Arvyn has been writing for several years and has been an English teacher for half of those. He has a degree in American & Canadian Studies, along with other teaching qualifications. When he’s not writing, he’s traveling, or looking after his cats.
mage CrediMost of us like to think our reputation at work comes down to whether we hit deadlines or treat people well and that stuff matters, of course. But there…
Boomers grew up in a time with certain traditions & habits that they took quite seriously—even some of the most everyday things were things they thought were meaningful. But these…
Some problems only exist because technology & convenience have gone way too far—and no matter what we think, they’re not serious problems. They’re the kinds of things that only happen…
While Homeowners Associations (HOAs) were created to keep neighborhoods neat & organized, sometimes they go a little too far—and these aren't your typical "no parking on the lawn" rules. Some…
Subscription boxes have become a huge hit across the United States and they’re a favorite for many households, especially since you can buy all sorts of products. Whether it’s beauty…
While friendships look fine on the outside, once you’re in them, something feels off. You might put in the effort & be there, but it feels like you’re doing it…
If you grew up in a middle-class household in the U.S., then you’ll understand that it came with some specific habits & choices that probably felt normal at the time.…
A lot of us are looking for extra income and we sometimes try side hustles that we see online or hear about from friends—but the problem is that many of…
As Americans, we have plenty of unique traditions that might confuse people from elsewhere, and that includes our sports traditions. Whether it’s festive pre-game gatherings or weird in-game antics, our…
Despite what you might think, most liars don’t twirl a mustache & cackle—instead, they say things that sound normal but have hidden signals. There are a select number of phrases…