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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Apathy is one of the most telling signs that a partner is emotionally distancing themselves. Emotional distance can be hard to pinpoint. Recognizing signs that your partner is slipping away is the first step in addressing the underlying issues. Relationships are dynamic, evolving entities that require constant attention and care....

When Love Fades: 4 Signs Your Partner Is Slipping Away

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In many ways, we have a false idea of ​​what smart people are like. We often associate intelligence with organization and order, but many smart people live in cluttered homes.

Why Smart People Have Dirty Homes: 6 Reasons

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It's time to adult! Are you moving out on your own? As soon as you start living on your own, you can set your life the way you want it. The best thing to do is to start by doing your best to be as smart and frugal as you can. Do this right, and you will make a real difference in your life. Do these frugal habits when you start living on your own and change your life—for the better.

16 Frugal Habits You Need To Start When You Start Living on Your Own

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Not every career is ideal for introverts, but you can still make good money while keeping a low profile. Here are 15 of the highest-paying opportunities.

Need a New Career But Hate Talking to People? 15 Highest-Paying Jobs for Introverts

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Divorce used to be a life event that many saw as the end of the road, especially for women over 50. But times have changed. Today, divorced women in their 50s and beyond are not just surviving; they’re thriving.

Single and Thriving: Why Divorced Women Over 50 Are Staying Solo

No man will ever come right out and tell you he likes it when you compliment him because it’s a weird thing to ask for, and also not very “manly,” if you will. But just because he doesn’t ask, doesn’t mean he doesn’t crave.

Things Guys Secretly Want From Their Girlfriends But Will Never Admit

"Toxic masculinity" was intended to describe rigid and outdated norms of masculinity, not all masculinity. Men can still strive to be masculine without being "toxic"; the guidelines below can help. Even when you have messed up, try to keep seeing yourself as a “good man behaving badly." If you...

13 Ways to Be the Best Man You Can Be

People who make others wait violate the social contract that people should stick to time commitments. New research shows how waiting not only becomes an annoyance, but can cause relationships to falter. Respecting time commitments can ensure that the social contract remains intact. Relationships run on the assumption that people...

Why It’s Not Such a Good Idea to Keep Someone Waiting

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Time, often viewed as rigid and finite, is actually quite malleable. The secret to a fulfilling life lies in mastering this elasticity, allowing you to create more time for the things that truly matter.

4 Ways to Gain an Extra Hour Every Day Without Compromising Your Sleep or Sanity

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One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

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It’s a need that government subsidies and better family policy can’t necessarily address.

The Real Reason People Aren’t Having Kids

Recently, I spent a week with my niece and her children. Her youngest is a newborn, and her oldest is, without exaggeration, the most energetic child I have ever met. I know, I know, everyone says the kids in their lives are the most this or the best that. However, this is not just any child. This child is charismatically remarkable. Watching her do her toddler thing illustrated several truths about how to handle life.

Resilience and Bouncing Balls

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In today’s digital age, online dating has become the go-to method for meeting new people. However, many individuals still prefer the traditional approach to dating, seeking meaningful connections without the aid of technology. Here are seven better ways to date without going online, focusing on natural and engaging ways to meet potential partners.

7 best ways to date without going online

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In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

We often feel guilt and shame for even considering the wounding mistakes our parents made. So, very often we just won't talk about them. We think that talking about them means blaming them. But what if there's a way to get healing without blame?. As a therapist, when a client...

"But I Don't Want to Blame My Parents!"

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Why these mothers say they felt pressured into getting their “tongue-tied” newborns operated on with a laser.

Are Tongue-Tie Procedures Being Performed on Babies Who May Not Need Them? Inside Edition Investigates

Curiosity is linked to less aggressive responses, giving time for more productive ones. Research shows that curiosity correlates with greater levels of intimacy even in minor interactions. Curiosity opens us to others' perspectives. "Be curious, not judgmental."—Walt Whitman. The rainbow of human relationships is endless. We have friendships, siblings,...

2 Most Important Tools to Improve Any Relationship

In today’s fast-paced world, managing finances can be challenging. With the cost of living rising and unexpected expenses always around the corner, adopting frugal habits can help you save money and build financial stability. Here are 20 frugal habits to adopt in 2024 to ensure a more secure financial future.

20 Frugal Habits You Need to Adopt in 2024

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Suzy Jacobson Cherry

When I studied Anthropology in college, I learned that teeth have been indicators of economic status just about forever. Archaeologists look at the teeth in ancient skeletons and know who the rich were based on their tooth decay. During the Renaissance period, it became fashionable for women to blacken their teeth to look like they were better off than they were, because the royals and aristocrats, who could afford sugar and sweets, had more rotten and missing teeth than the poor.

Opinion: Stop Stereotyping Bad Teeth as a Sign of Drug Addiction

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The Hidden Hazard of Work to Do Work

There are many mostly invisible steps required before we start a task on our to-do lists. Not accounting for the time and energy required for warm-up...

The Hidden Hazard of Work to Do Work

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