Prajakta Surve
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Just giving a try to writing in my favorite fields and genre. Hope you like it!
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The haunted asylum of Appalachian Mountains
Deep in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, there stood an abandoned asylum that whispered of unspeakable horrors. It was known as St. Agnes Asylum, a place that once housed the most deranged and disturbed individuals society had cast aside. Legends of the asylum's dark past permeated the surrounding towns, warning residents to stay away from the crumbling structure.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Horror
Wormholes
Wormholes, if they exist, would likely appear as spherical structures resembling black holes, providing a window to distant locations. The question of their reality and operation remains open. Our historical understanding of space as a static backdrop was revolutionized by Einstein's theory of relativity, which revealed the interconnectedness of space and time. Space is not uniform and can be stretched and warped, potentially allowing for the creation of wormholes. The mechanics of wormholes are still being explored, but the bending and manipulation of space could enable rapid travel across vast cosmic distances. However, the discovery and accessibility of wormholes are currently elusive. Confirmation of their existence would have profound implications for our understanding of the universe and the potential for interstellar travel.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Futurism
Is talking to yourself helpful?
As the piercing sound of your morning alarm fills the room, you grumble to yourself, pondering, "Why on earth did I set it so early?" Hastily dashing out of the front door, you instinctively reach for your keys, only to realize they're nowhere to be found. Frustration bubbles up inside you, and you exclaim, "I can't seem to get anything right!" At that very moment, your eyes catch sight of your observant neighbor. Being caught in the act of conversing with oneself can induce a sense of embarrassment, and some individuals may even attach a stigma to such behavior, perceiving it as a sign of mental instability. However, decades of psychological research reveal that engaging in self-talk is perfectly normal. In fact, the majority, if not all, of us partake in some form of self-directed dialogue on a daily basis. But why do we engage in this internal dialogue, and does the content of our self-talk hold significance? Self-talk encompasses the internal narration that takes place within your mind, often referred to as inner speech. It is distinct from mental imagery or the recall of factual information. Psychologists specifically define self-talk as the articulation of thoughts directed towards oneself or various aspects of one's life. This encompasses personal conversations such as, "I need to work on improving my free throw technique." However, it also encompasses the reflections and contemplations that occur throughout the day, such as, "The gym is quite crowded tonight; I'll plan to return tomorrow."
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Psyche
The impressive memory of elephants
Beyond their renowned memory, elephants possess a remarkable intelligence that encompasses more than mere recollection. These majestic creatures continue to captivate us as we unravel the depths of their social, creative, and compassionate nature. Contrary to mere folklore, the saying about elephant memory holds true in scientific reality. Within their herds, elephants exhibit an astonishing ability to recognize and remember each member, forming bonds with as many as 30 individuals through visual and olfactory cues. This serves them well during migrations and encounters with potentially hostile elephants. Additionally, elephants retain vivid memories of specific cues that signify danger and can recall significant locations long after their last visit. However, it is the memories unrelated to immediate survival that are truly fascinating. Elephants can remember not only their herd companions but also other creatures that have left a profound impact on them. In an extraordinary instance, two circus elephants joyfully reunited 23 years after a brief performance together. Remarkably, elephants can also recognize humans with whom they have formed a bond, even after decades of separation. These incredible cognitive abilities highlight the complexity and emotional depth of elephants, solidifying their place as some of the most extraordinary beings on our planet.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Earth
Reasons for cat's weird behavior
Cats possess an inherent charm and endearing quality that has garnered them immense popularity. This is evident from the billions of views and millions of YouTube videos capturing their delightful antics—pouncing, bouncing, climbing, cramming, stalking, clawing, chattering, and purring. It is undeniable that cats provide endless entertainment. However, their behaviors can often be both amusing and puzzling, leaving us to wonder, "Why do cats do that?" Throughout history, cats have occupied a unique position as both solitary predators of smaller animals and potential prey for larger carnivores. The survival of their species relied on a repertoire of instinctual behaviors that we continue to observe in both wild and domestic cats today. These behaviors are deeply ingrained in their nature.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Earth
Why are parrots able to talk?
In 2010, a parrot that had acquired the same British accent as its owner went missing. Four years later, they were joyfully reunited, but during the intervening period, a notable change had occurred: the parrot had lost its British accent and now chattered away in Spanish. Parrots, along with several other bird species, possess the remarkable ability to mimic human speech. In fact, some parrots exhibit an uncanny proficiency in this skill. But how is it possible? The key lies in the highly social nature of most wild parrots. These avian creatures utilize vocalizations for various purposes, such as mating rituals, territorial displays, and coordinating group movements. Certain parrot species form flocks that continuously fragment and merge, necessitating the ability of individual parrots to communicate effectively with numerous companions. Contact calls serve as the means for parrots to interact and remain connected even when their counterparts are out of sight. However, the precise usage of these calls varies depending on the species and the size of their flocks. For instance, monk parakeets reside in large colonies and employ distinctive, personalized contact calls that aid in individual recognition. Conversely, yellow-napped Amazon parrots forage in smaller groups, which fosters the development and sharing of highly similar contact calls within their community. This needs for sophisticated mimicry likely contributes to why yellow-napped Amazons, among other parrot species, possess the ability to closely imitate an extensive array of sounds, including human speech.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Earth
The man who experienced the loss of sense of touch
In 1971, Ian Waterman experienced a sudden collapse, initially attributed to a severe case of gastric flu. While his illness subsided after a few days, he continued to endure an unusual set of symptoms. Despite having healthy muscles and joints, Waterman found himself completely immobile and devoid of any sensation from the neck down. Subsequently, he received a diagnosis of an exceedingly rare and severe form of deafferentation—a neurological disorder that disrupts or impairs specific signals from the nervous system. Without the continuous feedback from his body regarding the movement of his limbs, Waterman lost the ability to sit up, stand, or walk. Nevertheless, he embarked on a remarkable journey of adaptation. Over time, Waterman taught himself to rely on his sense of sight to assess the position of his limbs relative to other objects. Through this visual perception, he gradually regained complete mastery over his body's movements—albeit with the prerequisite of being able to see it.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Humans
The old man outside the Crematorium
The old man outside the Crematorium The incident that occurred with my aunt took place nearly 30 years ago in a rural village in India. During that time, the villages were not as developed as they are now, and street lights were non-existent. Instead, people relied on oil lanterns to navigate through the darkness. It was customary for villagers to return home before nightfall, as it was believed that venturing outside after dark could result in encountering supernatural beings.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Horror
Reasons behind the decline of the French Empire
Reasons behind the decline of the French Empire France is a country that holds contrasting perceptions, often seen as either the most influential nation in the world or as an excessively snobbish and pretentious individual, depending on one's perspective. While France may appear relatively small today, its historical past reveals a significant and robust empire. The decline of the French Empire can be traced back to its origins under the Roman Empire. Following the fall of Rome, several Germanic tribes migrated to what is now modern-day France, assimilating into the Latinized population and becoming the foundation of the modern French people. Later, the emergence of Charlemagne led to the creation of France and Germany, establishing a buffer zone or "no man's land" due to feudalism. However, France eventually fragmented due to internal conflicts and found itself entangled in substantial disputes with the English. A notable figure, which ultimately met a tragic fate, emerged to rescue France but was tragically burned at the stake. The centralization of power in France contributed to its emergence as a formidable force in Continental Europe, disrupting the previous balance of power held by city-states and local feudal lords. France rose as the dominant power in Europe, exerting significant military and cultural influence, particularly during the reign of the Sun King. French became the language of choice, and European societies sought to imitate the latest French fashions. In contrast, England, following the loss of Calais, had no further territorial presence in Continental Europe and shifted its focus to the New World, leveraging its status as an island nation to concentrate on naval strength.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Beat
Revealing the Invisible Cause Behind the Decline of Bees
Revealing the Invisible Cause Behind the Decline of Bees Bees may not be our main thing about eating outside these are truly essential to our biological system they're productive normal pollinators and are an I mean a ton of the food we eat depends on fertilization from honey bees tragically however they're likewise in serious peril the researchers in our next film advantageous interaction could have found one reason and it could change all that we are familiar honey bees and their biological systems beginning with a minute world that we never knew existed as of recently this is beneficial interaction from days edge creations honey bees for in excess of 100 million years they've been humming around assisting plants with duplicating we're somewhat side by side with honey bee populaces in the support and food of plants we keep plants since we want them for food honey bees are in a comparative relationship with plants where they're helping the plant and receiving something consequently honey bees gather dust to take care of to their young terrains and the hatchling eat the dust and form into grown-ups and we've generally suspected as much however the more we look the more we understand that honey bees have this quiet accomplice in their mutualism with plants and that third quiet accomplice is the organisms new exploration is uncovering that these microorganisms assume an amazing part in the existences of nature's most productive pollinators yet this revelation brings up new issues about the eventual fate of wild honey bees in a world changed by people assuming the microbial local area is distorted somehow or another it can have disastrous impacts as far as be wellbeing it is important in light of the fact that similarly as with any advantageous interaction when you eliminate one of the symbionts the advantageous interaction disintegrates.
By Prajakta Surve11 months ago in Earth
