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Final Thoughts of 2023
2024 is fast approaching and it's an opportunity for everyone to reflect on the accomplishments and memories that happened to them this year. On the other hand, you might have experienced some personal difficulties or even the loss of a friend or loved one. A new year is a way for you to wipe that slate clean and focus on what goals and aspirations you want to succeed in 2024. Before I share my personal thoughts about 2023, I want to show my love and gratitude to a special group of people.
Mark Wesley PritchardPublished 5 months ago in HumansWhispers of the Departing: Rediscovering the Art of Dying
Once upon a time, in the heart of the 1920s, a seasoned healer named Clara's grandmother moved gracefully through the sacred choreography of life's final acts. Death, in those days, was not a sterile affair confined to hospital walls but unfolded in the comforting embrace of one's own home. Clara's grandmother, a guardian of the ancient wisdom of dying, moved seamlessly through the cycles of life and death, offering solace in the most intimate setting imaginable.
Legendary Tale Anthology
In the quaint town where Emma's remarkable journey unfolded, her story became a cherished legend, passed down through the generations like a treasured relic. The "Legendary Tale Anthology" sought to capture the essence of Emma's indomitable spirit and share it with the world.
Nermin HamdyPublished 5 months ago in HumansMindful Moments: A Literary Odyssey Unveiled
By Nermin Tantawy HUMANS 29 December 2023 In a groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from Cornell University and Syracuse University, the connection between mindfulness and enhanced reading skills in young adults has taken center stage. As an advocate for holistic education, I find this research particularly intriguing, shedding light on the transformative power of a mere five minutes of mindfulness practice before delving into the world of books.
Nermin HamdyPublished 5 months ago in Humans- Top Story - December 2023
The Good Burger Quandary
“You’re sleeping in the bathtub tonight!” You don’t have to worry about any spoilers for Good Burger 2. This delightfully absurd movie is worth watching, especially if you have kids, because like the first one, it’s so bad it’s good. But this essay is not about the movie, so I won’t put the above line in context lest I spoil the joke. What’s important is that it was this movie from which the line came.
C. Rommial ButlerPublished 5 months ago in Humans Decoding the Art of Effortless Decision-Making
In the intricate tapestry of decision-making, an unexpected pattern emerged from a 2011 study tracking a group of judges navigating the complex web of parole decisions. Intuitively, one might assume that factors such as the nature of the crime, existing sentences, and current behavior would be the pivotal elements in such determinations. Yet, amidst the deliberations, an astonishingly influential variable surfaced—time of day. Astonishingly, prisoners who faced the parole board in the morning were significantly more likely to secure parole compared to their counterparts who stood before the weary judges in the afternoon. The rationale behind this phenomenon was as straightforward as it was profound: decision fatigue.
Tallal JafriPublished 5 months ago in HumansFrom Embarrassment to Evolution: Unraveling the Intricacies of Human Clothing
Why do humans wear clothing? It's a question that goes beyond the practical need for protection from the elements or the desire to make a fashion statement. Unlike other animals, we not only make but also wear clothing. Moreover, there's a distinct sense of embarrassment associated with nudity in human societies. This feeling of embarrassment, derived from the Portuguese root "embaraça," meaning to entangle or entwine, seems to be deeply intertwined with our social nature.
Decoding the Language of Taboo: Unveiling the Power and Evolution of Bad Words
When you initiate a call to customer service and are greeted with the familiar disclaimer, "to ensure quality service your call may be monitored or recorded," you might not fully grasp the depth of what follows. The Marchex Institute, over the past year, scrutinized over 600,000 recorded phone conversations made by Americans to businesses in the United States, unearthing intriguing patterns in the usage of curse words. As it turns out, the residents of Ohio topped the list as the most likely to employ explicit language, while Washington state residents emerged as the least likely. However, what exactly classifies a word as "bad," and how has the concept evolved over time?
Pi: The Unending Symphony of Circles in Daily Existence
In the vast tapestry of mathematical constants, few hold the allure and mystique that π (pi) commands. Often referred to as the "circle constant" or "Archimedes' constant," π is an irrational number with decimal representation extending infinitely without repetition. Beyond its role in the circumference and area of circles, π weaves its way into various facets of our daily lives, becoming a silent yet omnipresent force in the world around us.
Honesty
Honesty: The foundation of honesty Integrity, an eternal virtue honored across cultures and generations, stands as the foundation of human relationships, social harmony and personal growth. In a world often marked by complexity and ambiguity, simple adherence to truth forms the basis of integrity, making the individual a faithful creature.
Jone LikhonPublished 5 months ago in Humans13 Moments!
Comming to a screen device of your choosing! I’m going to make an attempt to feature 13 written pieces, by hopefully 13 different authors!
Jay LeTron DobbinsPublished 5 months ago in HumansWhat Happens when we die?
What Happens when we die? Introducing a groundbreaking study on the mysteries surrounding death, the focus is on understanding what happens to our brains when we die. The research suggests that rhythmic brain patterns near the time of death may trigger memory recall of significant life moments. The co-author, a neuroscientist and assistant professor at the University of Louisville, joins the discussion to shed light on these findings challenging our conventional understanding of the end of life.
Genanew MulugetaPublished 5 months ago in Humans