Stagnant water is never healthy. When there is no movement or change, there is no longer a healthy balance. Bad bacteria take over, and without the introduction of new players in a small ecosystem, nothing thrives. That biological principle applies to our social and psychological health, too. We are meant to be continuously learning, exploring, and interacting. With such a … [Read more...] about Smashing the Doldrums – Why Staying Curious Is Key
6 Gross Things That Are in Your Carpet Right Now
Lying on the floor of your toddler's bedroom and reading nursery rhymes to her before bed is a sweet way to end the day. At least it would be until you realize that you are lying in a pool of pet dander, germs, bug feces, and so many other nasty things that you cannot even believe you own a carpet. Your carpet, no matter how clean you think it is, is downright nasty. Consider … [Read more...] about 6 Gross Things That Are in Your Carpet Right Now
Why Businesses Are Suffering From the Boomer Retirement
As millions of workers in the Baby Boomer generation prepare to retire, many businesses are feeling the effects in a negative way. Unlike today's younger generations who are more comfortable switching from job to job, the Baby Boomers were brought up with the idea that the American dream included a steady job with one company for multiple decades (if not their entire … [Read more...] about Why Businesses Are Suffering From the Boomer Retirement
First steps to saving for retirement
Don't waste your time trying to win the lottery, or looking for get-rich-quick schemes because the best way to become, and to retire rich, is to plan and work for it. In fact, that is the safest, and the most practical way to get millions in your bank account. Unfortunately, many do not know how to plan their finances properly. So they end up working their whole lives, and … [Read more...] about First steps to saving for retirement
How to protect your retirement fund from inflation
Ideally, you're setting aside a part of your income for retirement. But is that money enough? Not many people factor in inflation—your money isn't going to be worth as much 10 or 20 years down the road. And what if you live a particularly long life? That's a good problem to have, but nobody wants to be 90 years old AND broke. Here are some ways to build a retirement fund that … [Read more...] about How to protect your retirement fund from inflation