Sandra Jayamaha
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"Cracking Habit Formation Science"
We all have our fair share of bad habits, from nail-biting to endless smartphone scrolling and chronic lateness. But what if I told you that there's a hidden power within your brain that can help you conquer these detrimental behaviors and establish new, positive habits? Habits are the daily routines we carry out without conscious thought, accounting for a significant portion of our daily activities. It's astonishing to discover that approximately 43% of the time, people engage in behaviors they've repeated in the past, often while their minds are preoccupied with other thoughts. Habits, both good and bad, play a vital role in our lives, enabling us to streamline our daily tasks and free up mental resources for more important endeavors. The ease with which habits take root is precisely why they can be so challenging to break. In this article, we'll explore the science behind habit formation, the role of cues, behaviors, and rewards, and the strategies for breaking bad habits and forming new, positive ones.
By Sandra Jayamaha6 months ago in Psyche
The Myth of Laziness and the Reality of Poverty
In American culture, the myth persists that poverty is the result of individual laziness and a lack of motivation. The narrative goes like this: "Teach a man to fish, and you feed him for a lifetime, but give a man a fish, and he'll always depend on you." The implication is that those in poverty are there because they didn't work hard enough or make the right choices. This viewpoint is deeply ingrained in our society, perpetuating the belief that the poor are to blame for their circumstances.
By Sandra Jayamaha6 months ago in Humans
Why has no one returned to the moon in the past 50 years?
Decades have passed since the last manned moon landing, Apollo 17, which occurred in December 1972. It's high time to contemplate a return to our lunar neighbor, perhaps even establishing a more sustained presence. NASA has recognized this and is gearing up to send astronauts back to the moon, possibly by 2025, through the Artemis program. Notably, the mission aims to include the first woman to set foot on the lunar surface, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
By Sandra Jayamaha6 months ago in Earth