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The Surprising Instance Where Cash Isn’t King
Two men went fishing at a nearby pond. They brought poles, bait, and supplies to cook their catch over a fire. The first fisherman quickly caught a big, beautiful fish, but the second man went hours without a single bite. Finally, his bobber disappeared. He reeled in a huge fish…only to immediately throw it back.…
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3 Gifts Your Family Will Always Treasure
Michael Johnson had a unique obsession: car keys and key fobs. His passion ran deep and so did his collection. After he passed away, Michael’s parents planned to keep the treasures that brought him so much joy. Then three years – to the day! – after his death, his mom saw a Facebook post from…
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A Lesson Learned Should be a Lesson Shared
When Kyle Martin learned he was in the running for valedictorian of his graduating class, he decided to go for it. “It felt so good when I heard my name announced for this title. So good—for about 15 seconds,” he said in his graduation speech. “But there must come a 16th second. And in that…
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Is it Time to Expand Your Family Circle?
Children were always important to Alan Naiman. A banker turned social worker, he worked with families in crisis, served as a foster parent, and was the main caregiver for his developmentally disabled brother. When Alan died in 2018, he left $11 million to charities he connected with in those roles, including those that directly meet…
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5 Reasons You Shouldn’t Create a Will (and 3 Reasons You Should)
So, you don’t have an up-to-date will. It’s no big deal—you’re simply one of the 70% of people who don’t have one. And a majority that large can’t be wrong…right? If you want to ignore the voice in your head—or that well-meaning loved one—urging you to get your will in order, here are 5 (somewhat…
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5 Steps for Living Lighter
Did you know American homes contain an average of 300,000 items? No wonder the market size of the home organizing industry is approximately $12 billion! But it’s not just physical stuff that fills our lives—our email inboxes receive about 121 messages per day and our calendars reveal our tendency toward overcommitment. When our stuff and…
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Tensions Rising? How Giving Thanks Brings Peace
A “thank you” a day keeps the doctor away? Science tells us it’s possible. According to a number of studies conducted in recent years, the practice of gratitude has a positive effect on our mental and physical wellbeing, including better sleep, mood, and immunity, as well as decreased depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and blood pressure.…
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Is Giving on Your Bucket List?
Jack Reynolds started his bucket list late in life, attacking it with gusto and Guinness World Records. He became the oldest man to get his first tattoo (his name and birthdate) at age 104. Then, at 105, the oldest to ride a roller coaster; at 106, the oldest to ride a zip line; and at…
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5 Questions to Ask Before Making Your Will
Is making or updating your will toward the end of your to-do list? You’re not alone. According to Caring.com’s 2024 Wills and Estate Planning Survey, only 32% of Americans have a will in place. Creating a will, however, is one of the most important things you can do to care for your family. It ensures…
