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What is the endowment effect? Why do we have a hard time parting with out possessions? The endowment effect states that when you own something, you automatically value it more than other people do. This can lead to poor selling decisions and a tendency to overvalue your possessions. Keep reading for more about the endowment effect.
What does it mean when a character in literature takes flight? What are some examples of flight being used symbolically? More often than not, flight in literature symbolizes either freedom or spirituality. Additionally, the ability to fly can also be used ironically depending on the circumstance. Keep reading to learn about flight in literature.
What is tennis focus? How do you learn to focus and how can it help you play better? Tennis focus is referred to as “relaxed focus.” This means that you have your head in the game, but don’t stress yourself out with self-criticism and overthinking. Read more about tennis focus and how it can improve your game.
Why didn’t the Obamas’ marriage start out smoothly? Why did Barack take a second, solo honeymoon just weeks after he married Michelle? Michelle Obama always dreamed about getting married, but Barack, who came from a family with loose ties, didn’t care much about marriage. The two came from very different upbringings and that caused them to clash over their ideals. Keep reading about Michelle Obama’s marriage to Barack
Why hasn’t natural selection, over millions of years, prevented us from getting cancer, heart disease, and depression? Why do our bodies deteriorate with age? How can Darwinian Medicine help us understand diseases better? In the book Why We Get Sick, Randolph Nesse and George Williams explain that “natural selection” means that evolution prioritizes reproductive fitness above all else and that evolution doesn’t bother eliminating diseases that affect us later in life. They also discuss reproductive health and aging as they relate to Darwinian Medicine. Keep reading to learn more about the evolutionary science behind why we get sick.
How much money do you need to retire in Australia? What are some considerations for Australian retirement planning? Australia is hardly a cheap country to spend your retirement. To retire comfortably, singles will need will need an estimated $43,317 and couples—$60,997 per year. With this in mind, the earlier you start planning your retirement, the better off your golden years will be. Here are three pieces of advice Australian citizens should consider when planning their retirement.
Are you looking to increase your business revenue? What are some of the most effective strategies to amp up your revenue numbers? Revenue is the backbone of your business. Your company’s survival depends on your revenue numbers. Below, we will highlight five strategies that can help you increase your business revenue, and consequently, profit. Here are five surefire strategies to increase your business revenue.
Is language an invention or an intrinsic trait? What are the exact mechanisms that gave rise to the phenomenon of symbolic language? Language is undoubtedly one of the greatest human inventions of all time, although the question of whether symbolic language is an invention or an intrinsic feature of the human species is a matter of semantics. There’s some archaeological evidence that language arose during the Cro-Magnon period, but the exact mechanisms behind its development are unknown. Keep reading to learn about the invention of the human language.
How do parasites work? Why do they damage their hosts? Wouldn’t it benefit the parasite to keep its host nourished and healthy? The authors of Why We Get Sick explore the science behind how parasites work. They argue that parasites are competitive and that they must fight each other for resources. They also claim that parasites and hosts have reached an equilibrium. Keep reading to learn why parasites don’t help us.
How often do you find yourself discussing issues of race or racism? What is your comfort level in having conversations about race? Race is a sensitive and contentious topic to talk about. However, talking about race is the critical first step in dismantling the structures and eradicating the practices that perpetuate racism. Here are some things to keep in mind when having conversations about race.