If you really want to know what's going on in this country heading into the 2024 election,

you have to get away from the extremes and listen to the middle.

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Today's tip is to pursue your goals with a group,

so you can encourage each other and maintain motivation,

even when it's tempting to give up.

So you probably know from experience that long-term goals like running a marathon,

quitting smoking, or learning a new language, are easier when you're part of a community,

aiming for the same thing. There are a few reasons for this.

First, the social aspect makes your goal-directed behavior more fun.

My 10 mile runs with my running buddy go quicker than 10 mile runs done by myself.

Frugal living communities share tips,

barter skills, and pass along hand-me-downs.

That can make these behaviors seem less like sacrifices,

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