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Can shame make you a better person?
Confucius and other ancient Chinese philosophers believed the feeling isn’t all bad – and can lead you toward your best selfWhat was the last thing that you felt shame about? Perhaps you couldn’t afford a new outfit for your friend’s wedding, and felt chagrined around those in more chic attire. Maybe you hid your homemade lunch while your co-workers ate takeout, or you didn’t call your mom on her birthday and felt bad to have missed it.Shame can emerge in everyday situations like these, or can...
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Still no Cabinet; Finances the sticking point
PVV, VVD, NSC, and BBB have still not reached an agreement on the formation of a new Cabinet. After another long day of negotiations between the four party leaders, Geert Wilders (PVV) left at around 10:30 p.m. According to formation leaders Richard van Zwol and Elbert Dijkgraaf, finances remain the biggest stumbling block in the negotiations.“From the beginning, we have said that the financial puzzle is one of the most difficult things. Also, there is little money. That is a big difference with...
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How To Talk to Your Kids About Finances Without Scaring Them
Financial discussions with kids can be intimidating for parents, but these tips can help parents talk to their children about money without scaring them.