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The employee struggled to connect with her coworkers virtually, especially after new employees started. She quit because she felt so isolated at work.

I worked remotely for 4 years and felt isolated, without any real connections with my coworkers. I decided to quit.

When Kema Ward-Hopper uprooted her family — and career — to relocate from the U.S. to Costa Rica six years ago, she wasn't sure what to expect. She and her husband Nicholas quit their corporate jobs as a research analyst and mortgage broker, respectively, in Houston, Texas, to pursue new careers as entrepreneurs abroad.

I quit my job in the U.S. and moved to Costa Rica—now I work 25 hours/week and am 'a lot happier'

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Find out what your favorite day of the week means about you:

What Day Of the Week Are You? Tanya Breaks Down What It Means

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When my friends and I finally met up recently, the topic of our conversation quickly turned to the scarcity of good men available for dating. When I asked Alicia what she meant by “good men,” she listed qualities like intelligence, a sense of humor, a fit physique, good grooming, and independence. While these traits are certainly desirable, a healthy relationship is built on more profound attributes like honesty, trust, and communication.

The 5 Things a Good Man Will Never Do in a Relationship

Relationships are a two-way street in all aspects. While partners do cover for each other every now and then, there still needs to be a certain level of balance. Over the past few decades, the institution of marriage in the United States has seen a significant decline of about 60% since the 1970s, reports CNBC. While there are various factors contributing to this trend, content creator Katie Hanlon—who goes by @thekatiehanlon on TikTok—has mentioned some less-discussed yet crucial factors that can often lead to relationship breakdowns.

Woman explains how marriages are ending because of the inability of men to talk about emotions

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

Kindness is a powerful force that can brighten someone's day. Telling someone, "You make a difference," affirms their value and impact on the world around them. "I appreciate you" is a heartfelt acknowledgment of someone's presence and contributions to your life. Do you ever feel like you've deprived yourself and...

The 3 Kindest Things You Can Say to Someone

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

We all experience moments of social awkwardness, and that's perfectly normal. Being socially awkward doesn’t necessarily mean you lack social intelligence. In fact, many highly socially intelligent individuals, like Salma Hayek, Jessica Simpson, and Oprah Winfrey, have been labeled as awkward at times.

The 5 Mistakes a Socially Intelligent Person Will Never Make

There is always loss and gain in the aging process. There is a sad-sweetness to the aging process. Recognizing the wisdom we have gained through our lives is a rich part of the aging process. In August of this year, I will turn 75. A range of thoughts and feelings...

The Gift and Challenge of Aging

Dreams about lost loved ones are common. Carl Jung saw dreams as a mystical experience that allowed us to process and grow from loss. Dream journaling is an activity some employ to remember and reflect on dreams. In a recent dream, I sat on a marble slab near the fireplace,...

On Grief, Dreams, and Remembering

Honest communication requires honest intent in addition to verifiable facts. Some people use facts to distort the truth rather than convey the truth. Some individuals represent themselves as being honest, but they are not trustworthy. Many people define honest communication as only saying things that are true and not saying...

Lying While Telling the Truth

Some days, it seems like everything is going your way and nothing can get you down, but glass half full types seem to feel that way all the time, so how do they do it? “Some people are just happier than others. They don’t have to work at it, right? They just are,” explains social psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky, who’s been studying happiness for over 35 years. “They’re kind of like people who are thin naturally, and they don’t have to work hard at it.”

Habits of Happy People That Can Boost Your Happiness [LIST]

Many experts consider emotional intelligence a predictor of success and satisfaction. I see it as just one important component of something more substantial and even more empowering: mental strength. Mental strength is the ability to productively regulate your emotions as well as your thoughts and behaviors, especially in the face...

I study and train mentally strong people for a living: Here are 7 things they never do

Overemphasis on a single symptom, such as eye contact, can lead to misdiagnoses of neurological conditions. The absence of a particular symptom does not necessarily rule out a condition. A missed autism diagnosis can prevent a child from receiving critical early interventions. A pediatrician colleague of mine noticed some developmental...

The Limitations of Symptom-Based Diagnoses

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We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. When you live alone, there’s no one to judge you for wearing acne cream, eating leftover pizza from the fridge, or enjoying a movie marathon. “Living alone has made me more confident and independent,” says Katie McAdams, an Atlanta-based communications manager. As an “extroverted introvert,” she values having alone time to reflect and recharge.

Everything You Need to Know Before Living Alone (From People Who Live Alone and Love It)

Happiness may appear to be a feeling that all people long to experience, but this is not true. Research shows how the idea of feeling happy can seem scary for people around the world. Everyone deserves to decide whether and when they'll face the fear of contentment. Happiness. Picture what...

The Fear of Happiness

After 12 years of FIRE (financial independence retire early), I went back to work. Unfortunately, I only lasted four months. Here's my story of what went wrong. I purposefully waited months to release this post to ensure I was thinking logically and not emotionally. From the end of November 2023...

Went Back To Work And Could Only Last Four Months: Here’s What Went Wrong

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3 Reasons Why Working From Home Isn’t as Easy as It Looks

Working from home offers freedom and autonomy that many employees crave. However, working from home also comes with some hidden drawbacks. Remote employees may struggle with...

3 Reasons Why Working From Home Isn’t as Easy as It Looks

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