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

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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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How to Simplify Your Life to Make it Better

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But I had no idea where to start or how to go about simplifying my life until I read a magazine article about the psychological benefits of de-cluttering your workspace. I moved the furniture around; I had left it the same as when I took over this office and had never really been comfortable.

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Yakezie Carnival October 16, 2011- Growth Edition

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Good Financial Cents: What to Watch For With Debt Settlement Companies Considering using a debt settlement company? Through understanding psychology, one can predict how other investors will react to certain market events. Totally Money: Top office pet peeves An amusing look at what gets them annoyed at the office.

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