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13 Ridiculous Things “Real Men” Can’t Do According to the Patriarchy

Toxic masculinity hurts everyone. The idea that certain things are “unmanly,” so men must avoid them, permeates our culture. Here are some of the most … Read more

11 Expensive Items that are Actually Worth Every Penny

Many people stress over spending money on non-essential items. Why buy something when you can get a cheaper alternative and save the extra cash? Cheap … Read more

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Nightmare on Wall Street: 17 Chilling Signs of a Toxic Workplace

After months of searching, you finally landed a new job. Congratulations! But beware – all might not be what it seems. As you start your … Read more

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Turning 30: 9 Thoughts about Reaching the Pinnacle of Adulthood

If your twenties are for exploring life and finding yourself, turning thirty is when true adulthood sets in. It’s time to settle into life and … Read more

10 Works of Art So Powerful We Can’t Help but Weep

Art serves many purposes. It makes a statement, showcases the world’s beauty, represents an artist’s vision, and elicits powerful emotions in a viewer. Though the … Read more

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America’s Real Welfare Problem Exposed and It’s Not What You Think

We have a welfare problem in the US. But it’s not what you think. The problem isn’t lazy slackers staying home suckling at the government … Read more

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10 “Expert” Productivity Hacks that Do More Harm than Good

Productivity is the holy grail of achievement. Social media abounds with so-called productivity experts waxing poetic about everything you must do to maximize productivity. You … Read more

MRA’s Glaring Problems: How To Shift Attitudes About Men’s Justified Complaints

Women collectively cringe when someone brings up the Men’s Rights Movement. It’s become a farce of a movement, subject to ridicule and disgust from outside … Read more

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I Don’t Want Kids. Will I Regret Not Having Children Later in Life?

Parenthood is an enormous undertaking. You’re creating a whole new human, responsible for guiding them into adulthood and making them respectable members of society. In … Read more

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14 Telltale Signs a Relationship is Doomed

You may think you hide the toxicity, but those around you can tell. Here are the telltale signs everyone notices that tell us a relationship … Read more