How Can We Reduce Or Stop Ruminating? Rumination is something we see a lot of in personal, professional and spiritual growth literature. It happens when we replay a conversation, an argument, a tough situation over and over in our heads with no justification for doing so. We're trying to make sense of it with our own head and that never works. Ruminating isn't just an example of our inability to let go. There's also an emotional component to ruminating, which contributes to…
An Introductory Overview To Astronomy And The Universe Astronomy is the scientific study of celestial objects, space and the physical Universe. Astronomers can study stars, planets, galaxies and other space phenomena to learn about the formation of the Universe. People have always been interested in astronomy. However, it was not until the invention of the telescope, that people could really begin to understand what was out there in outer space. The first person to use a…
Principals And Concepts, That Have Positive Impacts On Humanity It is my argument that, in order to evolve as a species, you must first understand concepts that have positive impacts on humanity. When you have a better understanding of how to move forward with what is considered to be good for all, you will see a positive shift in your society. The world has never been more connected than it is today, with people and social groups able to connect in ways, that have never…
Fate Versus Free Will: The Classic Philosophical Debate Philosophical debates have been around as long as the human species has. One of the most enduring philosophical debates revolves around the issue of fate and free will. The questions of fate and free will pertain to your understanding of what role chance vs. choice has in guiding your lives. In this philosophical discussion, the classical theory of fate is introduced by the Noble One (Plato), and the foundational theory…
Sharing Economy: The Transition To The Age Of Renting The sharing economy is changing how you live and how business is done and with this shift you are in a new age. One that is often referred to as *"the age of renting"*. It's a title that is inherently a good thing, but it also provides a good example of what's wrong with the current economic system. Despite the irrefutable need for this new age, there are some problems where logic and reason should prevail. The renting…
How To Get To Know A New Person During A Conversation The things you say and do in a first meeting are as important as the words you hear and the questions you ask. This is the first opportunity to put a face to the name and inspire a sense of trust. Every detail matters, because the feeling of trust you get from the very first conversation is crucial to the success of the relationship. When you meet someone who doesn't click with you, it can come across as a *"dislike"*. To…
Is Hypnosis Real Or Fake? There is a question lingering around if hypnosis is real or fake. I have a surprising, but not shocking answer. They are all real, but dogmas and what society has deemed *"real"* have long ago been re-engineered and re-designed by humans. In fact, leading scientists today know how hypnotherapy really works and how you can use it as a form of self-discovery and transformation. Everyone is at a different stage in their own personal journey towards…
The Difference Between Intrinsic And Extrinsic Value When it comes to choosing between products, it can be difficult to know what you find intrinsically valuable. If you love it, it's probably worth it, but if you really value it, it might be worth spending more money. It's up to you to decide which is which. Extrinsic value is the price of a product. Intrinsic value is about going beyond the price of the product. Intrinsic value is about the true power of a product to…
The Process Of Writing Makes You Curious When you give writing a hard time, you're also giving yourself a hard time, which is not what you want. Here's the thing: everyone is always going to have their struggles with writing. When it comes to writing, one of the most important things I have learned since I am writing is that the process itself will always keep you curious. Anything can happen at any point, which makes writing fascinating for you. It's important to find the…
The Mandela Effect: Why We Remember Things, That Never Existed The Mandela Effect is the hypothesis, that through a psychological phenomenon known as a "collective delusion", several people can believe a false memory is true even though it never occurred in reality. The theory holds, that what we remember about history or present events is actually completely wrong. A new idea, theory, or memory is created and then spreads not just on social media, but throughout the wider…
What Does Time Mean To You And How Do You Define It The thing about time is that it is something that people project onto a situation. People tend to see what they want to see in time, or what they are used to seeing. This is why time can be seen as a concept, that is constructed by human beings. In addition, time tends to be perceived as linear, but this is not necessarily always the case. One can have the experience of time in which all events are perceived as…
The Power And Influence Of Myths! Myths are powerful social narratives with important insights into how you perceive your realities and make decisions about your societies. Many myths have deep origins and make their way into your day-to-day lives. Although your ancestors often lived in primitive times and had no other option, it's important to know what the reality of myths is. A human being's standard of living can be improved or reduced by myths. Isn't mythology one of…
Can The Laws Of Physics Be Defied? Physics comes with its own set of laws called the Laws of Physics. But what if I told you, that in physics there are only rules of thumb and often the rules, that are made are made to be broken. This idea has been to the test and found a lot more flexibility, than it should have. From measuring the existence of life to the future of space travel, physics might surprise you. An idea, that defies the laws of physics proves just how…
Music Alters Our Mood And Brings Up Memories Our emotions are often linked with our surroundings, whether it be the music we listen to, our favorite TV show's theme song or just a line of melody. This emotionally driven mindset sometimes makes it difficult for us to remember that even if we hear the same melody, we might feel a different way about it. Music is said to stimulate the production of mood-regulating chemicals, that our brain creates, such as dopamine which can…
The Simulation Hypothesis: Do We Really Live In A Matrix? Ever since the "The Simulation Hypothesis" first circulated around social media, the idea has taken hold, that we live in a computer-generated simulation. We live in a simulation system created by a civilization with much more advanced technology, than ours. This is the question that has been asked by many people, but only a small percentage actually has a strong belief that it is true. On the other hand, a…
Expressing Identity Through Clothing - A Living Interface Of Communication The way that we dress reflects who we are. The interface of what we show the world is something we can choose and modify based on our mood or the context of the day. Over 60% of Americans are wearing clothes as self-expression. Labels are more than just a store name, they're akin to a badge of identity. But what if we want to express something entirely different? This is why it's important to find the…
5 Key Elements To Write Killer Movie Scenes Every movie has a moment that's destined to become a classic, a sequence that sparks conversation and makes audiences draw breath. But what makes movies so captivating are the little moments in between the big scenes, moments that feel so normal, so real. Moments that are lost as easily as they're created. Every film has a moment in which the audience tense, in fear and expectation, to see what's going to happen next. The question…
The Power Of Self-Discipline: Create Your Life's Dreams Maybe you think power is the key to success - that you have to have a lot of it. But if it actually takes one thing to create your reality, it's self-discipline. By consistently pushing yourself to do what you don't think you can, you can eventually become someone who has the power to do anything they want in life. Have you ever thought about what your life would look like if you had the power to impact everything you…
Why Internal Resistance Prevents Us From A Positive Change Being natural and unplanned is very much worth it, because often we need to fight the good fight, but there are times when change must be forced. Every change needs internal support, especially when it is something that is seen as a positive change, like meeting our health goals, loosing weight, healthy and well balanced eating or lifestyle, or giving up a bad habit. We all have an internal resistance to change -…
What Neuroscience Has To Teach Us About Learning The brain is a complex place, but it may finally provide some information about how to optimally learn. Neuroscience knowledge can open doors for better teaching techniques, innovative learning content and personalized learning. Neuroscience research can also help guide educators on how to motivate students and reduce the achievement gap. Successful learning is largely taking place in a different part of the brain, than you…
The Negative Prejudice Is A Hostile Attitude The negative prejudice is the attitude that discourages us from moving forward. Wherever we are, whatever we are doing, whoever we are meeting and whatever the task we are trying to accomplish, the negative prejudice is there to hold us back. It's almost like a third person in our lives, only it's always whispering awful things in our ears. When it comes to how people feel about different places, things, other nationalities or…
Helping Others: Know When, How And Who To Help Do you always help the people in need without expecting anything in return? It's not always a piece of cake and you might get bitten, but well worth it as you see some smiles on their face. Creating connection with a smile is a great feeling. In a world, where there are a multitude of people no one likes to be the "taker" it is a moral dilemma. But in instances, where taking is needed or the person in need is unable to help…
Coffee As A Status Symbol: Why People Would Pay More For Coffee Ever been to a coffee shop, where they charge more for the same coffee, because they have a different logo on their cups or walls? That's just one example of how logos shill products and like products logos have convinced consumers to pay more, logos have convinced brands to spend their marketing budgets on prestigious or exclusive logos. This can be a monetization tactic, or it could have a very high ROI.…
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