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Our age of languishing, billionaires’ deepest secrets, busting exercise myths, and more. These are the stories Pocket users saved most this year.

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There’s a Name for the Blah You’re Feeling: It’s Called Languishing

The neglected middle child of mental health can dull your motivation and focus—and it may be the dominant emotion of 2021.

How to Delete Your Old Online Accounts (and Why You Should)

Don’t leave juicy targets lying around for attackers.

How to Talk to People You Disagree With

Bridge the divide with thoughtful conversation techniques, next-level listening, and a dip into the science of changing minds.

The Secret IRS Files: Trove of Never-Before-Seen Records Reveal How the Wealthiest Avoid Income Tax

ProPublica has obtained a vast cache of IRS information showing how billionaires like Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk and Warren Buffett pay little in income tax compared to their massive wealth—sometimes, even nothing.

How Fit Can You Get From Just Walking?

Walking is good for you, obviously. But can it whip you into shape?

Just Move: Scientist Author Debunks Myths About Exercise And Sleep

”There’s all different kinds of physical activity, and it’s all good in different ways.”

How the Pandemic Now Ends

Cases of COVID-19 are rising fast. Vaccine uptake has plateaued. The pandemic will be over one day—but the way there is different now.

How to Remember What You Read

Consuming information is not the same as acquiring knowledge. No idea could be further from the truth.

Among the Insurrectionists

The Capitol was breached by Trump supporters who had been declaring, at rally after rally, that they would go to violent lengths to keep the President in power. A chronicle of an attack foretold.

How to Think Clearly

By learning to question and clarify your thoughts, you’ll improve your self-knowledge and become a better communicator.

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