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Contrary to popular belief, the people who become truly famous, stay famous for decades.
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Some argue that happiness is not having what you want, but wanting what you have.
When faced with a difficult decision, we try to come up with the best choice by carefully considering all of the options, maybe even resorting to lists and lots of sleepless nights.
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It seems really simple: If you want to achieve something, set a goal and then make specific plans to implement it.
We all know that getting a good night's sleep is good for our general health and well-being. But new research is highlighting a more surprising benefit of good sleep: more feelings of gratitude for relationships.
Research led by a leading expert on the positive benefits of napping suggests that Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep enhances creative problem-solving.
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