Quotes of the Day

Women are attracted to men whose appearances elicit their nurturing feelings; who appear to possess sexual maturity and dominance characteristics; who seem sociable, approachable and of high social status. Individuals who display an optimal combination of neotenous (boyish) features of large eyes, the mature features of prominent cheekbones and a large chin, the expressive feature of a big smile, and high-status clothing were seen as more attractive than other men. [2006] - Leil Lowndes

The Double-Hander is like a miniature hug and is acceptable only in circumstances where a hug could also be acceptable. The Elbow Grasp conveys more intimacy and control than the Wrist Hold, and the Shoulder Hold conveys more than the Upper-Arm Grip. Unless you and the other person have a personal or emotional bond, only use a single-handed handshake. [2004] - Allan Pease

Currently, the most effective method for improving your sleep is called cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia, or CBT-I: (1) establish a regular bedtime and wake-up time, even on weekends, (2) go to bed only when sleepy and avoid sleeping on the couch early/mid-evenings, (3) never lie awake in bed for a significant time period; rather, get out of bed and do something quiet and relaxing until the urge to sleep returns, (4) avoid daytime napping if you are having difficulty sleeping at night, (5) reduce anxiety-provoking thoughts and worries by learning to mentally decelerate before bed, and (6) remove visible clock-faces from view in the bedroom, preventing clock-watching anxiety at night. [2017] - Matthew Walker

You may agree to pay an advisor more than he or she asks for, if he or she agrees to wait to be paid until the sales can support the payment. You may add the talent through an advisory board instead of bringing the person on full-time. [2005] - Robert T. Kiyosaki

Stuff you don't need in your portfolio: REITs, preferred shares, real-return bonds, high-yield bonds, gold, smart beta ETFs, and currency-hedged ETFs. [2021] - Dan Bortolotti