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20 Secrets Hotel Employees Won’t Tell You Jacob Lund/Shutterstock Hotel stays seem like the epitome of relaxation. Who hasn’t dropped their bags and immediately jumped on the huge, white bed, or snuggled up in a fluffy robe, or broken into the mini bar (hey, we don’t judge!). You can also summon staff to bring you food, make your bed, fetch fresh towels, or whatever you so desire. But the truth is that all of these creature comforts blind us from the mind-blowing action behind-the-scenes....

21 New Netflix Shows Everyone’s Talking About This August Shutterstock Are you in the mood for interesting new shows that are truly binge-worthy to get you through the summer? Netflix has you covered. From wildlife documentaries to old favorites and new viral sensations, there’s something for everyone, even the kiddos. Not only are there several new Netflix originals creating a stir, but also classic shows migrating over from network television. Here are 21 new and upcoming Netflix shows creating major buzz right now....

23 Awesome Tech Gifts You Must Have Crux Kitchen If you’ve got a loved one who loves nothing more than cutting-edge stuff that pushes the boundaries of modern living, we’ve got good news for you: these days, that stuff is everywhere . And it’s more than just the wired world of smartwatches and tablets. Innovation has bled into every corner of the retail market, from kitchenware to workout gear to, in some select cases, even your wardrobe....

25 Movies Like “John Wick” That Will Pump You Up Summit Entertainment When John Wick came out of retirement to exact his deadly vengeance on the criminals who killed his dog, he kickstarted a new era of action filmmaking. The 2014 film, directed by former stunt performer and coordinator Chad Stahelski and starring Keanu Reeves as the hitman, was an acclaimed sensation, spawning three sequels and a wave of new action films that eschew the once-popular shaky cam style in favor of longer takes that show off complex fight choreography and physical stunts....

25 Signs You’re in Love with Someone Else Shutterstock Even the most devoted married man or woman will get blindsided by a bout of white-hot lust that isn’t directed at his or her spouse every once and a while. (Hey, we’re only human.) But it’s something else entirely to fall head-over-heels in love with someone who didn’t stand at the altar with you. If you’re struggling with your feelings—and a crush outside your marriage—we’re here to help....

25 Tips to Fall Asleep Fast, According to Science iStock When you’re not sleeping well at night—and the problem is persistent—your quality of life during the day can quickly reach rock bottom. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the average adult needs between seven and nine hours of sleep per night to avoid the health consequences of a sleep deficiency. These include a range of chronic health issues, including heart disease, kidney disease, hypertension, diabetes, stroke, obesity, depression, and an increased risk of physical injury....

3 Effective Flirting Techniques Using Just Your Body Language, Dating Coach Says Prostock-studio / Shutterstock Sure, a smooth pick-up line can have you blushing instantly, but that’s not the only way to flirt. Your nonverbal cues are oftentimes just as important. That’s why relationship and dating coach Jacob Lucas recently shared his top three ways to flirt using just your body language. His advice, geared specifically toward flirting with a man, is sure to up your game....

3 Plants You Should Prune Before Winter Begins Shutterstock Perennial plants bring life to your yard year after year, but you’ll need to protect them from the harsh winter weather if you want them to look their best come spring. Pruning—the practice of cutting back branches, buds, or spent flowers to make way for regrowth when the warmer weather returns—is one way to give your plants a fresh start. And, for many plant varieties, right now, in the late fall, is the best time to perform this crucial aspect of maintenance....

30 Things No Wife Ever Wants to Hear Shutterstock We all know that honesty is generally the best policy when it comes to long-term partnerships, but there are certain cases where brutal forthrightness can cause more harm than good. Herewith, you’ll discover all of the phrases and sayings your wife absolutely never wants to hear. So read on, and think carefully before you speak. And if your marriage is going wonderfully and you’re looking to spice things up in the bedroom, don’t miss these amazing secrets....

33 Easy Daily Habits That Will Make You a Smarter Person Shutterstock Want to be the person who always delivers a killer comeback , who can repeat pi to the hundredth digit, or who can effortlessly hold court on everything from Foucault to Fellini? Well, there are countless ways you can work toward those goals that take just minutes a day. Don’t believe us? We’ve rounded up science- and expert-backed habits that will make you smarter in no time....

4 Airlines With the Best In-Flight Food—And the #1 Worst Shutterstock The airline food wars are heating up as name brands flying the skies try to win over more passengers with tastier in-flight options. Earlier this month, Delta Air Lines announced that it’s expanding its partnership with Shake Shack to serve customizable 100% Angus beef cheeseburgers in first class on 900+-mile flights out of Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York-LaGuardia, and Seattle....

4 Common Yard Mistakes That Can Kill Your Lawn Over Winter iStock Just because winter is approaching doesn’t mean your garden duties are totally over. There are plenty of plants to prune, get into the ground for spring, or otherwise protect for the colder months ahead. But if you’re looking to start spring off on the right foot, there are a few surprisingly damaging things you’ll want to avoid doing. Read on for the common yard mistakes that can kill your lawn over the winter....

4 Trees and Shrubs You Should Not Prune Until Spring Shutterstock Garden work certainly slows down once autumn hits, but it’s not over entirely. Besides cleaning up your yard of debris and moving any sensitive plants indoors for the season , you’ll want to prune certain plants before winter to prepare them for their next bloom. However, you shouldn’t use your shears on just anything you have planted in your yard if you want them looking their best when temperatures start rising again....

40 Things Only Older People Say Shutterstock How does one actually define an “older” person these days? Is it when he or she reaches 50? Or is it 60? Or maybe it’s measured by something else entirely… After all, these days “old” is definitely more of a state of mind—or perhaps a feeling—than it is purely a number. Whatever the case, we’d strongly posit that the truest definition of “old” is anyone who regularly uses these words and phrases we’ve compiled here....

44 Wedding Vow Examples to Use on Your Special Day Andrej Rutar/Shutterstock Most of the time, actions speak louder, but your wedding day is one of those occasions when words really matter. Not only do you have to sum up your feelings about your new spouse for them, but there’s also a crowd of friends and family listening in while you do it. Some couples prefer standardized or religious wedding vows, while others would rather write something personal on their own....

5 Best Bath & Body Works Items to Get Now for 75% Off Photo: Shutterstock; Design: Canva RELATED: 3 Bath & Body Works Shopping Changes Happening This Month . Bath & Body Works Bath & Body Works’ three-wick candles have such a cult following that the store’s annual Candle Day is a veritable holiday—in part because their $26.95 price can be a bit steep without a sale. So, what if we told you that right now, nearly 200 seasonal three-wick candles are up to 75 percent off?...

5 Major Retailers Making Massive Summer Price Cuts Framalicious / Shutterstock Memorial Day is already in the rearview mirror, meaning it’s full-speed ahead with summer on the horizon. While we’re getting ready, many of us have new summer clothes , necessities like sunscreen, beach and pool staples, and barbecue basics on our shopping lists. But we’ve also got inflation on the brain, as it feels like we can’t get any relief from higher prices—that is, until now....

5 Questions Your Partner May Ask If They’re Cheating, Therapists Say iStock For many of us, there’s no greater fear than being cheated on by a partner. On top of the betrayal, there’s the knowledge that infidelity is one of the major reasons relationships end. But you don’t have to let yourself be blindsided by a shady significant other. Joseph Puglisi , a relationship expert and the CEO of Dating Iconic, tells Best Life that cheaters often use questioning as a tactic to aid them in their affair....

5 Red Flags About the Photos Your Partner Posts, According to Therapists Star Stock/Shutterstock For better or for worse, social media has totally transformed our relationships. We use these platforms to share photos of our romantic adventures, celebrate our relationship milestones, and even communicate with our partners throughout the day—whether by tagging them in a funny meme, commenting on their photos, or sending them a DM. But not all social media behavior is beneficial for your relationship....

5 Scents That Make You More Attractive, According to Experts George Rudy / Shutterstock The strong scent of a musty aftershave, perfume so floral it makes you sneeze, the whisper of lavender essential oils —the fragrances we wear can play a big role in how potential partners perceive us. “Scents can trigger powerful memories and feelings, which can influence how attractive we find someone,” explains Laura Wasser , relationship expert and chief of divorce evolution at Divorce....