I signed up for my first half marathon on a whim. It seemed like a fun challenge at the time – until I actually had to train for it. Some days, I felt unstoppable. Other days, I questioned my life choices. But crossing that finish line made everything worth it. Here are the biggest lessons I learned. Training Is Just As Mental As It Is Physical Your legs will get stronger, but so will your mind. There were plenty of times when I wanted to quit – on cold mornings, on long runs that felt never-ending, on days when…
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Image by Thirdman of Pexels When most people think about buying a home, the first big question tends to be: “How much do I need to put down?” You’ve probably heard the old-school rule of thumb—20% down or nothing. That number sounds daunting, especially with today’s home prices. But here’s the good news: the real down payment might be less than you think. Let’s break down what you truly need to know—because buying a home isn’t just about scraping together a pile of cash. It’s about understanding your options, preparing for hidden costs, and creating a plan that doesn’t wreck…
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This post is part of a series sponsored by AgentSync. When your team has come to the conclusion that your current vendor, process, or (let’s be honest) spreadsheet isn’t working, you need to get buy-in across your larger organization. Easy, right? If you’re the one responsible for any variation on the themes of streamlining your producers’ onboarding, licensing, carrier appointments, or sales territory assignments, then articulating the value of AgentSync and its distribution channel management (DCM) solutions to other organizational stakeholders is the next hurdle to your future state. For step-by-step help on making your case, download the guide. Who…
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The Trump administration has dismissed the few remaining health officials who oversaw care for some of the world’s most vulnerable people: more than 500,000 children and more than 600,000 pregnant women with H.I.V. in low-income countries. Expert teams that managed programs meant to prevent newborns from acquiring H.I.V. from their mothers and to provide treatment for infected children were eliminated last week in the chaotic reorganization of the Health and Human Services Department. Some of the consequences of the dismissals are only now coming to light. While it was known that some staff members devoted to H.I.V. prevention in other…
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If you’re someone who’s heard the term GLP-1 but aren’t quite sure what it means, don’t worry. Let’s break it down simply. What is GLP-1? GLP-1, or glucagon-like peptide-1, is a natural hormone that our body makes after we eat. It helps control things like our blood sugar levels and how hungry we feel. Understanding how GLP-1 works is important because it plays a key role in regulating our metabolism and keeping us healthy. How Does GLP-1 Work in the Body? When we eat, GLP-1 is released into the bloodstream and does a few important things:• Helps Release Insulin: GLP-1…
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Walter Clayton Jr. has always been a late bloomer — in basketball, at least. As Clayton has grown into an all-time March Madness hero during the 2025 NCAA tournament, a central part of his lore is that Florida offered him a football scholarship years before he signed with the school out of the transfer portal in basketball. The Gators weren’t alone in believing Clayton could be a stud defensive back on the football field, with Notre Dame, Georgia and Tennessee offering him, too. Clayton did a funny thing once those football offers rolled in after his sophomore year of high…
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Howard G. Buffett, son of renowned investor Warren Buffett, pledged to donate $1 billion in aid to Ukraine this year, undeterred by the uncertain U.S.-Ukraine relations under the Trump administration. What Happened: Howard, CEO of the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, is making his 18th visit to Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia, reported Fortune. This comes as the Trump administration attempts to negotiate a temporary ceasefire between the two nations. Despite the ongoing conflict and uncertainty surrounding U.S. support for Ukraine, Buffett remains committed to his philanthropic efforts. “It doesn’t change anything we do. We’re on track,” Buffett told The Associated Press. His foundation is…
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (77) looks for an outlet against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Nate Billings) The Los Angeles Lakers showed just how dangerous their Big Three can be in Sunday’s road win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, the team with the NBA’s best record. The Lakers (48-30) can reinforce that impression Tuesday when they run it back against the host Thunder. “All three of those guys that we have are elite offensive players,” Lakers coach JJ Redick…
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Picture this: it’s a chilly night, and you’re snuggled up with a warm blanket and a hot water bottle pressed against your skin. It feels good, but there’s a downside — that cozy habit could be harming your skin. Toasted skin syndrome, also called erythema ab igne (EAI) — Latin for “redness by fire”1 — is a sneaky condition that happens when you use heat sources like laptops, heating pads or space heaters for too long. You won’t feel a burn right away, but over time, it leaves your skin looking blotchy and irritated. Whether you tend to use heating…
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The build-to-rent (BTR) housing market continued its upward surge in 2024, reaching a historic milestone with 39,000 new single-family rentals completed across the United States, according to a new report from Point2Homes. Based on Yardi Matrix data as of March 2025, this figure marks a 15.5% increase over 2023 and underscores the sector’s rapid growth since the pandemic era, when completions hovered around 6,000 to 7,000 units annually. Point2Homes’ analysis highlights how the BTR model—which merges the low-maintenance appeal of rentals with the space and privacy of detached homes—has evolved into one of the fastest-growing segments of single-family home construction.…