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How Do We Contain Wildfires? The Fascinating (and Frightening) Facts

How many days can it take to control a large wildfire? (More than you think.) Who fights wildfires? (You may be surprised!) What tools and methods do firefighters use to control, extinguish, and prevent them?

A User's Guide to Getting Involved in Democracy—Petitions and Protests

How do you get involved in U.S. Democracy? Here's a crash course on next-level civic participation. Yep, we're talking about putting your money or your giant poster board sign where your mask-covered mouth is.

The Benefits of Applying Mindfulness to Exercise

There's no shortage of information on the positive effects of mindfulness on the brain. Here's how you can add mindful practices into your fitness routine for added benefits.

What We're Reading

Do I have what it takes? Will I ever find my place? Am I good enough?

In his profound and deeply personal new book, Rob Bell explores the endless dynamic questions and connections that have shaped his life—and can shape every one of us. Finding inspiration everywhere from his grandmother’s farm to discoveries in quantum physics to moments of crisis in his own life, EVERYTHING IS SPIRITUAL provides powerful insight into understanding your purpose, embracing where and who you come from, and discovering that there’s an invitation lurking there in the mess of life: an invitation from a universe rigged in favor of your growth, expansion, and joy.

How Being Less Defensive About Racism Will Help You Grow

Becoming an antiracist starts with an important first step—losing our defenses. Confronting the implicit biases we all have means getting uncomfortable ... and it's the only way to grow.

How to Defend Yourself Without Being Defensive

Being wrongly accused of something at work feels awful. Your instinct is to defend yourself, but you don't want to be perceived as defensive. Follow this simple road map for mounting a mature, professional, and effective defense.

5 Options for Your Retirement Account When Leaving a Job

Not sure what to do with a retirement account from an old employer? Laura covers five options for managing your retirement funds when your job ends. Handling your nest egg the right way is critical for preserving what you've worked so hard to save.

Hungry or Not: What Three Levers Control Your Appetite?

Researchers have identified three distinct neural pathways that control our desire to eat. Two rely on our desire to avoid discomfort. The third is all about pleasure. Understanding these three neurological triggers may help tame an out of control appetite.

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