Woman throws her own Costco-themed birthday party and it's a Costco fan's dream

1 [Woman throws her own Costco-themed birthday party and it's a Costco fan's dream]( Many would easily forgo a trip to [Disneyland]( in favor of a day at the magical, budget-friendly world of [Costco](. There’s a distinct type of thrill at being able to bulk buy anything the heart desires—clothing, foods both general and niche, electronics, a tub of [Nutella you could literally bathe in]( while being offered delicious samples. It’s as though you’ve entered the marketplace of a foreign land, and everyone knows you’re royalty. And considering that birthday parties are often a time for people to treat themselves like kings and queens, is it really any wonder that someone decided to create their very own Costco-themed soirée? Maybe not, but seeing how it comes together is still pretty spectacular. [Read the story]( 2 [Woman says the next generation of girls will be 'a force to be reckoned with']( Parents around the world were still gasping for breath while trying to deal with their Gen Z kids. But now it looks like there is another upcoming generation that is going to provide more challenges for parents with their intelligence and attitude: Generation Alpha. Lately, several parents are sharing their experiences on social media, narrating how their kids, especially daughters belonging to this generation, barely have a filter on them. Since the oldest members of this generation are about to turn 13 and the youngest members are yet to be born, many parents have concerns about how they will raise the kids with ease. One mom, who also happens to be a psychiatric nurse practitioner and a mental health advocate, shared a video on TikTok which sparked a conversation amongst the moms of Gen Alpha in the comment section. In her video, [@thatpsychnp]( talked about how fierce the girls of this generation are getting lately. [Read the story]( Did a friend forward this to you? [Subscribe here]( 3 [Facebook group rallies to reunite members with long lost childhood items]( Many of us associate connection with social media: connection to the world, to friends and family, and perhaps even to others who share their ideas and hobbies. Sometimes, that connection can restore old relationships or begin new ones. For Mavis Moon, however, social media is what helped reunite her with a long-lost family member: a blue, stuffed toy dog. Moon was raised by her grandfather, who struggled with chronic health problems. One day when they were home alone, he suffered a massive heart attack. She immediately dialed 9-1-1, and when the emergency responders who arrived on the scene recognized how traumatized she was after witnessing the event, they consoled her with a blue stuffed dog. Her grandfather eventually recovered, and from that day forward she was never without her dog. He became a member of the family. [Read the story]( 4 [Clinical psychologist lists signs that mean it’s time to seek mental health help]( Knowing when to seek [mental health care]( is not always as cut and dry as people may believe. Many people wrestle with whether or not they should speak to a [therapist]( psychiatrist or even their primary care physician about their struggles. Working in mental health, it often comes up that people minimize their own struggles with the thought that someone else has it worse so they shouldn't be struggling. This may cause people to second guess when exactly they need to seek help. Dr. Julie, a clinical psychologist, [posted a video on her TikTok page]( order to help people figure out when they should seriously consider going to see a therapist. Some people may be surprised by the signals that indicate a need for therapy. In the video, which has over 33k likes, Dr. Julie acts out different scenarios without speaking as what she's experiencing in those moments floats above her head in text overlay. [Read the story]( 5 [Dapper British man delights strangers with 'devastatingly effective' compliments]( Complimenting a totally random stranger on the street is a great way to get some serious side-eye. But British comedian [Troy Hawke is such a maste]( at the unique and sincere compliment that he spreads a bit of joy wherever he goes. Hawke’s [comedic persona]( is an erudite, sophisticated 1930s Errol Flynn-style throwback, and people seem to appreciate a [compliment]( a man who clearly has mastered the art of etiquette and grace. In[a recent TikTok video]( that received over 9 million views, the comedian throws a total charm storm on Notting Hill in London, where he [compliments]( strangers on their wardrobes, how they walk and their driving skills. The cool thing is that everyone who receives a compliment from Hawke seems to enjoy the encounter. [Read the story]( Find us on the World Wide Web: [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Twitter]( [Website]( [LinkedIn]( Copyright © 2023 GOOD | Upworthy, All rights reserved. 1370 N St Andrews Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90028 You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](.