May Work Against You in a Crisis

Think for a moment what you would do in the following situations:A fire breaks out in your building: fire alarms start blaring non-stop and you smell smoke
You hear the sound of gunfire while shopping. What you do next may determine your safety. But just when you need to act the most, your mind may not act in your own best interest.

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5 Most Annoying Things About Wearing Masks and How to Fix Them

Wearing a mask is a requirement in all the places I frequent – the grocery store, bank, cleaners, restaurants – you name it. They have that sign on the door, pretty much saying no mask, no service. This post is not an opinion piece on whether you should or should not wear a mask. I know the great mask debate is not over by any means, but whether you agree with wearing one or not, they’re pretty much here to stay, at least while COVID-19 is around. There are a few bothersome things about wearing a mask, so let’s take a look at ways to alleviate them.

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