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The Spending Plan Mentality

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in Psychology , says that what we call things, and how we think about certain concepts, can influence our behavior. Is there enough left in the entertainment category to go to a restaurant? While it’s probably more psychological than anything else, for us this mentality helps us feel happier about our lifestyle and money choices.

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How to Get Back Into the Reading Habit and Find More Time for Reading

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According to Dr. Geoff Kauffman, one of the authors of a report published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology , “‘When people read a fictional story, they vicariously experience their favorite character’s emotions, thoughts and beliefs in the process.’ There are many other benefits to regular reading.

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