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Progress Often Feels Like Setback Before Success
SocialApr 29, 2026

Progress Often Feels Like Setback Before Success

Growth often looks worse before it looks better. A Rubik’s cube can seem more scrambled in the middle of a solve, even when the solver is getting closer. https://t.co/6DTF7kZqZb

By Carl Paoli
Origami‑Inspired Tent Harnesses Snow for Warmth
SocialApr 29, 2026

Origami‑Inspired Tent Harnesses Snow for Warmth

Origami Meets Survival: A Tent That Uses Snow to Keep You Warm by @IntEngineering #EmergingTech #Engineering #Technology https://t.co/LfmBZqHrdv

By Ron van Loon
Calm Mind, True Strength: Ancient Wisdom Endures
SocialApr 29, 2026

Calm Mind, True Strength: Ancient Wisdom Endures

Marcus Aurelius wrote this over 1800 years ago: “The nearer a man comes to a calm mind, the closer he is to strength.”

By Ravi Shah
Consistent Effort Wins in Slow Markets and High Quotas
SocialApr 29, 2026

Consistent Effort Wins in Slow Markets and High Quotas

Slow market + high quota = opportunity for those willing to stay consistent. In this episode, Meridith Elliott Powell and I break down how to keep momentum, build trust, and win in tough conditions. Stay active. Stay focused. Keep showing value. https://t.co/ZfOWu03zHs

By Mark Hunter
AI Detects Hidden Pancreatic Cancer at 73% Accuracy
SocialApr 29, 2026

AI Detects Hidden Pancreatic Cancer at 73% Accuracy

An AI that detects occult pancreatic cancer better than radiologists (73 vs 39%) via CT with external validation https://t.co/NIiIFjlyxp https://t.co/8aVAmy0eFl

By Eric Topol
Investing in Yourself Unlocks New Possibilities and Confidence
SocialApr 29, 2026

Investing in Yourself Unlocks New Possibilities and Confidence

I actually remember the first time I invested in myself… I genuinely thought I was being irresponsible. Like, you want me to spend money to go to a conference? For what 😭 It literally took pulling teeth to get me there....

By Olivia Tati
Parenthood Turns Everyday Life Into Real‑Time Thriller
SocialApr 29, 2026

Parenthood Turns Everyday Life Into Real‑Time Thriller

One thing I found recently is that I can’t watch suspense dramas anymore. Now that my kids are doing really challenging work… daily life feels like the ultimate cliffhanger. Will by son pass his instrument rating check flight? Will he join the...

By John Konrad
Changing a Book’s Release Date Creates Logistical and Marketing Chaos
SocialApr 29, 2026

Changing a Book’s Release Date Creates Logistical and Marketing Chaos

Moving a pub date means a logistics nightmare. It happens but not generally as in "let's pull this from October and move it to April." Not only are distributors and bookstores going to be irritated if you change your dates,...

By Silvia Moreno-Garcia
A Full Heart and Ego‑free Mind Spark Joy
SocialApr 29, 2026

A Full Heart and Ego‑free Mind Spark Joy

When your heart is full and your mind is free of yourself, your feet will Dance. #SadhguruQuotes https://t.co/1GlQRqJ1FO

By Sadhguru (J. Vasudev)
Promote Your Books in Crises: Offer Readers Joy
SocialApr 29, 2026

Promote Your Books in Crises: Offer Readers Joy

Never feel bad about promoting your books, even and especially in moments of crisis. One, the people creating the crisis want you demoralized and on your back foot. Deny them. Two, people caugh in crisis need their moments of joy...

By John Scalzi
Autonomous Labs Essential to Preserve US Scientific Leadership
SocialApr 29, 2026

Autonomous Labs Essential to Preserve US Scientific Leadership

If the US is going to keep our lead in science we need autonomous labs. Awesome leadership from @ScienceUnderSec and the Genesis Mission !

By Jason Kelly
Half‑Read Kindle Deal Sparks Renewed Interest
SocialApr 29, 2026

Half‑Read Kindle Deal Sparks Renewed Interest

US Kindle customers, great deal I read about half the book and liked it, need to pick it back up https://t.co/1fRjspeMAQ

By Brian Shannon, CMT
Loose, Pleated Shorts Just Above Knee Are Ideal
SocialApr 29, 2026

Loose, Pleated Shorts Just Above Knee Are Ideal

LETS TALK SHORTS: IMO they should fit loose (why anyone would want a slim fit short is beyond me) and I personally love a pleat. Length wise, just above the knee is ideal. Here are 4 great pairs - Aaron...

By Jake Woolf
Leaders Must Embrace Intellectual Humility Amid Uncertainty
SocialApr 29, 2026

Leaders Must Embrace Intellectual Humility Amid Uncertainty

I cannot stress enough - if you want to meet the moment as a leader today you MUST build some intellectual humility. We are all guessing about the future - some more educated than others but no one knows....

By Meg Bear
Austin BBQ Praised, Yet Kansas City Remains Underrated
SocialApr 29, 2026

Austin BBQ Praised, Yet Kansas City Remains Underrated

“The barbecue in Austin is apparently to die for, and I don’t know if that’s true, but they probably haven’t ever been to Kansas City.” Best toast ever @TerryBlacks_BBQ

By Matt Charney
Stop Worrying, Embrace Life, Learning, and Growth
SocialApr 29, 2026

Stop Worrying, Embrace Life, Learning, and Growth

Do not use your energy to worry. Life is too short to worry about stupid things. Have fun. Fall in love. Regret nothing and do not let people bring you down.  Study, think, create and grow. Teach yourself and teach others.  —Professor Richard...

By Vala Afshar
Real Lifestyle Changes Shed 100+ Lbs, No Ozempic
SocialApr 29, 2026

Real Lifestyle Changes Shed 100+ Lbs, No Ozempic

HS football 100+ lb Transformation (No OzempicJust Real Lifestyle Changes) No lineman should be > 300 lbs were his words. He wanted to change. He wanted my help and accountability. Will was a 16-year-old high school football athlete who was struggling misinformed...

By Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, CISSN
Ari Returns in Marc
SocialApr 29, 2026

Ari Returns in Marc

And just like that....She's Back ❤️❤️❤️ Ari wearing themarcjacobs for @louisvuitton Fall 2011 Fetish Pumps 🎶🎶 7/31/2026

By Law Roach
Pacha NY 2026 Lineup Expands Globally, Adds ZHU
SocialApr 29, 2026

Pacha NY 2026 Lineup Expands Globally, Adds ZHU

With @ZHUmusic joining @Pacha New York, the new nightclub's 2026 lineup continues growing more globally diverse with artists representing Africa, Europe, North and South America, and the U.K. so far + two Pride Month offerings More on @Forbes: https://t.co/h9jJ3HdhZv

By Jeff Benjamin
Cheese Discovery Sparks Oregon Coast Vacation Plans
SocialApr 29, 2026

Cheese Discovery Sparks Oregon Coast Vacation Plans

ok so while I've got this big project that I'm procrastinating on, I learned that the cheese that I buy by the brick at Costco comes from the Oregon Coast. So then Threads started showing me a ton of Oregon...

By Kofuzi
2026 Lexus RX 450h+ Shines with Sleek New Grill
SocialApr 29, 2026

2026 Lexus RX 450h+ Shines with Sleek New Grill

Catching up on some edits. Love that grill on the 2026 Lexus RX 450h+! https://t.co/UMswxqIeiY @Lexus #Lexus #lexusnation #lexusrx450h #phev #phevs https://t.co/GyBjrmqRPW

By John Velasco
Clean Power Outpaces Rising Demand, Peak Looms Soon
SocialApr 29, 2026

Clean Power Outpaces Rising Demand, Peak Looms Soon

This is the first year that electricity demand grew and yet was ourpaced by clean electricity. 2025 was a special year. 2026 probably won't repeat this. But the true peak of global electricity demand is now on the horizon.

By Ramez Naam
Discover Why My New Social Selling Book Matters
SocialApr 29, 2026

Discover Why My New Social Selling Book Matters

Why Purchase My New Social Selling Book? by @Timothy_Hughes https://t.co/1wHgdbMARE @DLAIgnite #SocialSelling #DigitalSelling #Sales #SalesTips #SalesLeader #Marketing #Leadership #MarketingStrategy #MarketingTips #SalesEnablement https://t.co/NVqeibypNl

By Tim Hughes
‘86’ Isn’t a Call for Murder, Just Slang
SocialApr 29, 2026

‘86’ Isn’t a Call for Murder, Just Slang

Oh lordy... here comes the lawfare madness again 🤦 86 when I grew up in the restaurant business meant “to get rid of” something (ie “86 clams” meant to take clams off the menu). I was told it had two origins: 1....

By Jason Calacanis
Guatemala Feels Safer than Home, Despite Advisory
SocialApr 29, 2026

Guatemala Feels Safer than Home, Despite Advisory

People told me not to travel to a country with a level 3 travel advisory… and I felt safer walking the streets of Guatemala than I do in America.

By Anna Baker
Early Routines and Minimal Distractions Drive My Productivity
SocialApr 29, 2026

Early Routines and Minimal Distractions Drive My Productivity

I am most productive with this system: - 5:30 AM wake up - Light mobility & cardio - 4 hours of focused writing - No phone usage in the morning - Only espresso & water until 11 AM - Meetings & calls only one day per...

By Dickie Bush
The Perfect Book Reignites My Romantasy Passion
SocialApr 29, 2026

The Perfect Book Reignites My Romantasy Passion

Started The Wicked Sea by Jordan Stephanie Gray this week and I'm actually really into it. It's a Little Mermaid-inspired Romantasy with some magic woven in and honestly I'd fallen out of the genre for a while because everything started feeling...

By Samantha (Strategic Bookkeeper & Fractional CFO for Creatives)
Embrace Feelings, Let Go, Keep Moving Forward
SocialApr 28, 2026

Embrace Feelings, Let Go, Keep Moving Forward

Let It Go...Just Let It Go https://t.co/zX7Q2yt0Zv Life throws situations at us that we can’t turn off in our heads. Recognizing these feelings helps us understand ourselves and keeps us moving forward. @fsonnenberg https://t.co/IW8O8vk4Nr

By Annette Franz
Small Spaces Can Raise Kids; Size Myth Debunked
SocialApr 28, 2026

Small Spaces Can Raise Kids; Size Myth Debunked

As someone raising an infant in a 900 sq ft apt, the idea that a 2000 sq ft house isn't big enough for children is just obviously absurd

By Dylan Matthews
Kid‑friendly Homes Need More Bedrooms, Not Square Footage
SocialApr 28, 2026

Kid‑friendly Homes Need More Bedrooms, Not Square Footage

The key to a house being “kid friendly” is the number of BEDROOMS … more than the unit size It turns out, babies are small

By Bobby Fijan
Feeling Worse? It’s Actually Emotional Growth
SocialApr 28, 2026

Feeling Worse? It’s Actually Emotional Growth

Things that make you feel like you are getting worse, but are actually a sign you're learning how to regulate your emotions.

By Nicole LePera, PhD
Measure Sales by Revenue per Hour, Not Activities
SocialApr 28, 2026

Measure Sales by Revenue per Hour, Not Activities

I measure my selling day in revenue per hour. My blended target is $3,000 per hour, and on prospecting specifically I push for $10,400. Most salespeople track activities: calls made, emails sent, meetings booked. Those are inputs, and inputs don't pay your mortgage. Revenue...

By Chris Orlob
Critical Thinking Celebrates TCM Festival and Classic Cinema
SocialApr 28, 2026

Critical Thinking Celebrates TCM Festival and Classic Cinema

I love the original @RottenTomatoes series, Critical Thinking. Newest episode touts the @tcm film festival and classic cinema - featuring TCM’s Ben Mankiewicz and critics Alonso Duralde, Carla Renata, and Kristen Lopez. The team puts so much love into this...

By Erik Davis
Prioritize God's Voice Over Others' Opinions
SocialApr 28, 2026

Prioritize God's Voice Over Others' Opinions

We spend far too much time worrying about what others think… and not nearly enough time focused on what God thinks. I’ve read Whisper by @MarkBatterson over 20 times, and it’s still one of my all-time favorites. Every time I pick...

By Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, CISSN
Discussing Big Science Philanthropy with Todd White
SocialApr 28, 2026

Discussing Big Science Philanthropy with Todd White

NEXT WEEK: May 5 @ 10AM PT. We're having a live conversation with Todd White @DToddWhite (Director @TTIScience ) We'll be talking Big Science philanthropy, fundraising, and the mission at Thalion Initiative. RSVP: https://t.co/x90ffdjSOQ

By Nathan Cheng
Editors Drop New Single, Announce 2027 European Tour
SocialApr 28, 2026

Editors Drop New Single, Announce 2027 European Tour

Editors' new single "Call It In" is out now, their first music since 2022. A 2027 UK and European tour follows, with tickets on sale April 30 in Europe and May 1 in the UK. Details and ticket info here:...

By Eric Alper
Stay the Course: Overwhelm Fades, Success Awaits
SocialApr 28, 2026

Stay the Course: Overwhelm Fades, Success Awaits

Don’t quit too early. I know it may seem too overwhelming right now, but trust me… it’s worth it. Crush it friend 👊💯

By Sean Cannell
Lifestyle Changes Can Prevent Nearly Half of Dementia
SocialApr 28, 2026

Lifestyle Changes Can Prevent Nearly Half of Dementia

45% of dementia cases are entirely preventable with lifestyle changes. @fountainlife_hq  found that 25% of their members had advanced brain age. After 13 months of optimized sleep, nutrition, and exercise, they improved brain age in 46% of those cases. You can become...

By Peter H. Diamandis
Glycogen Depletion, Not Low Blood Sugar, Saps Performance
SocialApr 28, 2026

Glycogen Depletion, Not Low Blood Sugar, Saps Performance

💥 Feeling sluggish mid-workout or game? It could be a glycogen drop, not just “low energy.” Glycogen is your body’s stored form of carbs the main fuel your muscles rely on during intense training. When it runs low (due to poor...

By Wendi Irlbeck, MS, RDN, CISSN
Need a Ghostwriter? I Can Refer One
SocialApr 28, 2026

Need a Ghostwriter? I Can Refer One

Planning to write a book? 🤔 I have an absolutely incredible ghostwriter working with me on my book 👻 If you’re looking for a referral, DM me!

By Darren Marble
Hayley Williams Announces Hollywood Bowl Solo Album Showcase
SocialApr 28, 2026

Hayley Williams Announces Hollywood Bowl Solo Album Showcase

Hayley Williams brings "The Hayley Williams Show" to the Hollywood Bowl on October 5, covering all three solo albums and then some. Presale registration open now through April 30. https://t.co/wS8Uypdi86

By Eric Alper
Stop Seeking More Info—Choose Courage over Fear
SocialApr 28, 2026

Stop Seeking More Info—Choose Courage over Fear

You likely don’t need more information. You need to remember all the reasons to overcome whatever fear or friction holding you back from applying what you already know. Less content, more courage.

By Jim Kwik
Model Vulnerability at Home to Boost Kids' Emotional Intelligence
SocialApr 28, 2026

Model Vulnerability at Home to Boost Kids' Emotional Intelligence

Emotional intelligence starts at home. Learn how modeling vulnerability can build stronger bonds with your kids. Listen now: https://t.co/SyKAeVd0Jd

By Chris Lewis
Books Fail From Invisibility, Not Poor Quality
SocialApr 28, 2026

Books Fail From Invisibility, Not Poor Quality

Author insight—many books don’t fail because they’re bad—they fail because not enough readers ever saw them. Visibility is often the real problem, not quality.

By Bink Cummings
Rare MJ‑McCartney Studio Footage From Thriller Sessions
SocialApr 28, 2026

Rare MJ‑McCartney Studio Footage From Thriller Sessions

Video: Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney recorded "The Girl Is Mine" in 1982 as the lead single from 'Thriller.' Rare studio footage of the session is here and worth every moment: https://t.co/3TcQOYyPlR

By Eric Alper
Elegant Mediterranean Dining Shines at W Nashville’s Zaytinya
SocialApr 28, 2026

Elegant Mediterranean Dining Shines at W Nashville’s Zaytinya

Zaytinya is new inside of the W Nashville by Chef Jose Andres. It’s an elegant take on Mediterranean and everything was fresh, flavorful and delicious. If you’re looking for a good patio, good atmosphere, good service and drinks, head...

By loveleighlove
DIV Fund Scales Life‑Saving Solutions with Growing Backers
SocialApr 28, 2026

DIV Fund Scales Life‑Saving Solutions with Growing Backers

With roots in a shuttered USAID, the DIV Fund is working to scale cost-effective and life-saving solutions. Who's backing it so far? Constance Matthiessen Reports: https://tinyurl.com/nw9fmnnb Related IP Resources: Grants for Global Development -https://tinyurl.com/533vjt2t Report: Giving for Global Development -https://tinyurl.com/mrwhwzt6 Report: Giving for Global Humanitarian...

By Inside Philanthropy
Prioritize Functional Strength and Proper Form over Bulk
SocialApr 28, 2026

Prioritize Functional Strength and Proper Form over Bulk

Real talk from sophiaspamssometimes ! Can we at least get to where we can do a quality rep bodyweight push up and chin up before we worry about being bulky? And can we consider functional strength too and not just...

By Bret Contreras, PhD, CSCS*D
Colorado's Shrinking Snowpack Prompts Urgent Conservation Action
SocialApr 28, 2026

Colorado's Shrinking Snowpack Prompts Urgent Conservation Action

Colorado is experiencing the impacts of a changing climate in real time. As @nasa highlights, snowpack in the Upper Colorado Basin is becoming less reliable: https://science.nasa.gov/earth/earth-observatory/snow-is-scarce-in-the-upper-colorado-basin/ That’s why we’ve taken action by investing in conservation and drought mitigation projects, and by working...

By Governor Jared Polis