Every generation passes down its own way of doing things—rituals, habits, and “unwritten rules” that feel like common sense to those who grew up with them. Boomers, like my own generation, came of age in a time when certain social norms and traditions were simply how things were done. Some of them still hold up … Continue reading "10 boomer traditions that don’t translate very well to modern times"| Global English Editing
My friend Sarah retired last year at sixty-two. At her farewell party, surrounded by colleagues praising her thirty-year career, she pulled me aside and said something I haven’t forgotten: “I spent three decades becoming someone I don’t even like.” She had the retirement account, the accolades, the gold watch. What she didn’t have was a … Continue reading "People who retire without any regrets stopped doing these 7 unexpected things early"| Global English Editing
Are you familiar with that overwhelming sense of exhaustion that hits you hard, not after a grueling workout, but after a social event? Or how you feel completely drained after an entire day of small talk? You’re not alone. Psychology has some interesting insights. Turns out, if you find certain social situations or interactions utterly … Continue reading "If you find these 7 things exhausting, psychology says you’re almost definitely an introvert"| Global English Editing
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I don’t know about you, but I’ve found myself in this situation more times than I can count. I craft a thoughtful message, hit send, and then…panic. Suddenly, I’m riddled with self-doubt and hastily delete the message, hoping no one saw it. Sound familiar? Well, you’re not alone. In fact, there’s a whole psychological study … Continue reading "People who delete messages due to sudden self-doubt usually display these 7 behaviors, says psychology"| Global English Editing