Newsletter 5/22/18: Why Keeping Secrets Can Hurt Your Health

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Life Hack Of The Day: Cake-Cutting Edition

The trick to cutting a cake easily? Use unscented dental floss to slice it into perfect pieces.

Up Your Health Game

No More Secrets

Harboring some deep, dark secrets? Research says they could be hurting your health. That’s because reminiscing about the not-so-great moments of our pasts can decrease our overall sense of well-being. Finding a way to come to terms with whatever happened can make you feel better and improve your health in the long run. [Swirled]

Those Spidey Senses Are Tingling!

If you’ve ever felt like you might be psychic, science says you basically are. Several studies show that humans have the ability to anticipate events in the near future even when they have no advanced knowledge of what’s about to happen — especially when it comes to the weather. [Swirled]

Ohmmm

Mindfulness is a big buzzword at the moment, but the truth is that many of us struggle to find our inner zen. Enter the mini meditation from Headspace, a two-minute walking exercise that can help you feel at ease with the hustle and bustle of daily life. Time to get your “Ohmmm” on! [Well+Good]

Live Like A Boss

Bills, Bills, Bills

Paying bills is the worst, but a few easy hacks can help you save some serious cash. Opt for automatic payments to save on monthly fees, transfer your balances to a lower-interest credit card and check your cell phone bill carefully to make sure you’re not getting hit with hidden charges. [Swirled]

Drowning In Debt

Student debt is at an all-time high, according to Bloomberg. Recent reports suggest that student debt has grown five times faster than salaries in just the last decade, with most millennials putting around 15 percent of their income toward paying off their debt each year. Talk about some sobering news! [Twitter]

No Regrets

The biggest money regrets most Americans share? Not saving enough for retirement and not having an emergency fund. If this sounds like you, don’t worry. Automating your savings and setting up a 401k through your company can help you ditch those financial woes for good. [Moneyish]

Savor Each Bite

Bone Broth Is FIRE

You probably already know that bone broth is great for your health, but did you know that butternut squash soup made with bone broth can seriously elevate your cooking and help you make amazing dishes like savory bread pudding and pasta sauce? Once you get hooked, there’s no going back. [Swirled]

Pitcher Perfect

There’s no beer like craft beer, and these summer-friendly options are about to rock your world. Flavored with sea salt and lots of refreshing citrus, Sixpoint Jammer is a perfect beach pick while the peppery taste of Victory Helios Ale makes it a great addition to any cookout. [Swirled]

Recipe Of The Day

Get ready to spice up your life! Combining coconut milk with yogurt and red lentils, this vegetarian curry with spinach is where it’s at. [Naturally Ella]

Pack Your Bags

Bear With Us

Calling all Panda fans! The Wolong Nature Reserve in Chengdu, China is your dream come true. Featuring centers for breeding and reintroducing pandas into the wild, the reserve is the perfect spot to get up close and personal with your fave cuddly creatures. Oh, and did we mention panda hugs are included? [Swirled]

Float On By

We’re all about great markets when traveling. and floating markets are in a league of their own. Featuring some of the best foods and souvenirs around, Xochimilco in Mexico City and Dal Lake in Srinagar, India can take your international vacation to the next level. [Swirled]

Let’s Get Wild

Sustainability is the name of our travel game, and a few key destinations can help you connect with wild animals without compromising their natural habitats. For a chance to swim with wild pigs, head to Exumas in The Bahamas, and if you want to make some elephant friends, you need to check out Chiang Mai in Thailand. [Thrillist]

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