Dirtiest Parts Of Your Hotel According To The Housekeepers

• Decorative pillows - These don’t get washed often, if at all. 
  
• High-touch surfaces - Hotel room phones are the most unsanitary item. Higher-end hotels may give remotes, light switches and phones a wipe down before every check-in, but don’t count on it.
  
• Carpets - They tend to trap dust and bacteria.
  
• Hidden contamination spots - This is stuff tucked away, like barware inside drawers, that may be handled by guests without housekeeping staff knowing. Also, bathtubs with jets, only take a bath at a hotel if it’s a “super luxe five star hotel and only if it’s a non-jet bathtub.”
  
• Hard to reach spots - High ceilings, chandeliers, ceiling fans, curtain rods and shower heads, which may be overlooked during a standard hotel room cleaning.
  

Things Classy People Do

1. Adopting stress management techniques. Classy people have stress in their lives, they just use techniques such as yoga or meditation to keep away anxiety .
   
2. Learning to control their impulses. They keep their cool and stay even keeled, even when emotions are at its highest. Practice delayed response techniques, like counting to 10 before reacting.
   
3. Dedicating time to being alone. Just like they show up for other people, classy people show up for themselves, too.
4. Doing things that scare them. Rather than running from the things that make them uncomfortable, they do them. They face their challenges.
5. Cultivating a healthy inner circle of people. They know that having a healthy inner circle will help them promote healthy habits. They also know that toxic people will stagnate their own growth.
   

How Pets Keep Your Mind Sharp As You Age
Recent research suggests that owning a cat or dog can actually slow down cognitive decline in older adults.
   Daily Walks = Brain Gains: Taking your dog out for regular walks doesn’t just keep             your legs moving…it also boosts circulation and reduces stress, both of which                 support brain health. 

• Routine, Routine, Routine: Pets thrive on consistency, and guess what? So does your brain. Feeding, grooming, and playtime create a structured day, which has been linked to better cognitive functioning in older adults. 
  
• Conversation Starters with Fur: Walking a dog or sharing funny cat stories is a great way to connect with others, and socializing is key for brain health. 
  
• Emotional Support: Pets are amazing at sensing your mood and offering comfort just when you need it. That emotional bond can lower stress levels. 
  
• Mental Stimulation Through Play: Playing with your pet keeps you engaged and alert, whether it's tossing a ball or hiding treats. These mini-challenges promote problem-solving and coordination. 
  
• They Make You Laugh, And That’s Good for You: Laughter has been shown to lower stress and stimulate brain activity, and pets are basically fuzzy comedians. 
  

Second Date Update: Jonah and Lila went for Thai food in Albany. He thought things went really well. They are both avid readers, into poetry nights and open mic. Now, she's Casper.