Study Reveals That Pets Bring Us $87,500 Worth of Happiness

A recent study published in Social Indicators Research suggests that having a pet can increase life satisfaction by 3 to 4 points on a 7-point scale. Even more eye-catching, the researchers estimate this happiness boost is equivalent to an extra $87,500 in annual income. In other words, they’re putting a dollar value on the joy […]

What “It Ends With Us” Reveals About Breaking Cycles of Abuse

In a society where cycles of abuse and violence persist across generations, stories like It Ends With Us offer a glimpse of hope. Adapted from Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, the 2024 film tells Lily Bloom’s troubling yet inspiring journey toward breaking free from intergenerational trauma. Throughout the film, Lily is confronted with complex choices about […]