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The ultimate test of a compatible relationship is whether you can stand to travel together.
Dear Holiday Drivers. Content Warning.
Oh, Lord, it's the holiday season. I don't have the highest opinion on other drivers to begin with, but these last few weeks of the year, it seems they all get so very much worse. I used to think it was just the high tension I felt around this time that made them worse, but I've actually been in a pretty decent headspace the last few weeks, so… yeah, it's definitely them.
By James Rigdon2 months ago in Humans
Major Midwest Winter Storm 2025: What Travelers need to know before the holidays"
The Storm That Came at the Worst Time A powerful winter storm is sweeping across the Midwest, arriving in a moment when millions of Americans are preparing to travel for the holidays. What started as light snow early in the week has grown into an enormous, dangerous storm system. The heavy snow and freezing rain, strong winds, and icy roads now suddenly bring travel across many states to a stop.
By iftikhar Ahmad2 months ago in Humans
Michael Savage on Why Christmas Inspires Gratitude
Christmas comes each year with warm lights, familiar songs, and a sense of quiet reflection that softens people. It is a season filled with memories, family traditions, and moments that remind us of what truly matters. Many people feel more appreciative during this time of year, even if life has been stressful or demanding. Writer Mike Savage, a New Canaan resident, often says that Christmas encourages people to slow down and notice the good around them. Gratitude becomes easier to feel because the season inspires connection, warmth, and generosity.
By Mike Savage New Canaan2 months ago in Humans
Is there a spin doctor in the house?
Kristi's dimpled smile and black curly hair had floated in my mind's eye for years. We were classmates and friends, but whenever I thought of her, my heart pitter-pattered, and I knew I had to ask her out soon. A month after I obtained my driver's license, I finally took my chance.
By Mack D. Ames2 months ago in Humans
The Silent Forces Of Leadership. AI-Generated.
The Human Element in Organizational Success If you look at almost any organization from the outside, the picture seems straightforward. There is a strategy, an organogram, a set of processes, some KPIs, and a collection of digital tools meant to keep everything under control. We talk about “systems” and “structures” as if they are the real heart of the institution. Yet anyone who has spent time inside a company, a government department, or a non-profit knows that the real story is much messier and much more human. The same structure can produce very different results depending on who is in the room, how they relate to each other, and what is happening inside their minds. The same policy can feel inspiring in one team and oppressive in another. The same technology can either empower people or quietly exhaust them. Underneath every chart and system, human psychology is quietly writing the script.
By Sayed Zewayed2 months ago in Humans
The Weight of Reality: The Trade-Off Illusion
1. Every Solution Costs Something There is no such thing as a perfect solution. Every answer creates a new question, and every gain requires a loss. The idea that we can have everything without giving something up is one of the greatest lies of modern culture. Real progress demands trade-offs. Something must be sacrificed for something else to exist.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast2 months ago in Humans
What is the best time to visit the Maldives and why?
The Maldives promises a tropical paradise all year round, but the experience you get? Sunshine, crowds, and costs hinge on when you visit. More about Maldives, with two distinct monsoon seasons shaping the islands’ weather, choosing the right time means balancing perfect beach days, vibrant marine life, and your travel budget. Whether it's chasing endless sunshine or seeking unique underwater encounters at a better value, timing is everything for the ultimate Maldives escape.
By ameliarosanna2 months ago in Humans
The Weight of Reality: The Myth of Fairness
1. Fairness Is a Human Fiction Fairness is not a natural law. It is a social illusion created by people who wish to avoid the pain of consequence. Nature operates on cause and effect, not comfort. A storm does not pause for equality. Gravity does not check whether the fall was fair. The universe is perfectly just in one sense only: every action brings a reaction. Fairness, however, is not justice. It is an emotional ideal built by those who want consequence without cost.
By Peter Thwing - Host of the FST Podcast3 months ago in Humans
