Posts by Hasthi Wand

We’ve all experienced that moment when we're in the middle of a conversation and it abruptly fizzles out. The other person might shut down, become defensive, or shift to another…

Let’s be real—American tourists have a bit of a reputation when traveling abroad. Sometimes we’re seen as fun, friendly, and adventurous, but other times… not so much. Whether it’s speaking…

Most of us just assume that most of the world’s inventions were created by men. But the truth – women created some of the world-changing inventions we now use on…

The 1970s were different times - safety standards were far less strict and many modern precautions were not yet normal practice. Children walked around unsupervised, people smoked freely and riding…

Each generation has its own unique collection of slang and catchphrases. Some familiar expressions that previously flowed naturally from our mouths? They don't feel right today. As time passes language…

Every generation has unique qualities. Millennials always get praised for their digital expertise and creative thinking, but Boomers too have valuable strengths that deserve appreciation. Boomers were raised in a…

Friendships make life better—plain and simple. Good friendship means more than having fun together. A good friend always shows up, is supportive and makes friends know they can rely on…

If you grew up during the '80s, then you already know that after school was the best time of the day. There were no smartphones or social media – but…

As temperatures drop and everything starts to freeze over, your car becomes a giant ice box. It might be tempting to leave things in your car and deal with them…

Thinking about moving? Before you start packing for your move, don’t forget to research the tax rates in your new state. Some states have very high income, property, and sales…