Tim Phillips Show, 6/1/26

A new survey by Datingnews.com reveals that 58% of people would be bothered if a friend dated their ex (65% of women versus 43% of men). Other findings:

- 40% of people have avoided dating someone because they dated someone they know

- 44% of singles say their dating pool overlaps with their friends’ dating pool

Monday Morning Mystery - DO YOU LOVE ME    CONTOURS    #3 in 1962, #11 in 1988 (Dirty Dancing Soundtrack)

TEMPTATIONS, MARVELLETS, JACKIE WILSON

R&B vocal group from Detroit, Michigan: Billy Gordon, Billy Hoggs, Joe Billingslea, Sylvester Potts, Huey Davis (guitar; died on 2/23/2002, age 63) and Hubert Johnson (died on 7/11/1981). Dennis Edwards, a member in 1967, joined The Temptations in 1968. Gordon was married to Georgeanna Tillman of The Marvelettes. Johnson was the cousin of Jackie Wilson.

Having a third wheel in your relationship can be awkward, but for a lot of us, it’s not a friend, but our phones. It’s not surprising, since we all spend a lot of time on our phones, but research shows that couples spend more than a quarter (27%) of their time together using their phones. And the same study finds that when partners interact with their phones instead of each other, relationship satisfaction and well-being can take a hit.

According to a study from Lovehoney, over a third of people (35%) admit that being on their phone makes them less willing to be intimate with their partner. And that number jumps to 45% for millennials. But some phone habits are worse for relationships than others, and psychotherapists and couples counselors warn that these are the ones you may want to rethink.

Reaching for your phone after sex - Those moments of post-intimacy bliss should be for connecting and tenderness, not scrolling. If you’ve ever had a partner reach for their phone instead of connecting with you, you’re not alone, as the Lovehoney research shows 25% of people grab their phone right after sex. "This is the moment of greatest vulnerability between two partners,” explains therapist Matthew Bernarda. “When one of them immediately reaches for the phone, that moment does not end naturally. It is abruptly interrupted.”

Phubbing - This refers to phone snubbing, or ignoring your partner to scroll on your phone instead. We’ve all done it, sometimes without even realizing it, but it can leave your partner feeling less important than the notification you just got. "It is not about a single event, but rather an ongoing one, where a person keeps checking the phone in the middle of a conversation, does not really listen, and responds slowly," says Natasha Davalt, marriage and family therapist. Over time this can erode the couples’ emotional bond and connection.

Checking your partner’s phone without permission - This can ruin trust in a relationship, according to Bernarda. “It shows that the person going through the phone is looking for proof that everything is okay," he says. "But the act of going through the phone is proof itself that something is wrong.”

Parallel scrolling for hours - Being able to share quiet time where neither partner feels the need to talk can show you're comfortable with each other. Scrolling next to each other for short bursts can be fine, just not for hours on end.

Source: Mashable

Tim's News You Can't Use 

There's no way to guarantee you'll have a good day, but starting it off with something sweet may help. A new study suggests that adults who add a daily serving of fruit juice or a smoothie are more likely to feel happier and report fewer symptoms of depression. The study, which focused on people who weren’t getting enough fruits and vegetables, found that once they added a simple "sweet treat" like juice in the morning, they not only boosted their overall fruit intake, but also saw improvements in mood. Scientists say part of the reason could be how sugar affects the brain. Sweet flavors can trigger dopamine — the feel-good chemical — which helps explain why even a small indulgence can lift your mood. But there’s a catch: moderation matters. Experts warn that too much sugar can harm your health, especially your heart. So. the takeaway isn’t to load up on sweets — it’s that a balanced diet can include a small, enjoyable treat. 
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Brit + Co says veterinarians are recommending dog owners not FaceTime with their pets when they are on vacation this Summer. Veterinarian Dr Alex Crow says,"Dogs rely heavily on scent, body language, and physical presence to understand their environment. When they hear their owner's voice through a phone but can't locate them, it creates a sensory mismatch. In the brain, this triggers a form of expectation without resolution. The dog recognizes the voice and anticipates reunion — but when that doesn't happen, it can lead to confusion or frustration."
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A group of high school students in China just set a new Guinness World Record for the biggest remote-controlled paper plane
The team came from Shenzhen Zhili Middle School and was led by a first-year student named Zhu Junjie
They spent almost six months building the giant plane, which has a wingspan of around 20 feet and a body just over 16 feet long
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American mountain climber Tyler Andrews has broken a 23-year-old speed record on Mount Everest, cutting over an hour off the previous time. Climbing from Everest Base Camp to the ultimate summit with the help of supplemental oxygen, Andrews completed the brutal ascent in a staggering 9 hours and 55 minutes. The incredible feat beat the 2003 record of 10 hours and 56 minutes held by Lhakpa Gelu Sherpa. 
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People magazine says Haley Contreras, of Adelanto, California, recently graduated from college before high school. She received her degree from Chaffey College a week before graduating from Hesperia High School. Later this month, Haley will also graduate from Victor Valley College. She will have four Associates degrees from both colleges by the time she attends the University of California-Berkeley in the Fall. Her family set up a GoFundMe page to help with her tuition.
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The NY Post says a Richmond, Virginia high school graduation turned chaotic when a spectator rushed the stage. Evan J. Williams Jr.  was arrested on disorderly conduct and damage to private property after he ran on stage and attacked a student who was receiving his diploma. Other students joined in the fight before police officers broke it up. Oo injuries were reported. Williams won't say why he attacked 
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 The NY Post says a Johnston, Rhode Island high school yearbook has a massive misspelling. The word 'school' is missing the letter 'c' on the book's spine. Superintendent Scott Sutherland apologized in a letter to families. Treering says the yearbook was printed exactly as the school approved it.  Some parents and students call it funny
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No “ragrets” here. A Swedish mom thought it would be sweet to get her children’s names tattooed on her arm, but there was a problem. The artist misspelled her son Kevin’s name, instead making it “Kelvin.” Johanna Giselhäll Sandström had a couple of choices on the fix and chose to legally change her son’s name to Kelvin. Fair enough. The process to correct a tatt is painful and expensive!