One of the most harmful habits we humans have is worry. No matter how much effort we make to be positive optimists, that nagging tendency to worry always seems to creep in. Is worrying normal though? Is it something we should even try to eliminate? … [Read more...]
Americans Find Themselves Mired in Boredom
Yawn...so bored. So very bored. As it turns out, it seems that lots of people are bored these days. A new study concludes that the average American experiences boredom 131 days out of the year. Why are we so bored? … [Read more...]
Why are Swedes Inserting Microchips into Themselves?
The thought of implanting a microchip into my body is horrifying. I can't fathom why anyone would want to integrate digital technology into our organic bodies -- it reminds me of the "Borg" from Star Trek. But, for whatever reason, Swedes are happily doing just that. … [Read more...]
A Touching Story About Teddy and His Teacher
This is a story that will make you cry and hopefully, think. Our words and actions can be cruel, even if we don't realize their harmful impact -- when we do or say hurtful things to the most vulnerable among us, it can be devastating. … [Read more...]
Trying to Live Your Life in the Age of Rage
T'was the age of rage. Is that what future generations will say about our times, that it was the age of anger? Considering the prevailing tone and attitude of our times, that may very well be what is said about our era in history. Rage it seems, is, well, all the rage, if you'll pardon the pun. … [Read more...]
Ways to Minimize the Harmful Effects of Worrying
Worry, worry, worry. A lot of worrying going on, especially in this day-and-age. Is it human nature to worry? Do animals worry? I worry that I don't know the answer to those questions. All kidding aside, I think all of us worry to some degree. Can we ever stop worrying? … [Read more...]