1/8/26 - Resolutions by Sexes, Houseplants, and Laundry
- bribriny
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Thursday 1/8/26
Celebrate:
Argyle Day
Bubble Bath Day
Earth's Rotation Day
Healthy Weight, Healthy Look Day
National Career Coach Day
National English Toffee Day
National JoyGerm Day - "infect" others with happiness, kindness, and smiles rather than actual viruses.
National Man Watcher's Day
National Winter Skin Relief Day
Show and Tell Day at Work Day
War on Poverty Day
World Typing Day
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National Snuggle a Chicken Day. Yes, this is a real thing, and it's trending for those who’ve joined the "backyard coop" movement that exploded last year. Today encourages owners to bond with their feathered friends, though most experts suggest a gentle pat rather than a full-on hug. If you don't have a chicken, a stuffed animal or even a very confused cat will suffice for the "snuggle" quota!
(Or, head to the freezer and hug some parts.)
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Male and Female Resolutions
Overall, the answers are similar between men and women, but women emphasized happiness, eating healthy, losing weight, and paying down debt more than men did.
Also from the report
The splits by age group suggest fewer resolutions as we get older. While 66% of 18- to 29-year-olds set a resolution, only 28% of those 65 and older set one. Is the older age group recognizing futility or did they already achieve their goals?
For Women
1. Being Happy
2. Exercise More
3. Eat Healthier
4. Save More Money
5. Lose Weight
6. Improve Physical Health
7. Pray More
8. Read More
9. Spend More Time with Family
10. Pay Down Debts
For Men
1. Exercise More
2. Improve Physical Health
3. Save Money
4. Being Happy
5. Eat Healthier
6. Learn Something New
7. Improve Mental Health
8. Spend More Time with Family
9. Lose Weight
10. Pray More.
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Pregnant women who eat diets rich in fatty foods like bacon risk predisposing their child to obesity, experts have warned.
But wait -
German researchers have suggested that the smell of such fatty foods increases the risk of babies developing the condition later in life. (what kind of nonsense is this?)
Scientists could not say exactly why this was the case.
But they suggested that exposure to artificial flavours early in life may create a 'mismatched association' between food's sensory signals and expected calorie content which may affect children when they get older.
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Houseplants have long been celebrated for their wide-ranging health perks, from lifting mood and easing fatigue to boosting pain tolerance and even helping the body recover faster.
But a new study from Stanford University suggests that too much greenery can backfire, turning what should be a calming oasis into a source of stress.
Surveys suggest that two-thirds of American households now sport at least one indoor plant, and one in three people under 40 proudly call themselves a “plant parent.”
The study found that the sweet spot for indoor greenery was about 20%, which gave participants the biggest boost in perceived restoration and sense of belonging.
In practical terms, that’s like glancing around a room and spotting plants about one-fifth of the time, in a 13-square-meter space, that translated to 17 plants plus a window view of tree canopies.
(in a room..how many people have 17 plants????? Seriously??)
They are helpful, for instance, In offices, studies have found that indoor plants can boost productivity by up to 15%, along with reducing stress, tension and feelings of depression.
If you want to read more on this, check out the full article from the NY Post.
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It’s official: Sophie Turner is our new Tomb Raider for the upcoming Amazon TV series. The Game of Thrones star beat out several big names for the role of Lara Croft, and fans are already praising the casting. Expect to see her training videos hitting social media any day now as she preps for the action-heavy role
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Laundry, you love it or hate it, but you can add things to your laundry for different effects.
White Vinegar for soft, fresh fabric. Add about a half a cup to the rinse cycle or in the fabric softener compartment.
Baking Soda for a Clean, Neutral Freshness - a half up helps balance odors and lets your detergent do it's job better. Especially helpful for towels and gym clothes!
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Today’s Useless Fact of the Day for Bubble Bath Day -
Bubble baths, as we know them, didn't become common until the 1960s. Before then, most bath additives were bath salts or oils; it took the invention of synthetic surfactants to create bubbles that wouldn't immediately collapse in hard water.
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