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Mindful drinking is not about rigid rules or eliminating alcohol overnight. It is a conscious, intentional approach to how and why you drink. The feature is simple yet powerful: awareness. Instead of pouring a drink on autopilot, mindful drinking encourages pausing, checking in with your emotions, and choosing with clarity. The advantage lies in control without deprivation. You begin to notice how alcohol affects your mood, sleep, and energy, which creates insight rather than guilt. The real benefit is what unfolds over time. Less emotional volatility. Clearer mornings. A steadier nervous system. When practiced consistently, mindful drinking becomes a supportive…

Trays of printed social security checks wait to be mailed from the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Management services facility in Philadelphia. (Bradley C Bower, FRE / AP) Of the over 71 million Americans who receive regular Social Security payments, those who qualify for SSI benefits will receive their February check this week. There will also be another SSI check distributed at the end of February. Here’s what to know about the upcoming payments, along with new changes in 2026. Read more: Is a government shutdown coming? What to know as the deadline nears JTNDZGl2JTNFJTBBJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5nb29nbGUuY29tJTJGcHJlZmVyZW5jZXMlMkZzb3VyY2UlM0ZxJTNEc3RhdGVzbWFuLmNvbSUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQ2ltZyUyMHNyYyUzRCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGcy5oZG51eC5jb20lMkZwaG90b3MlMkYwMSUyRjU0JTJGMzUlMkYzNiUyRjI4NDMyMzA3JTJGMyUyRnJhd0ltYWdlLmpwZyUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQyUyRmElM0UlMEElM0MlMkZkaXYlM0U= JTNDZGl2JTNFJTBBJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5nb29nbGUuY29tJTJGcHJlZmVyZW5jZXMlMkZzb3VyY2UlM0ZxJTNEc3RhdGVzbWFuLmNvbSUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQ2ltZyUyMHNyYyUzRCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGcy5oZG51eC5jb20lMkZwaG90b3MlMkYwMSUyRjU0JTJGMzUlMkYzNiUyRjI4NDMyMzA3JTJGMyUyRnJhd0ltYWdlLmpwZyUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQyUyRmElM0UlMEElM0MlMkZkaXYlM0U= JTNDZGl2JTNFJTBBJTNDYSUyMGhyZWYlM0QlMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5nb29nbGUuY29tJTJGcHJlZmVyZW5jZXMlMkZzb3VyY2UlM0ZxJTNEc3RhdGVzbWFuLmNvbSUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQ2ltZyUyMHNyYyUzRCUyMmh0dHBzJTNBJTJGJTJGcy5oZG51eC5jb20lMkZwaG90b3MlMkYwMSUyRjU0JTJGMzUlMkYzNiUyRjI4NDMyMzA3JTJGMyUyRnJhd0ltYWdlLmpwZyUyMiUzRSUwQSUzQyUyRmElM0UlMEElM0MlMkZkaXYlM0U= Those who qualify for Supplemental Security…

As United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement continues its siege of Minnesota — and especially in the wake of the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti — individuals near and far are looking for ways to make a difference.A call to action from Minnesota yarn shop Needle & Skein encouraged knitters and crocheters across the country to take part in a project inspired by resistance to Nazi Germany in the 1940s.“In the 1940s, Norwegians made and wore red pointed hats with a tassel as a form of protest against Nazi occupation of their country. Within two years, the Nazis…

The average benefit has reached a historic high, but it may not go as far as you’d hoped.No matter how much you have saved for retirement, you probably still want an above-average Social Security benefit. Larger monthly checks mean you can stretch your savings out longer or enjoy a higher standard of living. The average Social Security check currently sits at an all-time high, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement. All you need is a basic understanding of the factors that influence your benefits. Image source: Getty Images. The average Social Security retirement benefit has cracked $2,000 per…

– credit, CCS / Photo taken under NOAA permit 25740-02 As the Critically-Endangered North Atlantic right whale continues its long, slow journey back from the brink of extinction, there have been many joyful milestones worth celebrating. With the year still so young, there’s already been another: a record-number of sightings taken by a single aerial survey flight when a local marine life organization flew over Cape Cod. The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) says observers on a plane spotted 33 North Atlantic right whales on Saturday, the most ever for a single day in January, a statement by the center…

You’ve built your business from the ground up. You know what it takes to create value, manage risk, and grow wealth. But here’s something that might surprise you: some of the most successful entrepreneurs are quietly adding physical gold and silver to their portfolios. Not because they’re doomsday preppers or conspiracy theorists, but because they understand something about wealth preservation that goes beyond stocks and real estate. Let’s talk about why smart business owners are turning to precious metals and how you can use this strategy to protect and grow what you’ve worked so hard to build. Why Business Owners…

What’s the story Laughter yoga is a unique practice that combines laughter exercises with yoga breathing techniques. It promotes physical and mental well-being by encouraging voluntary laughter, which can reduce stress and improve mood. This self-care ritual is easy to incorporate into daily life, requiring no special equipment or space. By dedicating time to laughter yoga, individuals can enhance their emotional health and cultivate a positive mindset. Start your day with laughter Incorporating laughter yoga into your morning routine can set a positive tone for the day. Start by finding a comfortable space where you won’t be disturbed. Begin with…

                                Case File An immunity provision under Oregon law that applied to workers’ compensation coverage ran afoul of the state’s constitution because it left workers without a counterbalance hefty enough to offset the common-law remedy taken away by statute. Simply Research subscribers have access to the full text of the decision. Case Crandall v. State of Oregon, No. SC S070647 (Or. 01/22/26) What Happened? A worker alleged that two employees of a state department negligently caused him to suffer physical injury while he was working…

Only one group of beneficiaries receives a Social Security payment on Friday, January 30, 2026, and the reason has nothing to do with eligibility changes or special bonuses. That …

For women, self-care is often synonymous with physical upkeep. Skincare products, hair treatments, nail enhancements, hair removal, workouts and makeup are some of the many ways self-care is marketed to women. On social media platforms like TikTok, searching “#SelfCare” yields countless videos of influencers promoting products, routines and services that presumably helps users better themselves. Yet, this notion of improvement rarely extends beyond the physical. This focus on the trappings of beauty — skin, hair, body and cosmetics — neglects true self-improvement in favor of adhering to external beauty standards. In online content targeted towards women, there’s relatively little mention…