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Wellness leaders and happiness experts alike all hold the same belief about joy and human interaction: Having conversations with the people around you is critical for your wellbeing.On the podcast “10% Happier with Dan Harris,” the former journalist explores topics like mindfulness and meditation, ambition and burnout. And on a recent episode of Matt Abrahams’ podcast “Think Fast, Talk Smart,” Harris discussed how mindfulness can help transform how we communicate with other human beings.”We need interaction in order to thrive,” he said in his introduction of the episode.Some types of conversations can be nerve-wracking — like asking your boss for…

NextEra Energy Chairman, President and CEO John Ketchum participates in a panel during CERAWeek in Houston, Texas, U.S., March 10, 2025. Kaylee Greenlee | ReutersNextEra Energy plans to build 15 gigawatts of new power generation for data center hubs by 2035, CEO John Ketchum told investors on Monday. NextEra is the largest renewable energy developer in the U.S. through NextEra Energy Resources, and also owns Florida Power & Light. The utility also operates a fleet of nuclear- and natural gas-powered plants. The power company also announced a partnership with Alphabet’s Google unit on Monday to develop three gigawatt scale data center…

Pakin Songmor | Moment | Getty ImagesIf you own jewelry made of gold or another precious metal, you should probably check your homeowners insurance to see if your coverage is sufficient.The market price of gold has shot up over the last year, as have the prices paid for other precious metals like platinum and silver, both of which are also commonly used in jewelry. This means the value of your pieces could be higher than what your insurance would pay if they were stolen or destroyed in, say, a fire — especially if you have owned the jewelry for quite…

“Can we go to the Galapagos Islands for spring break?””No, we can’t afford it.”If this exchange sounds familiar, it’s because sooner or later, your child will ask for something that blows past your budget. Once kids start school, they become aware of the trips, toys, cars, and experiences other families have. Maybe they see a Cybertruck at drop-off. Maybe a friend just went on a luxury vacation. Maybe they want a backyard pool. When you say no to one of these requests, they’ll inevitably ask, “Why?” This moment can feel uncomfortable. It can be difficult to deny your child something they want.…

Sharaa’s pragmatism and close relationship with Turkey helped open doors, leading to his transformation from jihadist leader to rebel statesman and finally Syrian presidentIt was the spring of 2019, and Syrian government forces were beginning to push towards Idlib with the help of the Russian air force.  There was an emergency.  Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the commander of the Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group, was sitting with his entourage and some foreign guests, including Turks, at a safe house in the heart of Idlib. As the night progressed, he opened up, and began sharing some personal stories. “When I was a…

In Lisbon, Portugal, on January 12, 2025, people sit by a McDonald’s storefront. McDonald’s rolls out new value deals, like the McValue Menu, to combat economic challenges and attract budget-conscious customers, as global sales face pressure amid shifting consumer trends. Luis Boza | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesMcDonald’s will soon assess its franchisees on how their prices deliver value as the company updates its franchising standards as part of a larger bid to win over cash-strapped diners.”Effective January 1, 2026, we are enhancing our global franchising standards across all Segments to reinforce accountability for value leadership,” Andrew Gregory, McDonald’s senior vice…

The Federal Reserve is expected to lower its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point at its meeting this week.The move would mark the Fed’s third consecutive rate reduction this year, following the September and October cuts, bringing the federal funds rate to a range of 3.50%-3.75%.President Donald Trump has been sharply critical of Fed Chair Jerome Powell, arguing that rates should be significantly lower. Trump has also said he knows who he intends to choose to succeed Powell, with National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett considered to be the front-runner.If appointed, Hassett would take over a Fed that is currently torn between officials who…

When an old church on Congress Avenue in Bath went on the market a few years ago, Bath Housing Executive Director Debora Keller saw an opportunity.“That site came available, and we just grabbed it, we bought it. We didn’t have a plan,” she said. This was part of their new model, a shift from how housing authorities have operated in the past.“We don’t know if we’ll develop it. We don’t know if we’ll find a partner, but we think it’s a good site for some type of housing,” Keller said, “and we want to be part of the divisioning, the…

Deep in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont lie the Kingdom Heritage Lands, 132,000 acres of former and current timberland conserved for public access since 1998. The remote and undeveloped area is mainly the domain of wildlife, logging trucks, hunters and snowmobilers.Recently, however, increasing numbers of rock climbers have frequented a stunning band of chiseled granite towers set in the middle of the Kingdom Heritage Lands, at a cliff 30 minutes south of the Canadian border and on the northern edge of the Nulhegan basin.“As soon as you reach the cliff, your jaw drops,” Mischa Tourin, executive director of the Climbing…

It’s one of the most important meetings for employees’ career success, yet many people are going about it completely wrong.We’re talking about the one-on-one meeting between managers and their direct reports.”One-on-ones can absolutely be the greatest leadership managerial tool that leaders have for engaging, aligning and building more commitment from their people,” meeting science expert Steven Rogelberg tells CNBC Make It. “There’s something incredibly powerful about truly seeing your people, finding a dedicated time to understand their challenges and issues and offering support.”Rogelberg is Chancellor’s Professor at UNC Charlotte teaching organizational science, management and psychology. He has written two books…