Living for today - Planning for Tomorrow
Many media outlets are talking about the rise of AI anxiety. People are nervous about the widespread adoption of AI, and they have some valid concerns. Although AI could lead to medical advancements and productivity improvements, it’s possible this new technology could be misused or have unintended consequences. Here are 12 potentially scary dangers of artificial intelligence that could have a negative impact on society.
According to The Hill, social media influencers have claimed that the economy in 2023 was worse than the cost of living in 1930. Clearly, they don’t know enough about the Great Depression and the struggles American families faced! The 1929 stock market crash and the bank panic that began in the fall of 1930 both helped kick off the Great Depression. Due to the market
According to the BBC, a 2022 survey showed that more Gen Z employees were burned out than other generations. How is Gen Z already tired of working at this early stage of their careers? Factors like the pandemic, inflation, and pressure to perform are taking a toll on their mental health. Here are 10 reasons why Gen Z burnout is on the rise, causing young
Being “woke” or socially aware is more than a label. It involves genuine understanding, empathy, and action towards resolving societal issues. A true social justice advocate does more than just post on social media. They attend protests, educate themselves on injustices, and use their privilege to help uplift the voices of the marginalized. If you’re wondering whether you’re truly an activist or faking woke, here
Many people require some form of long-term care during their golden years. Due to factors like surging demand and worker shortages, long-term care costs are ballooning and becoming harder for seniors to afford. CBS News reports that post-pandemic, long-term care costs have increased by an average of 10% to 20% per year. Here are 9 reasons why both nursing and in-home care have become so
The 1970s was a rough decade for Americans financially. Families had to contend with two recessions, multiple oil crises, and widespread inflation. Unfortunately, households didn’t get any reprieve at the end of the decade. The cost of living in 1978 shot up yet again due to the second oil shock of the 70s. To understand this financially challenging time, let’s take a closer look at
Weaponized incompetence is a form of avoidance that causes people to shirk responsibilities, mainly in romantic relationships. For example, a partner who’s afraid of shrinking your favorite shirt may say they don’t know how to do laundry to get out of the task. Although many women complain that their partners display weaponized incompetence, anyone can unconsciously or even deliberately engage in this type of behavior.
According to CNBC, only about 20% of workers understand how their employer calculates and sets their pay. There are many factors that help determine the size of your salary, including your education level and geographic location. To help demystify salary and compensation, here are 10 things your paycheck reveals about your career progression and strengths as an employee. 1. Your Education Level Education and specialized
Teachers have taken to TikTok to discuss an alarming trend: Gen Alpha is reportedly struggling to read. Many students are behind academically and aren’t reading or performing at grade level. According to NPR, both reading and math scores among 13-year-olds have dropped to their lowest levels in decades. Although it’s easy to see that there’s a problem, pinpointing why Gen Alpha is falling behind is
The cost of living in 1973 was greatly affected by the oil crisis. That year the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries implemented an oil embargo against the United States. This caused the price of gas to skyrocket and rocked the economy, helping kick off a recession. The 1973 oil crisis wasn’t even the only oil shock of the decade. Americans had to contend with
