What’s Your Favorite Thing About Yourself?

What’s your favorite thing about yourself? Take a look in the mirror! Sometimes I look and I don’t like what I see because I’m having a bad hair day! At other times, I’m impressed with how I’ve been keeping myself. Do you sometimes this way too?

Perhaps you should pause and take a moment to celebrate yourself, unapologetically. Because there is something—many things, actually—that make you special, strong, and wonderfully you.

Maybe it’s your body shape—exactly as it is right now. Not the version you had five years ago or the one someone else told you to chase. Your body holds stories, and every curve, every line, every scar is part of that story.

Maybe you’re proud of a hidden talent. You can curl your tongue, balance on one leg like a flamingo, or touch your toes without bending your knees. You’re flexible in ways that surprise people—or maybe just yourself. That’s joy. That’s skill. That’s yours.

And let’s not forget the quiet triumphs, the kind that don’t show up in headlines or social media posts. You recovered from that awful cold. You got through that migraine. You made it out of bed on a day when it felt impossible. You did that.

You and your body—you’re a team. So thank your arms for holding the people you love. Thank your hands for every meal you’ve prepared, every word you’ve written, every button you’ve fastened. Thank your lungs for the breath you just took. Thank your feet for carrying you to where you need to go—even when it’s uphill, even when you’re tired. Especially then.

You are not a before-and-after. You are a masterpiece in motion. And you, exactly as you are right now, are worth celebrating. That’s got to be your favorite thing about yourself. 

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4 Types of Companies for Remote Work

Updated from 2023

Remote work has been around for as long as we’ve had the technology, but 2020 made work from home (WFH) a household word. Now, many startup companies offer remote work as a way to cut operating costs. Without a physical office, expenses are reduced. Remote work also offers many other advantages to certain types of companies. Let’s take a closer look at four types of companies that offer remote work.

1 Technology Companies

Technology companies (tech) are great for remote work because they tend to have the latest technology. Tech companies include software development companies, IT companies, companies that sell electronics, artificial intelligence or computers, and website development companies. These companies have the ability for their employees to communicate through virtual meetings and communications applications such as Slack. 

During the pandemic, tech workers were more easily able to transition to performing work tasks from home, since the majority (if not all) of their tasks were completed using technology. 

2 Customer Service Companies

Customer service companies that offer services via online platforms, such as chatbots, are suitable for remote work. Customer service workers must be familiar with technology and have internet access to perform their tasks. Many businesses that hire customer service workers have customers from multiple time zones. To provide 24/7 service to these customers, they hire employees from different time zones to cover a wide range of work shifts. Similar to tech companies, customer service employees can communicate with supervisors or coworkers with communications software.

3 Education Companies

Education companies and companies that provide online education are perfect for remote work. These companies provide e-learning platforms for companies and educators. The course content is designed electronically, and IT programming is also handled online. Educators who use these platforms to design courses or offer tutoring work remotely to provide the content. The education is available at any time to anyone anywhere in the world with internet access. This form of education is especially handy for people who work during the day and take courses to upskill at night.

4 Creative Agencies

Creative agencies offer remote work for those interested in graphic design, advertising, marketing, and content creation. Work is completed through online collaboration and communication tools. Some agencies hire employees from the same city, while others hire freelancers from other cities in the same country or around the world.

Key Takeaways

Work from home has become possible because of the collaborative platforms and communication applications that we now have available to us. Many startups start as remote work companies, saving on the costs of having a physical office. In particular, companies that work with technology, customer service, and education, as well as creative agencies are well suited for remote work.

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What’s the Oldest Thing You Own That You Still Use Daily?

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Today, I stopped to think about the oldest item in my home that I still use every single day. Not something tucked away in a closet or a “just in case” backup item (because I have lots of those), but something that earns its keep year after year, decade after decade.

For many of us, these items remind us that things used to be built to last. Whether it’s a heavy-duty appliance from the 1970s or a wool coat that’s seen more winters than a snowplow, there’s something deeply satisfying about using something that’s stood the test of time.

Museum Pieces in the Kitchen

Take appliances, for example. My parents’ old avocado-green refrigerator—made sometime in the early 1980s—wasn’t fancy. It didn’t have touchscreen controls or 20 preset modes. But it worked. Every. Single. Day. The motor hummed like it was brand new, and the design was simple enough that if anything ever did go wrong, it was actually repairable.

Contrast that with the experience of a friend who bought a brand-new fridge when she moved into her new place. It gave out barely a year later. One year! She spent another few thousand after just purchasing a new home that was supposed to have a new fridge.

Wear and Wear Again

Then there’s clothing. I have a wool coat I bought over ten years ago. Still warm, still stylish enough to pass for modern, and not a single tear or fray. The trick, of course, is consistency—your body can’t change too much. But as long as it fits, it’s good to go. That coat doesn’t just keep me warm; it has nostalgic value.

Some of the clothes you buy today—fast fashion—are cheap but don’t last. Thin fabric, shoddy stitching, and trends that barely survive a single season. It’s fast fashion in every sense—fast to buy, fast to wear out, fast to forget.

Technology’s Expiration Date

Of course, some things are just doomed to become outdated no matter how high their quality is. Tech, for one. Your smartphone may be only a few years old, but eventually, apps stop updating, batteries weaken, and it’s time to buy a new one. Same goes for laptops, TVs, and other gadgets. 

We’ve come to accept that as normal, but maybe we shouldn’t. Perhaps we should explore the possibility of developing products with durability in mind, rather than just focusing on profit margins. I’d rather buy once in a decade than renew and update every two years.

The Value of Things That Last

There’s something irreplaceable in an item that’s lasted decades. It’s proof that craftsmanship matters. That longevity is possible. That not everything needs to be disposable. I mean, I don’t have sentimental value attached to every appliance that I buy. But it’s nice to have something around for a while.

So—what’s the oldest thing you still use daily? A coffee maker from the 70s? A cast iron pan passed down from a grandparent?  

Whatever it is, give it a thanks of appreciation next time you use it. Things like that are getting harder to come by.

Do you remember growing old?

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It just hits you very suddenly. That moment came for me in the most unexpected way: someone casually asked, “How old is your parent?” And then I did the math, because if my parent is X years old, that makes me Y years old. Scary thought. I’m not a kid anymore. I mean, I’m someone’s kid, but I’m not “a” kid. I don’t even remember growing old.

I would say that was one of my favorite moments, when I felt like I was frozen in time. I was asked such a simple question, but it hit me with unexpected force. After I did the math and said the number out loud, I felt the weight of years not just on them, but on me too. In that moment, I realized how quickly time tiptoes past us while we’re busy studying, working, vacationing, and planning.

I saw my past stretched out behind me like a well-worn road: childhood memories, familiar faces, laughter around the Christmas tree, plates and plates of delicious food. And ahead of me, the future was a blurry mist. I’m standing in the middle of the path.

In that moment, I wanted nothing more than to freeze time. To pause everything and hold on to the now. All these moments in life are so fleeting. I don’t remember growing old. When did that start? When I paid my first bill? When I found my first gray hair?

It reminded me to appreciate the life I’m living now—not just the big wins, but the quiet, everyday achievements. The fact that we’ve made it this far. That we’re still here. That we still have chances to love, laugh, and grow.

Time is always moving, always pulling us forward. But in this moment—this precious, fragile now—I choose to appreciate what I have. This would be one of my favorite moments. 

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The Essential Luxury You Can’t Live Without

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Be honest—what’s one luxury item you use every single day without even thinking about it? Not your fancy watch or your high-end earbuds. For many people, it’s their smartphone—the essential luxury that goes wherever they go.

You might not feel like your phone is a luxury. After all, it’s part of your daily routine. But when you consider how powerful and expensive it is, it’s clear: this little device is a luxury we can’t live without. It’s your traveling mini-computer, your camera, your calendar, your texting and emailing communicator, your entertainment center for movies and games, and your lifeline to the world—all in one.

How much do people spend on this essential piece of tech? The average smartphone these days costs between $800 and $1,200, depending on the brand and model. And that’s before you factor in your monthly phone bill, which can run anywhere from $50 to $100+. That can add up to $600 to $1,200 a year just on service. Not exactly pocket change!

But it’s not just about the money—it’s about the time. Studies show that people spend anywhere from 1 to 6 hours per day on their smartphones, whether it’s for texting, scrolling through social media, answering emails, watching shows, or playing games. That’s a huge chunk of your life committed to one device.

We’re living in an era of tech dependency, and the smartphone is at its center. It’s how you stay connected to friends and family, how you navigate unfamiliar places, how you capture memories, and even how you relax after a long day. It’s not just a tool—it’s your digital companion.

So smartphone addiction is real. But for most of us, it’s not just an addiction—it’s a necessity. A luxury you can’t live without, and one you’re willing to invest in again and again.

Would you agree?

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