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Graduate of Georgia State University with a BA in Journalism. Master's candidate at Boston University.
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Growing up with a Greek grandfather means two things - never complaining about being hungry when you have an entire Mediterranean spread to eat, and obsessively drinking coffee with almost every meal. At least, that was the case with Zach Halvorson. Flashback to his high school days, and he was supplementing pre-workout with extra strength Greek coffee.
The AskMen editorial team thoroughly researches & reviews the best gear, services and staples for life. AskMen may get paid if you click a link in this article and buy a product or service. When it comes to maximizing productivity, there's only an upside to having double monitors.
Unless you're decked out in gloves and a hazmat suit, you're trekking in dirt and bacteria every time you do something as simple as going grocery shopping.
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The concept of "in one ear, and out the other" has no place in the office. In fact, one of the biggest employee complaints about an open office concept is the level of noise. The sounds people inadvertently pick up on when they're on the clock have major psychological and physical effects.
Love & Relationships
Love is in the air, but the answer to what to get your Valentine lays in the stars. Whether you're deep into a commitment or testing the waters of something new, Valentine's Day expectations can be panic-inducing, especially when it comes to certain zodiac signs (we're looking at you, Leos).
As much as graduation should be one of the happiest times of your life, moving on to the next chapter often means that some people will be physically left behind. When the job offers come rolling in, you'll find yourself weighing the pros and cons of moving.
It's critical that you let your partner know where your head is at, even if you feel it may "kill" the moment. It's much better to let your partner know what's up rather than sit in silence and suffer from what may be a lackluster or even painful experience.
Social media has made its mark on our generation. "Tweet" and "selfie" are officially part of the English dictionary and scrolling through your Instagram feed like it's the morning newspaper is a part of our daily routine. This level of influence has changed the way we view certain topics, including relationships.
To say that your sex drive is complicated would be an understatement. Formally known as "libido," it can randomly hit you when you're walking down the street, but leave when you're actually in bed with your partner. With all of the ups and downs that come with your sex drive, it's hard to feel like you're in control.