Let’s face it, daily life can be beyond stressful. And between a demanding job and even more demanding home life, it becomes next to impossible to squeeze a bit of serenity into our everyday rounds. But what if being idle were just as productive — and necessary — as being super busy?
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10 Things Mark Twain Didn’t Really Say
The man who provided us with some of the best quips ever is also one of the most misquoted people of all time.

On this day in American Masters history: Lucille Ball and Desi Arnez Married (1940).
Browse the full timeline of Lucille’s career here.
These 10 Stories Prove That There’s So Much Good In The World.. And That’s What We’re Thankful For This Year
On Thanksgiving, in between thoughts of food and travel, we’d like to take a moment to show our gratitude for the blessings in our lives. We at HuffPost Good News are thankful for our families, our friends, our health and happiness.
20 Things You Didn’t Know About Charles Schulz
Today is the birthday of American cartoonist Charles Monroe Schulz, that beloved “Peanuts” creator who would turn 91 years old if he were still alive today. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Schulz is remembered most fondly for the wholesome characters he created throughout his 50-year-long illustration career.
What I Really Want for Christmas
Each year, around this time, friends and business partners start sending presents to my office. The reception desk gets covered with tins of candy, boxes of cookies, sometimes a few bottles of wine. But I can’t help thinking that the money spent on these gifts could go to people who need it more than I do.
Life Lessons for My Younger Self
I remember my parents trying to impart wisdom upon my younger self – and my busy little brain was saying something like: “Yeah, yeah, sure, whatever.”When I started RedBalloon, I would start thinking about Christmas in late July. What I have learned is there will be another Christmas. Do the best with what you have, and enjoy the journey.
Marine Gives His Family The Best Thanksgiving Surprise
A family attending Sunday’s Detroit Lions game got a surprise that will make this Thanksgiving one to remember.
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Art has this surprisingly obvious impact on intelligence
There’s something about art that entices the brain, even for those who don’t consider themselves to be fans of art.
For example, if you go to a museum, you’re bound to find yourself looking at a work of art and immediately asking questions about it. What does it imply? How was it created?…
“Mandela’s Way”: A Leader’s Genius Distilled Into Perfect Lessons
This post is part of a series in which Influencers describe the books that changed them. Follow the channel to see the full list.Many books have changed me, but the one that stands out is “Mandela’s
“Mandela’s Way”: A Leader’s Genius Distilled Into Perfect Lessons
