In 1964, 42% of the American population smoked. Many people, however, smoked not for the physical effects, but for the way cigarettes helped them feel more comfortable in social situations. “Everyone was doing it,” and being a smoker said a lot about who you were and where you fit in. Today, just 15% of this… Continue reading Stressing is the New Smoking
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The Most Important Part of Building a Fire (this will surprise you)
Last weekend, my friends and I went camping in the Catskill mountains. We made the plan nearly 3 months in advance when my life was sailing pretty smoothly, but a few days before the trip, I panicked. A lot had suddenly fallen on my plate. I now had an important job interview coming up, requiring… Continue reading The Most Important Part of Building a Fire (this will surprise you)