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How to Adult

How to Adult

“How to adult” doesn’t exist as a school subject, yet people suddenly face expectations to know everything from managing money to keeping relationships strong. Life doesn’t come with an adulting manual. You just wake up one day and need to understand investments and figure out how to feed yourself three times daily. Being an adult means taking care of yourself, but your responsibilities go way beyond this simple definition. Learning to be an adult covers several key areas. Adults need a place to live, a way to get around, money coming in, a bank account, different insurance types, and ways…

Types of Listening

Types of Listening

Listening stands out as a crucial interpersonal skill, though we rarely notice the different ways we listen throughout our day. Research shows that 92% of talent professionals believe soft skills are just as valuable as technical skills at work. This wisdom isn’t new – back in 325 BC, Aristotle noticed his audience’s different listening patterns. Strong relationships at work and home depend on good listening skills. Teams that listen well to each other excel at collaboration, which ranks as the third most important soft skill companies need today. Most people learned passive listening as children and stick to it without…

Alienation of Affection NC

Alienation of Affection NC

North Carolina still enforces alienation of affection laws in 2025. Only six states in the country maintain this rare legal provision. The law gives spouses the right to sue anyone who they believe destroyed their marriage. These cases can lead to serious collateral damage for everyone involved. You might call it the “homewrecker law,” but this seemingly outdated concept sees roughly 200 lawsuits filed yearly in North Carolina. Plaintiffs must prove three key elements to win their case in court. Anyone who wants to pursue this legal action should know about the three-year statute of limitations in North Carolina. The…

Inordinate Affection

Inordinate Affection

The heart and mind can sometimes fall prey to an unhealthy, obsessive attachment. This overwhelming feeling shows up disguised as love but slowly eats away at our core. People caught in this excessive desire often sacrifice their true identity just to feel wanted by someone or something. Most casual conversations skip over inordinate affection, yet this “over the top” love can take precedence over our relationship with God. The Bible speaks clearly about this risk in Colossians 3:5: “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry”. Our…

How Do Bearded Dragons Show Affection

How Do Bearded Dragons Show Affection

Bearded dragons express affection quite differently from dogs or cats. These fascinating reptiles might not feel love the way humans do, but they show clear signs of recognition and attachment through their behavior. Many owners notice their bearded dragons eagerly running to greet them as they enter the room, suggesting a strong bond that grows over time. These reptiles have an impressive sense of smell that lets them connect their owner’s scent with good experiences. Their way of showing affection might not include typical cuddling, but they communicate through distinct body language. A bearded dragon closes its eyes during gentle…