What makes someone a good "tipper" and what hidden fees to watch for on your restaurant bill. How long does the "after glow" of vacations actually last? Why do moms feel so exhausted all the time?

And former First Lady Michelle Obama on the power of saying "no."

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WHY TAKING A VACATION IS GOOD FOR YOU: https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/2025/04/20/vacation-health-cardiac-bedroom-benefits/

WHY AM I SO TIRED? https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/04/fatigue-mothers-fathers-children/682406/?gift=yJAA0Aj_CO4HLk41aWofahXt0-bsg9LZYmxT1QrXfAo&utm_source=copy-link&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=share

MICHELLE OBAMA BREAKS HER SILENCE: https://people.com/michelle-obama-breaks-silence-skipping-trump-inauguration-11720055