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Say cheese

Lizzie Wrote This • 58 implied HN points • 11 Jun 23
🍲 Food & Drink Recipes Lifestyle Food culture Food history
  1. The author has a strong aversion to cheese, finding it repulsive and difficult to eat.
  2. Despite trying to accept some cheeses in small doses, the author's dislike of cheese remains deep-rooted.
  3. The author's aversion to cheese is seen as a unique part of their identity, sparking reflection on personal preferences and environmental impact.

24 Working Theorys for 2024

Working Theorys • 70 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
💼 Business Startups Lifestyle
  1. Startups are shifting towards profitability over traditional venture funding
  2. Social products are evolving to focus more on utility and specialized communities
  3. Predictions for lifestyle changes include part-time knowledge work and preventive health gaining importance
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Don’t forget to eat

My Home Office Hacks • 5 implied HN points • 04 Nov 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Nutrition Home Office Fitness Recipes Lifestyle
  1. It's important to remember to eat when working from home. Eating healthy can help prevent weight gain and keep you energized.
  2. A quick and healthy lunch option includes mixing tuna, cucumber, avocado, and balsamic vinegar. This meal is not only tasty but also packed with protein.
  3. There are free website builders available, but remember you'll still need to buy a domain name. You can build a simple landing page for under $20 a year.

5 ways to slow aging

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 13 Oct 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Aging Diet Exercise Longevity Lifestyle
  1. Slowing aging isn't just about increasing lifespan, it's also about improving healthspan.
  2. Skipping a meal randomly can help reduce calorie intake and potentially increase longevity.
  3. Adopting a Mediterranean diet, quitting added sugars, and making your home junk food free are beneficial for health and longevity.

#061 ✰ The clutter skill

Objet • 39 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Consumerism Creativity Psychology Shopping Lifestyle
  1. Our mission is to help people thrive and be at peace with their surroundings by bringing back joy and pride.
  2. The clutter skill can vary from person to person, with some thriving in clutter and finding creativity and flexibility in messiness.
  3. Finding your own balance between tidiness and messiness is important for mental well-being and productivity.

Unmasking Depression: The Evolutionary Catalyst for Growth

Based Meditations • 39 implied HN points • 08 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Physical health Lifestyle Medicine Evolution
  1. Depression serves a vital evolutionary purpose towards individuation and growth, contrary to being seen as a mere problem to be fixed with medication.
  2. Depression is often associated with lifestyle issues such as high stress, lack of control, and poor habits, indicating a strong need for change in one's life.
  3. Nature sends signals through depressive states to prompt individuals to make lifestyle adjustments that prioritize survival and well-being, acknowledging depression as an evolved feature and not an error to be suppressed with drugs.

Welcome autumn

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Food Events Relationships Personal Growth Lifestyle
  1. The start of autumn brings cozy dinner parties, where friends come together to share good food and company. It's nice to reconnect and celebrate friendships with a special theme like 'build a burrito.'
  2. Giving a speech at dinner parties can feel awkward, but it helps to acknowledge others and share the moment. This makes everyone feel connected and appreciated.
  3. Staying focused on goals helps create direction in life. It’s important to work hard and stay honest, just like Benjamin Franklin advised, without getting too caught up in specific job titles.

Coincidence at Kremwerk

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 28 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Social life Relationships Community Self-reflection Lifestyle
  1. Daniel uses colorful wristbands to represent his principles, making it easier to focus on them. It's a creative way to visualize your goals and actions.
  2. Running into Amy unexpectedly helped give closure to unrequited feelings. Sometimes, meeting someone again can offer clarity and help us move on.
  3. Building community is about creating a chosen family. Friends can support us and help us grow, making our experiences richer and more fulfilling.

On "polyamory," "ethical non-monogamy," and all the other depressing ways to pretend you aren't just cheating

Unreported Truths • 67 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Relationships Gender Social Issues Lifestyle Society
  1. Polyamory trends are often dressed up in fancier names but fundamentally involve cheating
  2. Drug use, especially with substances like THC and psychedelics, can influence decision-making in polyamorous relationships
  3. Childless couples and shifting gender dynamics in earning power can play a role in the rise of polyamory

Purples

Nice Try • 199 implied HN points • 26 Feb 22
🎭️ Culture Art Literature Lifestyle Personal Humor
  1. Life is full of distractions, but they can be welcome ones. Whether it's cleaning or spending time with family, these activities help us cope.
  2. Ordering groceries online can lead to unexpected surprises, like receiving way too many cans of tuna. It's funny how mistakes can turn into unique challenges.
  3. Creative projects, like painting a room or using a synthesizer, can become overwhelming and messy. It's important to keep things simple and not lose track of what you intended to do.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 21

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Personal Development Lifestyle Motivation
  1. It's important to celebrate the small things in life. Little achievements can bring joy and boost your motivation.
  2. Celebrating habits can make you feel more successful. Every time you complete a small action, give yourself a little cheer!
  3. Find fun ways to celebrate your wins. You can do a happy dance, shout out joyfully, or imagine fireworks just for you.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 20

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Creative Arts Hobbies Lifestyle
  1. You don't need to be an expert to be creative. Just having fun with your interests is what matters most.
  2. Creative activities can reduce stress and improve your mood. Doing something like doodling or cooking can be really beneficial.
  3. It's important to enjoy the process of being creative. Try not to worry about the end result; just focus on having a good time.

Thank you, Colorado

Tech Ramblings • 59 implied HN points • 14 May 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Personal Growth Places Relationships Community
  1. The author left California because they felt unsafe and unhappy there. They witnessed many troubling events that made them realize it was time to move.
  2. They chose to move to Colorado and found everything they needed there, like friends and inspiration for their projects. It was a positive change in their life.
  3. Now they're ready to move to New York and start a new chapter but recognize that it won't be the same experience as Colorado. They hope Colorado stays special and doesn't become like California.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 17

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Happiness Mindfulness Lifestyle
  1. Smiling can help boost your mood and happiness, even if you have to fake it sometimes. It’s a simple way to feel a bit better.
  2. Taking a moment to smile, whether you have a reason or not, can be a fun self-care activity. It's okay if you don’t feel like smiling; you can choose another self-care idea instead.
  3. There’s some debate about whether fake smiles really improve your mood, but trying to smile can still be a good step towards feeling better.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day 11

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Reading Personal Growth Lifestyle
  1. Reading is a great way to relax and can take you to new worlds or teach you new things. Whether it's a book or an article, reading can feel like a mini-vacation for your mind.
  2. Spending just five minutes reading something you enjoy can boost your mood and stimulate your brain. It's a simple self-care practice anyone can do.
  3. Everyone has different reading preferences, so it's fun to explore different genres. Whether you like fiction, non-fiction, or poetry, there's a whole world of stories waiting for you.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day Eight

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Exercise Lifestyle Personal Development
  1. Singing in the shower can be a fun and stress-relieving activity. It allows you to let loose and enjoy your favorite songs without worrying about who's listening.
  2. Singing has several health benefits, like lowering stress and improving your mood. It might even help with lung health!
  3. The challenge encourages everyone to pick a favorite song and sing out loud. It's a great way to boost your spirits and make self-care enjoyable.

A Full Life

We're Gonna Get Those Bastards • 9 implied HN points • 14 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Lifestyle Personal Growth Mindfulness Social Connections
  1. Being busy in a meaningful way is good for happiness. It's important to have a lot to do that engages your mind and body.
  2. Living a full life means challenging yourself and setting goals, both physically and mentally. It's about pushing yourself to grow and improve.
  3. Building strong relationships and giving your time to others is crucial. The quality of your life is often measured by how much you connect with and support those around you.

Bite-Sized Self-Care Challenge Day One

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Mindfulness Lifestyle
  1. The self-care challenge encourages taking a few minutes each day for self-care activities. It's about finding what works best for you.
  2. Day one focuses on breathing, which is an important but often overlooked aspect of well-being. Taking time to breathe properly can improve your health.
  3. You can try different breathing techniques like box breathing or 4-7-8 breathing. These exercises help you relax and center yourself.

New Year's Challenge: 30 Days of Bite-Sized Self-Care

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 27 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-care Mental health Lifestyle Personal Growth Mindfulness
  1. A 30-day self-care challenge starts on January 1, 2024, with small tips that take 5 minutes or less. It's an easy way to make self-care a daily habit.
  2. The goal is to encourage people to focus on things they enjoy rather than what they feel they should do. Enjoying life more can help reduce burnout.
  3. Besides self-care tips, other content like Quality Engineering Basics will continue in February. This shows that even while focusing on self-care, other interests can still be pursued.

Another day in paradise

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 16 Nov 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Art Food Personal Growth Social Commentary
  1. The creative process has two phases: gathering ideas freely and then adding structure to them. It's important to let each phase finish naturally.
  2. Setbacks in habits can be framed positively, like a market 'correction'. This can help you stay mindful and improve your habits.
  3. Experiences can vary wildly, like the contrast between a fancy club dinner and a social dance. These moments show the diverse experiences life offers.

Dovran

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 09 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Immigration Identity Lifestyle Food Community
  1. Dovran grew up in a rural area of Turkmenistan where his family lived off the land, drinking water from a well and raising various animals for food.
  2. Despite his simple and rural upbringing, Dovran dreams of living in the US and his family is moving there after winning the green card lottery.
  3. Dovran's journey to the US includes attending a community college and eventually transferring to Brandeis, where he found a job at Amazon and supports his family.

Bumps Week

The Heart Attack Diet • 19 implied HN points • 29 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness Lifestyle Nutrition Mental health Weight Loss
  1. The author reminisces about a rowing event called Bumps Week, known for its chaotic and dangerous nature, where rowing boats race each other closely along a narrow river.
  2. Despite heavy drinking and indulging in unhealthy foods during Bumps Week, the author notices a surprising downward trend in body weight, leading to concerns about possible underlying health issues.
  3. The author reflects on the importance of taking care of health, considering the impact of alcohol consumption and the need to address potential weight loss with medical advice.

Scuba-Diving Junkies

The Gilded Page • 19 implied HN points • 18 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Travel Humor Community Lifestyle Art
  1. Adjusting to life in a new country can be challenging due to cultural differences and unfamiliarities.
  2. Finding local connections and resources, like a popular pub, can help immensely with integration.
  3. Creative solutions and local practices, like free furniture pickups or unique employment ideas, can make living abroad more manageable and interesting.

Apples and asian oil

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Art Dance Healing Community
  1. Dancing with unique people can be a joyful experience, especially those who are free-spirited and unapologetic in their movements.
  2. Exploring different healing practices can lead to surprising feelings, like the unique sensation after a mouth and nasal massage.
  3. Taking small, unexpected moments in life, like finding free apples, can add a bit of fun and surprise to your day.

Sunflowers and a 50k

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 17 Sep 23
🎾 Sports Running Fitness Events Health Lifestyle
  1. Kendrick switched careers from chemistry to coding, hoping for more fulfillment but ended up needing a hobby. It's funny how changing jobs doesn't always lead to happiness.
  2. Daniel, the intern, surprised everyone by creating an important service during his short internship. His positive attitude and eagerness to learn made a big difference.
  3. Running the 50k race was a great experience with good weather and supportive people. It showed how much motivation can come from having a cheering crowd.

Tailored Triumph: Crafting Your Personalized Hemorrhoid Management Plan( Part 4/4)

Gutsphere - Your Ultimate Guide to Optimal Gut Health • 19 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Management Prevention Lifestyle Monitoring
  1. Living with hemorrhoids can be frustrating and recurrent, but it's important to understand the challenges and reasons behind it.
  2. Creating a personalized hemorrhoid management plan involves identifying triggers, designing lifestyle changes, and monitoring progress.
  3. Recalibrating our approach based on data, seeking expert advice, and gamifying stool monitoring can help in effective hemorrhoid management.

College student for a day

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Social Interaction Self-reflection Education Lifestyle Identity
  1. Pretending to be a college student brought back old insecurities, like feeling scared to look others in the eye. It reminded me of how we often carry fears from our past.
  2. Building connections through simple conversations is a valuable skill. It can be harder to have an easy chat than to express excitement.
  3. Looking people in the eye can create a deeper connection. It's a way of showing you care and want to understand them better.

Sunday

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 21 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Social Adventure Health Food
  1. Wildfire smoke made it hard to enjoy the sunny day in Seattle. The air quality was poor, so a different activity was chosen instead.
  2. A visit to a climbing gym led to a fun climbing session with a friendly woman. They connected well and exchanged phone numbers after a good time together.
  3. A delicious home-cooked dinner was prepared using fresh garden ingredients. Cooking was a nice change after a busy summer without it.

My beef with the über-productivity culture

Midnight Musings • 99 implied HN points • 28 Feb 22
🎭️ Culture Productivity Lifestyle Mental health Self-help Reflection
  1. The push for constant productivity can make us forget to ask why we're doing what we do. Understanding our true motivations is key to finding fulfillment.
  2. We often desire things because we see others wanting them, not because we truly want them ourselves. It's important to identify if our goals are genuinely ours or influenced by others.
  3. Instead of letting fear drive our actions, we should focus on loving the process and the work we do. This change in mindset can help create lasting motivation and happiness.

Little pleasures in my life ✨

Tranquil Thoughts • 19 implied HN points • 31 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Lifestyle Mindfulness Personal Growth Social Interaction Leisure activities
  1. Noticing small things in life can bring joy. It’s important to appreciate things like accents, the comfort of pajamas, and the warmth of jeans on a sunny day.
  2. Learning can happen everywhere. Using audiobooks makes it easy to absorb new information quickly and enjoyably.
  3. Moments with loved ones matter. Whether it's a partner’s calm presence or family support, these connections bring happiness and comfort.