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Another Factor That Separates Sages From Masters
Read to the End to Help "Change The World" with our Earth Week Impact Launch Initiative! --- In my article The 8 Stages to a Quality Career, I detailed each of the steps one must go through to advance to the highest levels in any Industry.
Cody Dakota Wooten, C.B.C.Published 3 days ago in JournalWhen the Robots Took My Job
This is for RM Stockton's Write Club prompt for the month of April: AI Please allow me to vent. For "college," I went to a scam school that is now closed. We were promised internships that were never spoken of again after admissions, and we were promised help finding jobs. The first time I went to the career counselor's office, she was completely frazzled. She had no idea what to do with us, the film majors. The second time I visited her office, I let her know that I'd found myself a job, and she was visibly relieved.
Rebekah ConardPublished 7 days ago in JournalSabotage
Lately I’ve been in a funk where everything can be going right. You know I’m in a happy place talking to who knows, I’m at peace and feel like everything is just going great you know. But once I start seeing that everything is going great for some reason I need to sabotage it. I need to sabotage my happiness and what I have going on in my life so no one else is able to do it for me. Does that make sense? Am I the only one who gets this way?
Merjaunie LenaPublished 14 days ago in JournalUnderstanding Your Stress Gauge
Most people believe that Stress is Bad. However, it really doesn't work like that in Humans. See, Stress itself is neither Good nor Bad inherently.
Cody Dakota Wooten, C.B.C.Published 15 days ago in JournalPosting Letters
As Misty had gotten older and material items have become of less value to her she started to declutter all the boxes where she’d kept unnecessary bric-a-brac. There were documents, old love letters, trinkets, seashells, bus passes and brochures from trips she’d randomly collected in Europe, playbills from London in the 70’s and many other obscure items that no longer held her interest. She had been recommended a fantastic book to read on minimalizing and had also seen a wonderful documentary on decluttering which inspired her to apply these methods into her own life. She decided it was time to make the difference.
Debbi LonmonPublished about a year ago in JournalDid We Manifest AI Due to Collective Human Attitudes on Work?
Food for thought indeed. There is a mighty fine line between "AI is taking our jobs" as a downright conspiracy theory, to something that is true and proven in some (if not many) occupations; from cashiers to illustrators, and robotic surgery to name, let alone robot lawyers for real. Furthermore, this article is not designed to create more fear and uncertainty than what is already circulating in the cosmos, but rather to view AI and the world of work from a different perspective.
Justine CrowleyPublished 25 days ago in JournalMindful feet
I’m a life-long depressive, but I’ve mostly learned how to live with it. I can recognise when it’s getting worse, I know what helps and what doesn’t. I’ve read all the books and tried all the things and found what works for me. One of the things I tried along the way was mindfulness.
Alice ElizabethPublished 25 days ago in JournalAn Easter Lesson That Is Often Forgotten
Today is Easter, and in the world of Christianity, we often hear something like this. "He is Risen. Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia"
Cody Dakota Wooten, C.B.C.Published 29 days ago in Journal
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5 Reasons Why You Need Temporary Building Hire
Temporary building hire is a service that provides renting structures for short-term use. This could be from a few days to several months.
Advanced Climate RentalsPublished about an hour ago in JournalWhy Do We Dream?
Imagine this. It’s winter 1862 and you’re a chemistry professor in Belgium. You're tackling one of chemistry's biggest puzzles: the structure of Benzene. Benzene, a smelly and highly flammable hydrocarbon molecule, has an unusual ratio of carbon to hydrogen atoms. While most hydrocarbons have more hydrogen atoms than carbon, benzene has an equal number of each: 6. What peculiar molecular arrangement could accommodate these atoms? Feeling frustrated, you swivel your chair toward the cozy fire and doze off. As you slumber, images of atoms and molecules dance in your mind, coalescing into a series of intertwining snakes. Suddenly, one of the serpents coils around and bites its own tail, resembling the ancient symbol of the ouroboros. In this moment, you unravel the chemical structure of benzene — just as German chemist August Kekulé famously did in 1862, revolutionizing organic chemistry in the process. It's a contribution to science that immortalized him with a beloved statue, often adorned in whimsical attire. And all this while he was asleep. Thanks to... a dream? It sparks curiosity: Why DO we dream? August Kekulé's dream-induced discovery of benzene's molecular shape stands as one of history's most renowned dream instances. Yet, for most, dreams encompass more than scientific revelations. Throughout history, humans have pondered the purpose and significance of dreams, dating back to the ancient philosophies of Plato and Zhu Xi. However, only in recent decades have scientific endeavors shed light on the potential benefits of our nocturnal narratives. Yes, benefits — plural. Scientists propose that dreams may serve various functions influencing our success, intellect, and even survival. Each night, we devote approximately two hours to dreaming. Over a lifespan of 80 years, this accumulates to nearly 60,000 hours — akin to a decade of waking life. Such a considerable investment suggests that dreaming must confer some advantage; otherwise, why dedicate so much time to it? And everyone dreams... even if recollection evades us at times. We tend to remember the most peculiar ones, like the dream where Tom Hiddleston and I found ourselves rowing a boat amidst a storm, munching on sandwiches. That was bizarre. Nearly half of us recall at least one dream per week, with women more likely to remember their dreams daily compared to men. The brain undergoes several sleep phases, recurring throughout the night in cycles. Initially, we transition from wakefulness to sleep, accompanied by relaxation and slowed breathing. This leads to light sleep, characterized by further decreased breathing and body temperature. Subsequently, deep sleep ensues, distinguished by delta wave patterns in the brain. Finally, we enter REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, the stage where dreaming occurs. Throughout REM, brain activity surges, approaching wakeful levels. Practically all animals, from whales to wombats, partake in sleep, with many experiencing REM sleep. Hence, scientists posit that numerous animals, including our beloved pets, likely dream — perhaps of chasing a tantalizing red ball. Dream interpretation has evolved considerably throughout history. Across diverse cultures, dreams have carried spiritual significance, with interpretations even found in biblical texts. Ancient Egypt particularly embraced dream deciphering, compiling extensive volumes of common dreams and their purported meanings. Professional interpreters consulted these texts to decode dream messages for individuals seeking guidance. The belief in dreams as vessels of hidden messages persisted through the early 20th century. In 1900, Sigmund Freud's seminal work, "Interpretation of Dreams," popularized the notion that dreams offered insight into unconscious desires. Freud's theory stemmed from his own dream, famously known as "Irma's Injection," in which he postulated that unfulfilled waking wishes manifest in dreams, albeit disguised to conceal their true nature. Building upon Freud's foundation, Carl Jung expanded the realm of dream analysis, identifying universal archetypal symbols and suggesting dreams serve both compensatory and prospective functions. Despite these historical perspectives, modern scientific inquiry has shifted away from Freudian and Jungian frameworks. Contemporary researchers investigate the potential physiological functions and advantages of dreaming. Initially, dreams were perceived as mere byproducts of neurological processes — random neural firings stitched together by the brain into coherent narratives. However, empirical evidence contradicted this notion, revealing patterns and recurring themes within dreams. Subsequently, researchers proposed that dreams serve vital roles in brain function and cognition. Dream content often reflects waking experiences, particularly activities involving learning. Studies indicate that replaying experiences in dreams aids in memory consolidation, facilitating the transfer of short-term memories to long-term storage. Furthermore, dreams offer a platform for problem-solving and creativity. Individuals may find solutions to challenges by incubating problems before sleep, as demonstrated by the Tetris study, where participants dreamt about the game's imagery after extended gameplay. Despite these cognitive benefits, dreams can also turn nightmarish, plunging individuals into distressing scenarios. The Threat-Simulation Theory posits that nightmares serve as rehearsal spaces for confronting threatening situations, preparing individuals to cope with adversity. Similarly, the Social Simulation Theory suggests that dreams simulate social interactions, offering practice in navigating interpersonal relationships. Beyond psychological functions, dreams have inspired artistic and scientific breakthroughs. Notable works, such as The Beatles' "Yesterday," Salvador Dali's surreal masterpieces, and Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," have origins rooted in dream experiences. Scientists explore "Dream Incubation" techniques to enhance creativity and problem-solving through pre-sleep priming. Despite the multifaceted nature of dreaming, its evolutionary origins remain speculative. Some theorize that dreams evolved to maintain brain activity during periods of darkness, preventing the rewiring of critical neural circuits. The visual nature of dreams may serve to engage and sustain the visual cortex during sleep, preserving its functionality. While various hypotheses abound, the true purpose of dreaming remains elusive, subject to ongoing scientific inquiry. As we continue to unravel the mysteries of the sleeping mind, each dream offers a fragment of understanding, contributing to a broader comprehension of the science of dreaming. My latest dream was quite the spectacle.
Why Do We Forget ?
Sherlock Holmes, the renowned detective, once proposed a theory likening the brain to an attic, suggesting that it can only accommodate a limited number of memories. Dr. Watson, his faithful companion, once remarked about the Earth's orbit around the sun, prompting Holmes to express a desire to forget such trivial information. Holmes argued that cluttering one's mind with random facts could hinder the capacity to focus on more crucial matters, such as discerning subtle differences between deadly poisons. But was Holmes correct? Does our memory possess finite limits akin to a computer's storage capacity? Or is our memory boundless? And if our memory were flawless, how would life be if nothing was ever forgotten?
How to Develop iPhone Apps: A Definitive Guide
Nowadays, the iOS app market stands at the forefront of user-centric design and cutting-edge innovations. With the rapidly increasing user base of iOS devices, creating an iOS app has become a necessity for modern businesses. Apple’s operating system, iOS, has set the benchmark for top-notch UI design and also allows developers to leverage cutting-edge technologies to streamline the iOS and iPad app development services.
Sphinx ShivrajPublished about 4 hours ago in JournalHow many days Sperm Live in Female Body after Intercourse?
Introduction: People generally have multiple questions regarding how the entire process of reproduction works, that they want to be answered. One of the most common questions is: do the sperm live in the female body for a while after sexual intercourse? And if yes, for how long?
Banker IVFPublished about 4 hours ago in JournalMacron worried about EUROPE
Have you noticed how different countries end their speeches? In the US, lawmakers say "God Favour America," in India, "J rear significance hail India," in France, "VI La France," and in Saudi Arabia, they praise God and His Prophet Muhammad in different ways, but all express the same belief that their country and culture endure forever.
Andreas NtsambaPublished about 5 hours ago in JournalMeet Jaden Garza – A Successful Entrepreneur
Jaden Garza's journey as the visionary founder and CEO of Nomad Internet has been marked by a relentless pursuit of bridging the digital divide for travelers and rural communities alike. Nomad Internet's genesis traces back to 2017 when Jaden, alongside his wife Jessica, discerned a glaring void in reliable internet access within RV parks. Determined to catalyze change, they embarked on a mission to revolutionize connectivity in these spaces.
Jaden GarzaPublished about 7 hours ago in JournalLove In the Air
Incredible proposal: Pilot asks stewardess girlfriend to marry him; the video has internet users crying. Capt. Hanc can be seen in the video leaving the cockpit to speak to the passengers over the public address system when the plane is headed to Krakow.
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