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How does it feel to be loved?
Being loved is like being wrapped in a warm hug that goes deep into your soul. It's a gentle touch that calms your heart and mind, making you feel safe and cherished. Love is a beautiful thing that makes our lives brighter and more meaningful. It's the sunshine that brightens our day, the stars that light up our night, and the warm embrace that fills our hearts with joy.
By Swathika Swathi2 years ago in Writers
The Rekindled Flame: Navigating the Return of an Old Love
The pitter-patter of a familiar name. A chance encounter. A message out of the blue. These are the ways an old love can resurface, sending a jolt through your present and stirring memories both sweet and bittersweet. While the spark of nostalgia can be undeniable, navigating the return of an old flame requires careful consideration.
By Moharif Yulianto2 years ago in Writers
A 10 second kiss effects
As many as 80 million bacteria are transferred during a 10-second kiss, according to research published in the open-access journal Microbiome. The study also found that partners who kiss each other at least nine times a day share similar communities of oral bacteria.
By wahidul4202 years ago in Writers
How To Run Your Own (Unofficial) Vocal Challenge
Introduction Vocal Challenges are excellent prompts for all writers and for a few can get some significant prize money and exposure as a reward. But once we have entered these we may look for other prompts and we can find these in Vocal's Resources Tips page here:
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 2 years ago in Writers
Why drop Meteorites
To date, about 1,100 meteorites have been observed to occur and about 40,000 have been found but not read. It is estimated that perhaps 500 meteorites reach the Earth's surface each year, but fewer than ten are recovered. This is because most fall into the ocean, land in remote areas of the Earth and in places that are not easily accessible or visible. From a model animation, it appears that many small asteroids/large meteors pass close to Earth every day. Most of these remain undetected, but recently, three 5-10 m asteroids have been discovered and passed well within the Moon's orbit. Also, recently, an asteroid with a diameter of about 500 meters passed about 2 million kilometers (five times the distance of the Moon) from Earth. It is estimated that one or two 5-10 meter objects pass through the Moon's orbit every day, and there are perhaps 30 million near-Earth objects! Most of these are too small to cause any harm. Five to ten meters is probably the smallest object that can pass through Earth's atmosphere.
By wahidul4202 years ago in Writers
An ode to imposter syndrome
An ode to imposter syndrome Self-worth and self-belief are the two sides of the same coin. We all have seeds of self-doubt planted within us, either from our inner limiting beliefs, trauma or negative projections of other people’s opinions. It is hilarious how we place our self-esteem in the hands of others with ease and then find ourselves in the labyrinth of negative perceptions of ourselves or dwindling confidence in our abilities. Life is a paradox, to heal you must be hurt, amid the most massive of pain and breakdown lies the most eminent breakthrough you would ever receive. If you want confidence and faith in your abilities, you must swim through the turbulent ocean of self-doubt and insecurity.
By Hridya Sharma2 years ago in Writers
What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
ADHD, also known as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, has been recognized by doctors since 1902. Before 1980, it was mostly seen as a behavior problem in little boys who couldn't sit still or be quiet. The name of the disorder changed a few times, but it was always about behavior issues. However, in 1980, the name was changed to include "attention deficit," showing that it's more about problems with the brain's management system. People with ADHD may not always have behavior problems, and even if they do, it's usually not the main issue. The real trouble comes from attention problems, especially as people get older and have more responsibilities. It's important to know that ADHD has nothing to do with how smart someone is. People with ADHD can be super smart or have average intelligence. It's a set of problems that can affect anyone, regardless of their IQ. ADHD includes a wide range of characteristics, and today I'll describe some of them and give examples.
By MFONOBONG EYO2 years ago in Writers
What Is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
ADHD, also known as attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, has been recognized by doctors since 1902. Before 1980, it was mostly seen as a behavior problem in little boys who couldn't sit still or be quiet. The name of the disorder changed a few times, but it was always about behavior issues. However, in 1980, the name was changed to include "attention deficit," showing that it's more about problems with the brain's management system. People with ADHD may not always have behavior problems, and even if they do, it's usually not the main issue. The real trouble comes from attention problems, especially as people get older and have more responsibilities. It's important to know that ADHD has nothing to do with how smart someone is. People with ADHD can be super smart or have average intelligence. It's a set of problems that can affect anyone, regardless of their IQ. ADHD includes a wide range of characteristics, and today I'll describe some of them and give examples.
By MFONOBONG EYO2 years ago in Writers
Your nose has more functions than you realize.
Our noses are like superheroes, helping us detect all sorts of smells. It's not just about sniffing out yummy food or dangerous gas leaks. Our noses are also like detectives, picking up on sneaky chemical signals that affect us without us even realizing it.
By MFONOBONG EYO2 years ago in Writers
Tricks That Can Fool Your Memory.
Take a moment to think back, maybe around ten years ago. Do you recall what you were up to that day? I certainly can't, and I'm pretty sure most people can't either. We might have a faint recollection of what life was like back then, but the day-to-day memories from that time seem to have vanished. However, some psychologists argue that you might have been holding onto unpleasant memories from that day, waiting to resurface -- also known as repressed memories. This concept was quite popular in the past, but now we understand that these memories aren't always as clear-cut as they seem. The notion of repressed memories is often mentioned in mainstream psychology, but it's important to note that it has a specific definition. For instance, a repressed memory isn't something you've simply forgotten about, like your first day of elementary school art class. And it's not just about forgetting something, like the fact that you can't recall what you had for breakfast three weeks ago. I can't remember what I had for breakfast this morning. The true definition of a "repressed memory" comes from the well-known but often misunderstood psychoanalyst, Sigmund Freud. His theory was that if you had thoughts or experiences you didn't want to confront consciously, like memories of abuse, they would be pushed into your unconscious mind. Freud believed that everyone harbored desires, motivations, and memories just waiting to be uncovered. Back in the 1980s, it was common for therapists who followed Freud's theories to suspect their patients had repressed memories of trauma or abuse. However, some therapists might have been a bit too eager in identifying trauma when it wasn't actually present. Many employed guided imagery techniques with their patients, like picturing what a potential abuse scenario might look like, to help them recall these supposedly hidden memories. This approach sounds terrible today, and it's no longer considered an effective therapy for dealing with abuse. Aside from sounding pretty sketchy, it also looked a lot like how you could create false memories. Sometimes people struggle to differentiate between their real memories and the ones they've imagined happening to them -- like if you think you remember something from your infancy because your family has told the story countless times. So suggesting experiences to patients can make them more prone to misremembering them as true. For patients who had experienced abuse, it was positive that therapists were finally acknowledging how widespread it was and taking their experiences seriously. But if a patient comes to your office claiming they've never been abused, you definitely don't want to accidentally convince them of it. Thanks to that imagery technique, it's likely that many supposedly repressed memories from that era were actually just things suggested by well-meaning therapists. Research backs up this idea. Some studies have shown that people who believe they've recovered repressed memories are more likely to develop false memories.
By MFONOBONG EYO2 years ago in Writers
The Influence of Your Friends on Your Beliefs.
It's likely you have strong views on a wide range of topics: like whether Pepsi is superior to Coke, which football team is the rightful Super Bowl champion, or which Chris is the most ideal movie star—Pratt, Pine, Hemsworth, or Evans. Why are there so many Chrises? However, are all these views truly yours? People are social beings. And when discussing anything from TV shows to politics, many psychological factors come into play. This can sometimes lead to poor decisions and biased opinions. Yet, by understanding how your thoughts can be influenced, you can identify when this is happening— and perhaps even prevent it. One type of bias can stem from the people you surround yourself with. It's natural to be friends with those who share your opinions and values. However, numerous studies have demonstrated that when you converse with individuals who hold similar views, you might end up adopting even more extreme opinions. In essence, you become polarized. For instance, some research has shown that when individuals with varied perspectives on a social issue engage in respectful dialogue, those with more extreme views on both sides of the issue become even more polarized. This is known as the boomerang effect, where a counter-argument reinforces one's initial stance. Researchers suggest this is partly due to your social identity: the idea that your beliefs and the groups you identify with are integral to your identity, leading you to defend them. So, if you and your friends are staunch supporters of peanut M&Ms, hearing an argument in favor of crispy M&Ms could make you even more adamant about your peanut-loving identity. I can attest to this. Another way your views can be influenced in a debate is through the initial thoughts that come to mind— because these can serve as an anchor, essentially a starting point, for the rest of your reasoning. One study from 2000 involved taking an old car to 60 car experts, including mechanics and car dealers. The pretend customer shared their opinion on the car's value, either higher or lower than its actual worth, then sought the expert's opinion. And the initial suggestion impacted the experts' evaluations, making them similarly higher or lower. Psychologists believe this is due to selective accessibility, where an anchor makes certain information more accessible in your mind, which in turn affects your opinions. For example, a smaller study in 2010 revealed that when it was warmer outside, or individuals were simply asked to think about hot things, their responses to survey questions indicated a stronger belief in global warming.
By MFONOBONG EYO2 years ago in Writers
