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Where Did ‘Ballpark Figure’ Come From?
And The Germiest Thing You Own
October 1, 2025
Every thought we think is creating our future. ”
It Really Is Quittin’ Time
Happy Wednesday, friends—halfway there! ✨
If your week’s felt a little too full of emails, errands, to-do lists, or endless scrolling, consider this your midweek breather.
Grab a seat, take a sip, and let today’s stories give you something more fun to think about (and talk about) than your inbox and social feeds.
TODAY’S PICKS
 | Where Did ‘Ballpark Figure’ Come From?We toss it around in meetings and money talk, but have you ever stopped to wonder why we say “ballpark figure” in the first place? |
 | For Everyone Who Says ‘I Don’t Have Time To Read’Want to sneak in more books, articles, or essays—despite your to-do list? This guide shows small, sustainable tricks to finally become the reader you’ve always wanted. |
 | Meet The Germiest Thing You OwnYour smartphone might be a germ hotspot—yup, that bright, sleek rectangle you touch all day. Here’s how to clean it right (without wrecking it). |
What’s stacked higher—your ‘to be read’ pile or your laundry?
