I hate Mozart!

OK, this is effing hilarious! We just watched Amadeus over the weekend in preparation for our trip to Vienna and She came across this…

Bonus…

Here’s a post I did on Mozart’s Requiem earlier this year. Me? Unlike Salieri I LOVE MOZART and I can’t wait to get to Vienna to see a live performance of some sort in an historic setting…

Calmness Is the Most Exciting Romantic Experience

Romantic excitement is often stormy, but in our speedy society, dynamic calmness is the new romantic excitement: Calmness Is the Most Exciting Romantic Experience

 

The Tragic Austrian Empress Who Was Murdered by Anarchists

Inside the unhappy reign of Sisi, Empress of Austria and Queen of Hungary: The Tragic Austrian Empress Who Was Murdered by Anarchists | HISTORY


The 4 Antidotes for the 4 Strongest Predictors of Divorce

Learn how to mitigate the Gottmans’ “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” in your relationship. Source: The 4 Antidotes for the 4 Strongest Predictors of Divorce

The Voyage to Remarkably Successful Relationships

Building successful relationships is an art rooted in self-awareness, effective communication, trust, and mutual respect. Source: The Voyage to Remarkably Successful Relationships

 

Science and societyโ€ฆ


Wisdom is better than knowledge

A Trick to Stop Worrying About What You Can’t Control

What can you do when you find yourself worried about climate change or your childโ€™s future? This simple tool might help: A Trick to Stop Worrying About What You Can’t Control

Fearless on Friday the 13th

Dread of Friday the 13th looms large in the cultural consciousness, but it’s really just a day like any other: Fearless on Friday the 13th

A Practice for Developing Kindness Toward Yourself

Valerie Mason-John shares a meditation for cultivating a positive relationship with yourself, and, by extension, the world: A Practice for Developing Kindness Toward Yourself

S. Craig Watkins on AI

S. Craig Watkins is a renowned scholar and professor at the University of Texas at Austin, known for his work in the fields of digital media, youth culture, and social networking. His research explores the intersection of technology and society, including the impact of artificial intelligence on various aspects of human life. Watkins delves into the ways AI influences communication, education, and access to information, shedding light on both its potential benefits and possible drawbacks. His insightful analyses offer valuable perspectives on the evolving relationship between AI and society.


Why Elaine de Kooning’s Portrait of JFK Broke All the Rules

After the assassination, the grief-stricken artist painted the presidentโ€™s image obsessively; finally saying she caught only “a glimpse” of him: Why Elaine de Kooning’s Portrait of JFK Broke All the Rules

How Do You Make Long-Distance Relationships Work?

Long-distance relationships often do go the distance, leading to successful marriage and other long-term partnerships. These 15 actions are vital to making it work: How Do You Make Long-Distance Relationships Work?

5 Things You Should Know About Emotionally Neglected Men

Men have emotions that are vivid and deep, yet they are subtly discouraged from showing and sharing them. This harms their lives by hindering the depth of their connections. Source: 5 Things You Should Know About Emotionally Neglected Men

The Foundation of Healthy Relationships

Trust, honesty, respect, open communication, effort, and collaboration are ideal for any relationship, but the journey toward healthier connections begins within ourselves. Source: The Foundation of Healthy Relationships

 

The 4 Strongest Predictors of Divorce

The Gottmans’ famous “Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse” put marriages at major risk. Source: The 4 Strongest Predictors of Divorce

The 4 Biggest Lies That Destroy Love

Often, the lies we whisper to ourselves and our partners are the threads that quietly unravel the love weโ€™ve worked so hard to weave. Source: The 4 Biggest Lies That Destroy Love

 

Raffaello

This one gots out to my internet friend Raffaello Palandri — somewhere in Chicago you have a fan so big they named a building after you! I know how much you like to take pictures of interesting buildings in Germany — this one is for you…

Animal Confession

 

A priest solemnly hears confessions from dog parishioners

9 Easy Mantras to Crush Your Loneliness

If you’re feeling lonely, using three words can help reduce your stress and build your solitude muscle. Source: 9 Easy Mantras to Crush Your Loneliness

How I Changed My Life by Becoming a Thought Snob

If you want to change your life, you need to recognize and challenge your beliefs. Only then can make different choices. Source: How I Changed My Life by Becoming a Thought Snob – Tiny Buddha

50 Ways to Leave Your Lover

Severing ties with someone can be a painful, difficult process. Paul Simonโ€™s catchy classic provides inspiration for five categories to consider when taking the steps to separate. Source: 50 Ways to Leave Your Lover

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