It's a typical day like any other but something feels intensely different. You feel like you've experienced this moment before. One possible explanation is that you have been to the same place or experienced the same event at another point in time. Know as déjà vu, this is one of many signs that you may have lived another life. Whether...
In 1997, author Michael Shermer released the book, Why People Believe Weird Things: Pseudoscience, Superstition, and Other Confusions of Our Time. The excellent book dives deep into fascinating theories and beliefs that people hold. While 1997 feels like a long time ago, Shermer's book and views are more relevant now than ever. The Internet allows individuals to learn fringe beliefs...
When people think of Antarctica, they usually think of a cold empty place, which would be right. It feels like the mythical Antarctica is all alone, isolated from other continents like Asia, North America, and Australia. It's not as far as one might assume though. It differs from South America, Europe, and Africa in that it doesn't contain a large...
Missing children cases refer to situations where children are reported missing, and their whereabouts are unknown. These cases can be very concerning and can cause a great deal of anxiety and distress for parents, family members, and the community at large. Investigators can spend years trying to uncover the mystery but never connecting the dots. While every missing person's case...
In society, the dominant culture often sets the standards that everyone follows. Most people enjoy being part of the larger cultural society. Within the dominant cultures are subcultures that distinguish themselves from the traditional values established by the mainstream culture. Subcultures create their own principles and standards for political, sexual, and cultural issues. These subcultures maintain their group identity while...
Tourist attractions and landmarks attract millions of people yearly. Few landmarks and attractions compare with the awe-inspiring pyramids. Built by ancient civilizations, these pyramids pre-date a majority of man-built landmarks. Pyramids are easily recognizable by their unique shape and design. The base of a pyramid is usually a polygon shape, while the exterior is a triangular shape that meets at...
Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder often have an inflated sense of superiority, an inability to empathize with others, and a constant need for admiration. They lack empathy and crave being the center of attention. Narcissists are also manipulative and take advantage of others to achieve their goals of attaining boundless beauty, power, and knowledge. They view themselves as unique and "one-of-a-kind"...
The United States of America is famous for its vast national parks. The parks feature stunning rivers, mountain landscapes, arid deserts, and lush forests. Each park is unique in its own way, depending on the region. They attract millions of tourists yearly from across the country and overseas. While they are great to explore, national parks can also be dangerous...
Despite all the streaming services and different ways to consume media, reading a good book is still the best form of entertainment. It paints pictures that no director or filmmaker can capture in your head. There are many different genres of novels, but nothing beats a darkly disturbing book. The most disturbing novels are those that challenge your sensibilities and...
Greek mythology consists of gods, heroes, and mythological creatures clashing in epic battles centuries ago. As told by the ancient Greeks, these stories involve the origin of the world and various rituals and stories that have become folklore. The classic struggle of good versus evil is at the heart of Greek mythology. Strength comes in different ways in Greek mythology....