Four Types Of Food That Make You Smell

• People with the rare disorder trimethylaminuria can give off a fishy odor after eating seafood.
• Vegetables such as broccoli and cabbage contain sulfur that escapes through breath, sweat, and gas.
• Spices like curry and cumin send volatile oils into the bloodstream, then out through sweat glands, leaving a lingering aroma.
• Red meat can also boost odor by releasing proteins that react with skin microbes.

Biggest Thing Successful Couples Do

• Relationship expert Jane Smith says that the secret to a happy relationship is simple…and not a surprise
• She believes couples who talk openly and honestly can better understand each other’s needs and feelings
• She advises setting aside time each day to talk without distractions, like phones or TV, to build a stronger connection

Timing Your Shower Can Help You Sleep
Taking a warm shower one to two hours before bed helps your body temperature drop, which signals your brain it's time to sleep. This matches your natural body clock and can help you fall asleep faster and sleep better. Evening showers also have a creative bonus. When your mind is relaxed, you might come up with new ideas or solutions to problems you've been thinking about.  If you need better sleep, try warm evening showers. If you want more energy in the morning, cold morning showers work well.

Second Date Update
Tori and Evan went for Mediterranean food in Jack London Square. Tori said Evan was sweet, artsy, and “had poet energy.”  It really matched her vibe. She thought the date was very sweet and was sure there would be a second date, but Evan has disappeared.

Americans Are Divided On AI
Americans are divided on the implications of artificial intelligence. According to a recent Gallup poll, 49-percent of U.S. adults surveyed said AI is "just the latest in a long line of technological advancements that humans will learn to use to improve their lives and society." But the polling also found that the other 49-percent of respondents said AI is "very different from the technological advancements that came before, and threatens to harm humans and society." Marcus is totally down, I am being dragged kicking and screaming 🙂 

Marcus Is On Four Hours Of Sleep
There was a lice outbreak at Marcus' daughter's school. This was a first, so panic ensued. He was running around looking for medicinal shampoo. The best part was that Marcus was worried about himself. Trust me, I can see from here that he's fine.

Marcus Basically Got Cat-Called By Construction Workers
He passed a construction site and one of the guys commented that he looks like a young Tom Hanks. He was high for the rest of the day. Cat-calling, okay or not cool.

Second Date Update: Reed met Sophie on Hinge. What stood out was their similar lifestyle choices. They were both into fitness and eating healthily. They went out for Vegan sushi. Why is she ghosting?

How To Relieve Anxiety In Seconds
Dr. Anita Phillips, a trauma therapist, says you can deal with anxiety in just seconds. 

• The first exercise is called the "voo" technique. You take a deep breath in, then breathe out while making the sound "voo" for as long as your exhale lasts. The vibration you feel helps work anxiety out of your body. 
  
• The second exercise is called tension release. You breathe in calmly, then as you breathe out, you tighten up your whole body. Then you breathe in again and relax everything. Making your body tense on purpose and then letting it go helps your mind feel more relaxed too. 

Phillips also suggests "shaking it out" while brushing your teeth - start by shaking your bottom, then let the shake move up through your whole body. See me perform these exercises on the IG.
Happiest Shift Workers
America’s most cheerful hourly employees are selling vapes, weed, and smokes, according to a new report. Over 1.51 million end-of-shift survey responses paint a less-than-ideal picture of the state of the union for wage workers. While the Net Happiness Score — the report’s metric for general workplace wellbeing — clocked in fairly high at 71.86%. The happiest industry sector turned out to be e-cigarette and marijuana stores, with 91.87% of employees saying they feel “good” or “amazing” about their jobs. They’re closely followed by caterers, baristas, dentists, and those who work in gyms, firearms stores, and sit-down restaurants. 
Successful Couples Do These 4 Things In The AM

• Couples should say hello to each other in the morning. That tells your partner "I see you. You're alive. I'm alive. I appreciate you." 
  
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• Second, successful couples make small loving gestures for each other. This might mean making coffee for your partner, putting out their robe, or setting up their breakfast bowl.
  
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• Third, they spend a few minutes together in the morning, even if it's just having coffee.  It reminds them that even when the day gets stressful, they need to make time for what really matters.
  
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• Finally, successful couples include physical affection like a kiss or hug before leaving for work. This releases feel-good hormones like oxytocin, which strengthens their bond and makes them want to grow closer together.
  

Second Date Update: Nate and Brianna met on Hinge. They went for tapas in Noe Valley. What made Brianna ghost after their eventful meal?

My Girlfriend's Apartment Is Giving Me Anxiety
How would you handle this? You want to move in with your girlfriend, but she has a ton of knick-knacks, plants and just plain stuff. He is a minimalist and feels like he couldn't move in with her if she didn't at least get rid of half of it. 

No Makeup On The First Date
In general, Gen Z has trended towards skipping out on classic date nights like traditional dinners and drinks in favor of more adventurous, active ventures like ocean swims, yoga sessions, or rock climbing. These activities allow potential paramours to get to know each other without the pressure of sitting across from each other and talking for hours on end — though eventually, there comes a point in a relationship where this is necessary. The latest move to ease the tension and anxiety of a first date? No makeup, a la Pamela Anderson. Both Millennials and Gen Zers have taken to the Internet to share their experiences with the movement, and overall, they’re psyched about their new looks, and the confidence boosts it can — potentially, as @madisonoud pointed out — bring with it. (No thanks, Tom Hanks)

Looking Good Vs Feeling Good
Along the same vein, people are saying that feeling healthy makes them feel attractive. Exercising and eating well, give the confidence a boost. Let me guess, you should cut ut alcohol? Booooooo.

Second Date Update
Jordan and Elise met at a birthday party. They discover they love puzzles, so they go to an Escape Room for their first date. They did it in under an hour, but now she has ghosted.

Americans Are Struggling To Get Off The Couch.
Maybe it shouldn't be so comfy.

• Americans just aren’t as active as they used to be pre-pandemic, according to a new study.
• It finds that we’re still logging about six hours of sitting time today, the same as it was in 2021.
• It seems the technology we started using during lockdown, like Zoom meetings and delivery apps are to blame for us being so sedentary.
  

Marcus Outed His Online Bot Girlfriend
Marcus can't help but mess with telemarketers, spam calls, etc. So, when he got a pretty female DM'ing him he was all in. They messaged back and forth until he mentioned the word, "bot." Her account disappeared immediately.


Lies Servers Tell To Get Better Tips
Aislin Parker, a waitress in San Diego, recently shared the hack she counts on for extra cash during her shifts. In a TikTok video, she tells viewers that she added a baby photo to her baby book and tells customers she’s a single mom to encourage them to tip her more. Are you a server and what lie have you told? One server said when he messed up, he would just tell his table it was his first day.


Second Date Update
Jonah met Talia at an outdoor salsa class in Golden Gate Park. They met in Berkeley for Mediterranean food. Now she has blocked him.

I was completely floored and flattered. My besties threw me a surprise birthday party over the weekend. Between my girl, Kim, my husband "The Jeff" and Marcus, they were able to keep me in the dark. It was such an amazing moment. I feel so blessed. And for people that couldn't make it, they did a video montage. So sweet.

Is It Going To Be A Good Or Bad Day? 
You will know within 10 minutes of getting up. 

• More than one in three Americans (37%) can tell if their day will be good or bad within 10 minutes of waking up, a new survey finds.
• Mornings can be thrown off track when people forget to make fresh coffee or tea (38%), forget to brush their teeth (34%), don’t shower (25%) or don’t exercise (22%).
• Having a good day leads to having a good night of sleep for 68% and 70% say a good night of sleep leads to a good day.

What do you think sets the tone for the day?

Marcus Had The Worst Time At The Movies
What do you do when someone won't stop talking...loudly...through the whole movie?
He asked twice, by the third time he gave up. Do you get a movie usher or is that so 1987?

Second Date Update: Lucas and Kendra met at a beach volunteer clean-up. They decide to meet for sushi a few days later. Now she has ghosted. 

Red Flags You Are Getting Scammed
Between AI, texts, DM's...scams are around every corner. 

1. Emergency Overload: Scammers love to trigger your panic response with emergencies like“Your grandson’s in jail!” or “You owe the IRS!” and that’s because freaked-out people don’t ask questions. 
   
2. Too Fast, Too Furious: That “limited-time offer” or urgent request? It's likely a scam in disguise. Whether it’s fake tech support asking for authorization or a “can’t-miss” investment, scammers know pressure equals poor decisions. 
   
3. New Number Who This?: Just met someone who suddenly needs cash? Yikes.  
   
4. Badge of Deception: If an “officer,” “lawyer,” or “FBI agent” you’ve never met is suddenly in your business, it’s probably a con. 
   
5. They Ask You To Pay? You Say “No Way!”: If someone’s asking you to pay with a gift card, crypto, or Venmo for tech support or bail money, run.
   

Tips To Make Yourself Instantly Likeable

• Image – Present yourself as a “person worth knowing” by looking clean, put together, wearing clothes that accentuate your positive vibes and intentions, and pay attention to the body language you’re emitting
• Authenticity – People can sniff out insincerity a mile away…and they’re way more attracted to someone who is authentic and the real deal
• Empathy – There aren’t enough people in this world willing to show they give a damn about more than themselves and their self-interest. Taking a genuine interest in others makes them feel special and cared about
• Positivity – We can all agree there’s too much negative crap out there, so don’t contribute to it…people flock to positivity
• Speak Like You Want To Lead – Stay away from slang and cursing, remember names, and don’t be afraid of sincere compliments
• Leave A Better World – Leave people smiling, and leave them laughing, inspired, and eager for their next experience with you
  

What We Love About Summer
This is according a survey of 2000 adults.

1. The smell of a grill (87%)
2. Spending time at the beach or lake (68%)
3. Swimming in a pool (68%)
4. Driving with the windows open or the top down on a car (58%)
5. Going to fairs or festivals (52%)
6. Staying up late at night (49%)
7. The smell of sunscreen (45%)
8. Chasing fireflies (24%)

Second Date Update: Devon and Marissa met in real life waiting in line at a food truck. They exchange numbers and plan a first date at a bar hosting a trivia night. What could have gone wrong?

Jacob & Maggie went for drinks and appetizers in Walnut Creek. They were only supposed to have drinks, but things were going so well...they ordered food. But now she has ghosted.

Phrases To Use To Avoid More Work: How do you think your boss would respond to these?

• “I'd love to help, but my plate is full right now”
• “Let me check my schedule and get back to you”
• “I don’t think I’m the best fit for this but I’d be happy to support you in another way”
• “Let me revisit this at a later date”
• “That’s outside my current scope, but I can help brainstorm ideas”
• “I’m stretched pretty thin right now. Can anyone else jump in?”
• “I’d hate to slow things down. Maybe someone else would be a better fit?”
• “This isn’t something I can take on right now, but let me know how I can help in another way”
• “If it’s urgent, you might want to check in with someone who’s available”
• “I’m not going to be able to take that on today”
• “I have other urgent priorities right now”

Vow Of Silence Summer
Gen Z women are swapping “hot-girl summer” for “vow-of-silence summer.” Instead of beach trips and dating apps, many are booking week-long stays at Catholic convents and monasteries, where they communicate only by writing notes or using simple hand signs. TikTok clips by early participants show peaceful gardens, structured prayer times, and long stretches of quiet that help them unplug from burnout, something researchers say hits about 250,000 Americans before age 30. The clips have sparked viral curiosity, filling guest lists months ahead and prompting jokes about an Airbnb-style app for convent beds. Commenters say the retreats feel like “therapy you can afford” and praise the nuns for welcoming visitors who just want stillness. Plus, the nuns are recruiting.

Interesting Observations in Paris
I forget how many people smoke in other countries...tons of smoking and vaping. It was really weird hear the Pirate of the Caribbean sing Yo ho, yo ho in French. No top sheets. Its the mattress cover and a duvet. Really stingy on ice and it was 98-degrees.

Second Date Update: Christian and Anna met through mutual friends. He even picked her up for the date. Did he pull a move in the car she didn't like?

Corey Pulled A Marcus On Vacation
The heat was the only drawback; they were breaking records for the heat which slowed us down just a bit. So, when we were in Disney...my husband crashed. I wasn't going to waste our fast passes or the fireworks show. So, I went solo. I was so happy I didn't miss it. 

Wandering Off When Traveling
A father on Facebook posed this question: For the first time, we’ve decided to put together a vacation for the entire family. Not only are my wife and kids going, but our parents, siblings and their families are all going. It sounded like a great idea, at first, but I soon learned that I was the only one that wanted to do things like hiking and scuba diving. Everyone else just wants to sit on the beach and drink. So, now I’m debating how much of a “family” guy I’m willing to be. After all, it’s my vacation, too, right? What’s a reasonable amount of time during a week to break off and do my thing without coming off as a total a-hole to the rest of the family?

Jeff Isn't Built For Europe
Well, Disneyland Paris. Every time he had pull a harness down on a ride, all I would hear is "owwwweeeee." He said he ducked on the darker roller coasters in fear of being decapitated. He was a trooper though. 

Second Date Update: Jeff and Heather had such a great first date that they ended up at her place for a little hot tubbing. Did Jeff do something in the tub to turn Heather off?