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The Orca and emotional intelligence
The Insane Biology of: The Orca ... Continue here https://youtu.be/GimCcrwYxdE?si=mAAagTV5iDftRaIL
Are you a beachcomber?
14 Terms Every Beach Lover Should Know
Suits you…
The History of the Suit by Decade ... Continue reading
How old are perfumes?
The word perfume is used today to describe scented mixtures and is derived from the Latin word, "per fumus," meaning through smoke. The word perfumery refers to the art of making perfumes. Perfume was refined by the Romans, the Persians and the Arabs. Although perfume and perfumery also existed in East Asia, much of its fragrances were incense based. The basic ingredients and methods of making... Continue Reading →
Did you know? – Scorpions glow under a black light
These creepy-crawly critters can be found anywhere outside your home or inside the house. Here are eight terrifying and amazing facts about scorpions. Apologies in advance for any nightmares you might have. Ready? ... Continue reading
Expensive yachts you may like
THE 10 MOST EXPENSIVE YACHTS IN THE WORLD (2022 LIST) Let's Take A Look At The List Of The 10 Most Expensive Yachts In The World In 2022...Continue reading
Lessons from Warren Buffett
15 Of Warren Buffett’s Smartest Frugal Living Habits ... Continue reading Featured image source - Wikipedia
Selfie/Schmeat/Showrooming/Twerk
Meaning of the words ... Continue reading
For those who are crazy about Ross & Rachel
The complete history of their relationship ... https://youtu.be/dfuPBC-v5NE?si=jZDWFSpk-KpMyc49
Did you know? – Pigs are intelligent and social
10 Surprising Facts About Pigs The humble pig is far from 'boaring' - here at ThePigSite, we've compiled a list of ten things you may not know about these remarkable animals... Continue reading
Do you use a lot of hand gestures when talking?
If someone has ever made fun of you for making elaborate hand gestures while talking -- or you've seen footage of yourself speaking, only to be horrified by your flailing forearms -- don't be too concerned... Continue reading
It’s that time of the year … Hot Cross Buns
The Interesting Story of the Hot Cross Bun Nations, cultures, and religions include bread as an integral component of religious and secular observances. The breads are typically enriched and may contain dairy, eggs, sweeteners, and inclusions. Hot cross buns... Continue reading
Insightful lessons from Le Petit Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
From lessons on kindness to caring for our environment, the messages in this enchanting fable are as important today as they ever were ... Continue reading Featured image -- Amazon Australia
Cruffin … Cronut and now Crookie
The croissant has been reimagined into a host of portmanteau pastries, from the cruffin to the Cronut. Now its latest iteration, the "crookie", is taking Paris by storm .... Continue reading
The latest earworm and I’m loving it
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Illustrated ideas to motivate you
Socrates, considered as one of the founders of Western philosophy, was once named the wisest man on earth by the Oracle of Delphi. When Socrates heard that the oracle had made such ... Continue reading
It’s not naan-bread, so please stop calling it that
My family, friends and I are regular and proud naan eaters. So every time someone calls it naan-bread, it grates on me. I do appreciate the attempt to use the word that describes it. But sorry that’s not correct. Naan is a fluffy flatbread eaten with spicy curries or even tea. Check out this delicacy... Continue Reading →
Have you met these Barbie dolls?
From ‘Barbiecore‘ being social media’s latest trend, spurred by those dazzling images of Margot Robbie, to celebs showing off her favourite hue courtesy of Valentino Pink PP designs — Barbie’s yet again having a ‘big break.’ ... Continue here Featured Image - https://harpersbazaar.com.au/surprising-celebrities-made-into-barbie-dolls/
Don’t miss these must-eat foods on your next holiday
Essential Eating: 60 Foods of Asia ... Continue reading
All about the Bermuda Triangle
People have been trying to solve the “mystery” of the Bermuda Triangle for years. Here’s what we know (and don’t know) about the Bermuda Triangle ... Continue reading
Energy management during a work crunch
Work invariably ebbs and flows, cycling between steady states, where we feel more in control of the pace and workload, and peak periods, where the work crunch hits us hard. Unexpected setbacks, ... Continue reading
6 wealth factors that help you get richer
Anyone can become rich if they know the right steps to take. But if you possess a certain set of characteristics, you may be more likely to become wealthy ... Continue reading
Know someone who bullsh*ts at work?
Why people ‘bullsh*t’ is now a genuine area of study and reveals a lot about our motivations, particularly in the workplace. ... Continue reading
Spot-check: Cybersecurity
Being smart online at all times is about: Option 1: Protecting customer information Option 2: Protecting business brand and reputation Option 3: Protecting friends, family and work. Option 4: All of the above Correct answer option: Option 4 Explanation of answer: Being smart online at all times is about protecting sensitive corporate and customer information,... Continue Reading →
Want to know yourself better? Just ask your partner
How Relationships Reveal Our True Selves ... Continue learning https://youtu.be/DLTlixuYE1g?si=memgnrq6JrQikRWJ
Spot-check: Cybersecurity
Q1. Do you think it is critical for every business to promote safe online behaviour regardless of industry, state of the market or internal circumstances? ● Answer option 1 - Yes, absolutely!! ● Answer option 2 - No, not needed Correct answer: Yes, absolutely!! While every business is different, promoting safe online behaviour is critical, regardless... Continue Reading →
Cognitive dissonance …
Cognitive dissonance is the mental stress people feel when they hold two contradictory ideas in their mind at the same time.... Continue learning ... https://youtu.be/PhFKKGEfk78?si=snG1eaHiuW9VPMRi
Movie Time – Jawan
SHAHRUKH FANS LIKE ME KNOW WHY THEY REMAIN A FAN! My reaction- 1. The movie was great. in all aspects- Cast, acting, action, music, dance . 2. A great take on real life events. 3. Special mention - Vijay Sethupathi was brilliant in his role as villian. Featured image source - iMDb https://youtu.be/COv52Qyctws?si=0I6gwLJqsSJpnzVV
Ethical decision making
Our roles allow us a lot of power. If we are good at what we do, our skills help us connect with people, position products and services in ways that resonate with a consumer’s needs and wants, and focus perspective and mindshare in the direction we’d like ... Continue reading
A little girl’s adventure narrated by a mathematician
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland: Great Books Explained https://youtu.be/j4I1iQyMHSg?si=F4x-GRH1ut_VSk0W Featured Image credit - https://www.amazon.com.au/Alice-Wonderland-Original-Illustrations-Booklovers/dp/1915582199?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A3P6X2GIMA114Z
New year … New brain
There is growing evidence that simple, everyday changes to our lives can alter our brains and change how they work ... Continue reading
Did you know? – A childhood game has primate roots
Young gorillas and other African great apes play tag, suggesting that this common childhood pastime has deep primate roots, according to a new study ... Continue reading
Movie Time – The Whale
A BEAUTIFUL MOVIE THAT TUGS AT YOUR HEART STRINGS! What stood out for me - The sensitivity with which the themes were handled The complexity of depression and its effects. A sense into all kinds of relationships. Featured image credit - https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/785084-the-whale https://youtu.be/nWiQodhMvz4?si=aaSluGBKaJit3y9x
The bilingual brain
Do we think differently in different languages? | BBC Ideas https://youtu.be/nzHY-muy2Mw?si=TmCFPsN8QYV1Ew7M
Interesting interview questions
5 interview questions that will help you hire better people... Continue reading
Fixes for a bad mood
Bad days happen. A bombed job interview, a broken coffee machine (when you really need coffee), stepping in dog poop on the way to a date—we know, life can sometimes suck. We can’t get rid of a terrible commute or an intolerable co-worker (sorry), but we do have some sweet suggestions for improving a mood regardless... Continue reading
Did you know? – Spiders have eight eyes
How spiders see the world - Spiders usually have eight eyes but few have good eyesight ... Continue reading
Want to get successful and happier?
We have the potential to get happier (and more successful) as we get older. Here’s how Social scientist Arthur C. Brooks says to be happy, you need to change the metaphor from a canvas you’re filling up to a block of marble that you’re chipping away ... Continue reading
Do you use the oxford comma?
Want to know the quickest way to start a heated debate among writers, editors, and English teachers? Ask this question. Is the Oxford comma necessary? ... Continue reading
For brain’s sake! Stop complaining
Just like smoking, drinking too much, and lying on the couch watching TV all day, complaining is bad for you. Put my advice to use, and you'll reap the physical, mental, and performance benefits that come with a positive frame of mind...Continue reading
Halloween Google Doodle
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Movie Time – Drishyam 1 & 2
A MUST WATCH SUSPENSE THRILLER What I liked- The message - 'Family is everything.' The extent a father can go to protect the people he loves. The actors Ajay Devgn and Tabu are flawless. https://youtu.be/AuuX2j14NBg?si=mavTNmZRcPltSKQm https://youtu.be/cxA2y9Tgl7o?si=NHfQ7fZ3SYBay52H Featured image credit: Wikipedia
Insightful lines from Arthur Schopenhauer
If you come across any special trait of meanness or stupidity … you must be careful not to let it annoy or distress you, but to look upon it merely as an addition to your knowledge—a new fact to be considered in studying the character of humanity. Your attitude towards it will be that of... Continue Reading →
Feeling irritated? Tips to keep your cool
You're doing your best to stay calm, but sometimes, it all just becomes too much—and so you snap. Feeling annoyed all the time can be super frustrating, so if you're looking to feel less irritated, that makes sense...Continued here
Want to do an information detox?
You are what you pay attention to. By consuming more valuable information, you become more productive and creative. Here are 10 ways to do so....Continued here...
All about Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest, annual festival in Munich, Germany, held over a two-week period and ending on the first Sunday in October. The festival originated on October 12, 1810, in celebration of the marriage of the ... Continued here
Always need to be PERFECT?
Most people would consider having high standards a good thing. Striving for excellence can show that you have a good work ethic and strength of character. High standards can also push you to reach your peak level of performance. For example, athletes often train long and hard to reach excellence in their sports... Continued here
How the permafrost is reacting to a warming world
Siberia's enormous hole in the ground is getting bigger A large crater in Siberia is getting bigger due to the way permafrost interacts with the environment. It is helping scientists understand more about past climates and how the permafrost is reacting to a warming world...Continued here
All about ‘Goosebumps’
As you may have noticed, goosebumps tend to form when you’re cold. They also form when you experience a strong emotional feeling, such as extreme fear, sadness, joy, and sexual arousal ... Continue reading
Ancient rituals for happiness
People have enormous respect for ancient wisdom. They just don’t read it. Funny thing is, we’re more likely to live happier lives when we visit the classics section than the self-help aisle. So how do we get the skinny on what one group of brilliant dead guys — The Stoics — had to say? Well,... Continue Reading →
Working from home – some compelling reasons
Quick — imagine a person working from home. If you pictured somebody in pajamas watching videos on their laptop, you’re not alone. “Many people think of working from home as shirking from home,” says Stanford University economics professor ... Continue reading
Movie Time – Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahaani
AN ENTERTAINING MOVIE! What I liked: Powerful performances by actors Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt SPOILER ALERT - My favourite lines by Rocky are his views on the 'Cancel Culture.' Bollywood tropes have been used well. Featured image credit: IMDb https://youtu.be/6mdxy3zohEk?si=PTtsAvp-XHFjonZD
Movie Time – The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar
All I'll say is, NOT TO BE MISSED! The movie entertains and educates and doesn't disappoint. https://youtu.be/4RdncisZ_QA?si=9i79xqGLy4N6xreC Featured image and trailer: IMDb - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16968450/?ref_=tt_mv_close
Which martial art style do you prefer?
There are many different types of martial arts, including taekwondo, karate, and jiu jitsu, as well as MMA (mixed martial arts). Below are definitions of some of the most popular styles. ... Continue reading
3 critical money habits
Here is an exciting thought! Why not work full-time on your job and part-time on your fortune? And what a feeling you’ll have when you can honestly say, “I’m working to become wealthy. I’m not just working to pay my bills.” When you have a wealth plan, you’ll be so motivated that you’ll have a hard... Continue Reading →
Goals and Outcomes
The importance of delaying gratification is universally recognized. Being able to forgo immediate benefits in order to achieve larger goals in the future is viewed as a key skill. For example, consider the classic “marshmallow test” experiment ... Continue reading
Do you recognise the symbol “?!” or “!?”
An interrobang is a punctuation mark that consists of an exclamation point and a question mark superimposed on top of one another.... Continue reading
What is Fugazzi?
Something that's fake. Something that doesn't exist in any way, shape or form. It's made up...Continue reading
‘Wokeism’ explained…
The term ‘woke’ is at the centre of many of the fiercest political and cultural debates in the past few years, from LGBT+ rights to GB News. ‘Woke’ is a word found all over social media and the news – being used as praise, but far more commonly as an insult, depending on the situation...Continue reading
How to raise mentally strong kids?
Raising mentally strong kids doesn’t mean they won’t cry when they’re sad or that they won’t fail sometimes. Mental strength won’t make your child immune to hardship—but it also won’t cause them to suppress their emotions...Continue reading
Is our modern society making us mentally unwell?
How the Modern World Makes Us Mentally Ill https://youtu.be/yO0v_JqxFmQ?si=6Cu6GYjMF_majqhV
Where did ‘mac and cheese’ or ‘macaroni cheese’ originate?
Americans especially love to claim macaroni cheese as their own, but a trail of clues points to the Swiss Alps....Continue reading Featured image-Wikipedia
A FREE course on happiness I enjoyed
Check it out! A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment on Coursera
A leg of lamb kills a man in this story
Lamb to the Slaughter by Roald Dahl (1916-1990) The room was warm and clean, the curtains drawn, the two table lamps alight-hers and the one by the empty chair opposite. On the sideboard behind her, two tall glasses, soda water, whiskey. Fresh ice cubes in the Thermos bucket. Mary Maloney was waiting for her husband to... Continue Reading →
The word ‘juggernaut’ is of Indian origin
Check it out! https://youtu.be/Bjdu_qWNjyo?si=N-LkkNjM1kMDAObb
Did you know? Hammerhead sharks can become parents to 42 pups at once
Great hammerheads mate via internal fertilization and give birth to live young – anywhere from 6 to 42 pups – once every two years. If the pups are not threatened by fisheries or preyed upon by larger shark species, including great hammerheads, they may live up to 44 years, and possibly longer...Continue reading
What do mindful people do differently?
The intention of being more present in our lives is continuing to grow and touch an increasing amount of people. I have friends who I never would have imagined practicing mindfulness who now sit in daily meditation. When I look...Continue reading
Are you the ‘favourite’ child?
Most parents won't admit it, but a surprising number have a 'hidden favourite' and the way they treat that child compared to their siblings can have long-lasting impacts on their mental health as adults and on family relationships...Continue reading
You are not falling behind in life
You don't need more motivation. You don't need to be inspired to action. You don't need to read any more lists and posts about how you're not doing enough. There's a magic beyond us that works in ways we can't understand...Continue reading
A free and fun personality quiz
Check it out - https://www.16personalities.com/
Angry with someone?
If you are patient in one moment of anger, you will escape a hundred days of sorrow.” ~ Chinese proverb...Continue reading
Did you know? – Synaesthesia
Imagine listening to music and seeing colours. Yes you read that right. That's exactly what happens to singer and songwriter Tamera due to a neurological trait she's got. She has something called synaesthesia - a condition which fuses your senses, so instead of experiencing them separately and involuntarily, they are automatically joined together...Continue reading
Silence is Power
In a world that constantly clamors for our attention, where noise surrounds us at every turn, it can be easy to overlook the simple yet profound …The Power of Being Silent
All about Déjà vu
Have you ever experienced déjà vu? If so, you are among the 60-70% of the population who has. The majority of those who report déjà vu are between the ages 15 and 25. I’m a complete rationalist who believes that every phenomenon, no matter how strange or supernatural it appears, has a scientific reason behind it...Continue reading
These questions can help discover the REAL YOU
Here are just 29 questions that open the door to having a real conversation with yourself. I want to ask you to answer these questions honestly for yourself. When you are ready to do this, copy these questions into a text document, quiet all outside distractions, take a few deep relaxing breaths, make a great cuppa tea,... Continue Reading →
Fake or Real Friend? How you can tell
Guarding my mental health is of utmost importance to me. In this blog post, I want to delve into the topic of spotting fake friends – a crucial …Guard Your Mental Health: Spotting 7 Fake Friends
Managers and Depression
You’ve taken the leap from front-line individual contributor to professional manager. How do you feel? Proud? Excited? How about depressed?.... Continue reading
Love Quote
Love Quote By Mahatma Gandhi: “Where there is…”
Tickle your funny bone
Humor In Everyday Life What time does Sean Connery arrive at Wimbledon? Tennish. "Doctor, when my hand gets better, will I be able to play the piano?" "Of course" said the doctor. "That's great. I could never play the piano before!"...Continue reading
Critical Life Skills
Life is beautiful, precious, precarious, and above all, full of mysteries. With no prior training, we have been given this priceless gift while … What Are the 5 Key Life Skills We All Should Learn?
Portmanteau words
A portmanteau is a blended word that is formed by combining two words. In that case, you might wonder if they are compound words. To that, the answer is no. So, what are portmanteaus? Find out from the article the meaning and definition of portmanteau and how they are formed. Furthermore, check out...Continue reading
What would you change about modern society?
In response to “Daily Prompts”: Unlocking the Path to Progress with Two Foundational Pillars at Its Core! “To propel modern society towards true …What would you change about modern society?
Unpopular Opinions Book Tag
I found this book tag and, as I always need an outlet for unpopular opinions, I decided to do the same here. I may perhaps do this again some time …Unpopular Opinions Book Tag
‘I’ stands for Improvement
There are two important aspects that you should focus on : 1. Create happiness in the present. 2. Work hard for the ‘Future YOU’ If you keep …‘I’ stands for Improvement
Do People Need To Install A Large Number Of Apps On Their Mobile Devices?
Renard warns bloggers about the dangers of using too many apps on their mobile devices. Do People Need To Install A Large Number Of Apps On Their Mobile Devices?
Interesting lines from Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach
“We can lift ourselves out of ignorance, we can find ourselves as creatures of excellence and intelligence and skill.” “His wings were ragged bars of lead, but the weight of failure was even heavier on his back.” “Very well, Fletcher. Remember what we were saying about one's body being nothing more than thought itself….?” “The... Continue Reading →
Breathable Nail polish – the company making a difference!
The first bottles of Sienna polish were created by founder,Danielle Egan at home in her lounge room in 2013...Continue reading
Is Philosophy boring or intriguing?
What is Philosophy for? https://youtu.be/mIYdx6lDDhg
Why is Dunbar’s number relevant to us?
Dunbar's number is a suggested cognitive limit to the number of people with whom one can maintain stable social relationships—relationships in which an individual knows who each person is and how each person relates to every other person. This number was first proposed in the 1990s by British anthropologist Robin Dunbar, who found a correlation between primate... Continue Reading →
Did you know? An elephant water-skied years ago?
Water Skiing Elephant on the Hudson River Archival Footage PublicDomainFootage.com https://youtu.be/glX8dsfYinE
The difference between Music and Noise
Test yourself: Can you tell the difference between music and noise? - Hanako Sawada https://youtu.be/UsY-WfoKy80 Featured Image -https://pixabay.com/photos/music-sheet-in-a-shadow-flute-piano-5117328/
Did you know? – Australian native animals
Some of the most unique and fascinating animals in the world live in Australia. While the kangaroo and koala are well-known, many other creatures are equally intriguing. Take the antechinus, which has bizarre sex-crazy mating habits. Or the headless chicken monster, a deep-sea creature that looks like something out of a horror movie. Then there is a turtle that... Continue Reading →
An Acrostic-ENCHANTRESS
An acrostic is a poem or other word composition in which the first letter (or syllable, or word) of each new line (or paragraph, or other recurring feature in the text) spells out a word, message or the alphabet.The term comes from the French acrostiche from post-classical Latinacrostichis, from Koine Greek ἀκροστιχίς, from Ancient Greek ἄκρος "highest, topmost" and στίχος "verse".[2] As a form of constrained writing...Continue reading Enchantress (Acrostic) Every dream I've ever... Continue Reading →
Keep this in mind before adopting a rabbit
Rabbits’ teeth grow continuously throughout their lives. Therefore, it takes a lot of daily chewing and gnawing to keep them worn down to usable lengths. If a rabbit’s teeth are not kept at an appropriate length by the natural act of chewing, they will almost certainly become overgrown...Continue reading
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