Human perception is a tricky thing. It’s perception that allows us to see patterns, fill in gaps and interpret things. Yet, it’s the same mechanism that sets our perception into a specific way of perceiving it. So, we can in a sense be tricked into believing something is X, when in reality, it’s Y. The … Read more
Every once in a while, you might hear something that makes your brain go “Huh?” An idea, fact, or detail that does not at all sit right. So you sit down and Google it, only to have your entire worldview upended. Someone wanted to know what facts sound definitely made up but are actually factually … Read more
According to data collected by Zipia, a platform that matches job seekers with businesses, it takes the average person 24 weeks of active searching to land a position. During that time, they get a fair share of rejections. In fact, a job seeker has a 36.89% chance of receiving an offer after having one interview. … Read more
Not everyone is meant to be a parent. Some choose to stay childfree to dedicate unlimited time to their careers, some prefer children of the feline or canine persuasion, and others know that their personalities are best suited for the “fun aunt/uncle” role, rather than the disciplining mom or dad. Opting not to have children … Read more
People tend to seek consistency in their attitudes, so when we hold two contradictory beliefs and our thoughts do not align with our actions, we may experience discomfort. Whether we’re aware of it or not, this inconsistency — called cognitive dissonance — can motivate us to seek ways to reduce the unpleasant feelings it causes, … Read more
Do you ever find yourself wondering, whatever happened to that classmate that was a little odd back in school? Or to the science whiz, or the one gifted in athletics? Well, some of them might be millionaires by now. Whether it’s their hard work and determination or pure luck that got them there, they often … Read more
It’s no big secret that knowledge is essential to humanity. I mean, just consider all the things we wouldn’t be aware of if people didn’t believe in lifelong learning! Folks would still think that the Earth was flat and sat on the back of a giant turtle that was flying through space, half of us … Read more
If you read any thematic website or blog dedicated to weddings, you will most likely come across various advice on how to make your wedding unforgettable. No, the advice is absolutely correct and appropriate – after all, what could be more boring than this decorous walking down the aisle, a solemn exchange of rings, a … Read more
Martin Scorsese, the director of some of the most iconic films like Taxi Driver and The Departed, once said: “Movies touch our hearts, awaken our vision, and change the way we see things” – and he’s totally right! It’s just that, sometimes, instead of the movies as a whole, what touches our hearts the most … Read more
A lot of things differ from country to country—not to mention continents—making some people quite confused about the way inhabitants of the lands far far away live. Whether it’s faucets, windows, or shopping habits they find surprising, some things might simply make no sense for those not used to them. Redditors recently discussed the topic … Read more