economics
T-Bills vs T-Bill ETFs
T-bills, bonds, and ETFs offer safety but differ in payouts, flexibility, and risk. Direct T-bills avoid management fees; ETFs offer liquidity for an expense ratio.
Life
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Creativity Commons
”Gaslighting" Accusation: Why Trolls Win When You Defend Yourself
Trolls cry "gaslighting" to derail defense, flip victim/offender, and provoke. Recognizing this DARVO tactic is key. The best response is to disengage and block to protect your peace.
Life
Why Carrier-Based Phone Locks Are Critical for Protecting Your Digital Life
Carrier-based phone locks protect your phone number from SIM-swap attacks. This article explains why they matter, what they protect, the types of locks, and how to set them up with your carrier.
Alternative Energy
3 Heat Pump Myths That Need to Die
Heat pumps work well even in freezing weather, often cost less than people think, and can save you money over time. Let’s clear up some common myths that might be holding you back from making the switch.
Logical Fallacies
The Final Three (10-12) Logical Fallacies You Should Know
Learn to challenge post hoc reasoning, appeal to ignorance, and bandwagon arguments. This will help you become a better critical thinker.
Logical Fallacies
7-9 of 12 popular logical fallacies.
Spot hasty generalizations, red herrings, and circular reasoning. This helps you stay sharp in arguments and debates.
Logical Fallacies
4-6 of 12 Popular Logical Fallacies
Master slippery slope arguments, appeals to authority, and emotional manipulation. These skills will boost your critical thinking.
Logical Fallacies
1-3 of 12 popular logical fallacies
Learn to spot and defeat three common logical fallacies - ad hominem attacks, straw man arguments, and false dilemmas.
capitalism
The Reserve Army of Labor and How Central Banks Shape the Job Market
How interest rates shape unemployment, worker power, and job security, and why Fed policy decisions affect families far beyond the banking system.
Life
Why Capitalism Rewards, Why Relationships Suffer
Our capitalist economy rewards five narcissistic traits that help people make money and gain status. But these same traits destroy intimate relationships and leave partners feeling alone.
Life
How People Twist Arguments: Fallacies, Gaslighting, and Double Standards
People sometimes use tricks like false fallacies and gaslighting to "win" arguments. This post explains how these tactics work and how to recognize them so you can avoid getting pulled into unfair debates.
Life
A Simple Approach to Learning a Foreign Language: Four Helpful Tactics
Abstract Four tactics for learning a language: read kids' books aloud, shadow TV shows, write daily, and use Duolingo. These methods help you practice all language skills effectively. Approach Learning a new language is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. However, many people find it challenging