Florida has the second-largest population of Americans 65+ years old in the country. And it’s not just by chance: warm weather and no state income tax are some of the benefits that draw retirees to the Sunshine State. The problem? Florida isn’t always the paradise retirees expect it to be. During my five years living…
After decades of working and saving, it’s finally time to enjoy retirement. All of your hard work has led up to this, so you understandably want to make sure your money lasts. Developing a retirement plan and budget before you retire is wise to help you maintain a positive financial situation once you leave the…
Stereotyping is something humans do naturally, as it helps us conceptualize and classify the complexities of our world. But that doesn’t mean stereotypes can’t be irritating or even damaging to the groups they’re about. Our team at Mindfully American researched assumptions Americans have about certain U.S. cities and analyzed why they’re stereotypes gone wrong. This…
Most of us have crossed paths with one or two snobs. But did you know that some states might be snobbier than others? A study by Zippia measured four factors to determine the snobbiness of each state: And now, here’s a much-needed disclaimer: We’re fully aware that a person can earn an arts and humanities…
Dr. House said it best — everybody lies. But what about lies whole societies tell themselves? In the 1990s, the University of Virginia ran a study that revealed students averaged two lies per day, and the general public averaged one lie. The problem? participants had to know they were lying to report it. Societal and…
Many of us dream of retirement. But as all too many retirees can attest to, spending one’s golden years office-free isn’t always as great as we picture it to be. Information about how to prepare financially before retirement abounds. But what about the retirees who have uh-oh moments after they’ve already stopped working? Mindfully American…
Who said you should stop traveling in your golden years? For some, it might be the best time to explore the world and enjoy a well-deserved getaway. So, whether you’re a fit retiree seeking adventure or you want a relaxing, easy-going vacation, these are the 20 destinations worth putting on your retirement bucket list. 1:…
No matter what diet you’re following, junk food, whether sweet or salty, is always in style for many people. How does your favorite pick-me-up snack stack up to the most popular one in your state? Measuring Snack Cravings Zippia selected 45 popular snacks, analyzing their search volume by state on Google Trends. Potato chips, candy,…
Let’s face it: We’ve all run into a less-than-friendly American or two. Maybe you’d even classify yourself in that category. But it goes beyond individuals; some cities are notorious for having a rude local culture (unfriendly New York City streets, anyone?). But stereotypes aren’t always true, so language learning marketplace Preply ran a study that…
Obesity is a widespread problem in the United States. So, when you hear about countries with thin residents, you might picture healthy populations. Sadly, except for two of the countries on this list, a slim figure doesn’t equate to healthiness. Ranking Thinness WorldAtlas analyzed global obesity rates by nation to determine the ten thinnest countries…
