Thinks I find along the way
Researchers have made a surprising discovery about the human gut’s enteric nervous system that itself is filled with surprising facts. For starters, there’s the fact that this ‘second brain’ exists at all: Revealing the logic of the body’s ‘second brain’: Scientists discover new science in the gut and, potentially, new leads on how to treat irritable bowel syndrome and other disorders
Knowing how to identify the positive traits to look for in long-term relationships will help protect your heart. Watch for these 10 things: 10 Positive Traits To Look For In Long-Term Relationships
A recent study finds that exercise can strengthen the brain and improve memory: Can Walking Reverse Brain Aging?
Why it is much better than happiness: What Is Eudaimonia?
On this day in 1776, Thomas Paine’s immortal words inspired the revolutionary army…
‘These are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of their country; but he that stands it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman.
Tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered; yet we have this consolation with us, that the harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph.
What we obtain too cheap, we esteem too lightly: it is dearness only that gives every thing its value. Heaven knows how to put a proper price upon its goods; and it would be strange indeed if so celestial an article as FREEDOM should not be highly rated: Thomas Paine publishes “The American Crisis”
While I no longer believe in ‘american exceptionalism’ there is no doubt this is an exceptional example of words that inspired men to great deeds. You can read the entire pamphlet at no cost here (and I believe every American should read this at least once in their lifetime):
Burnham is famously quoted as saying, “Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men’s blood and probably will not themselves be realized.” This slogan has been taken to capture the essence of Burnham’s spirit.
Teaching critical thinking skill is imperative to regain our lost social values: Critical Thinking Is a Key to Repairing Our Social Fabric
It’s ironic but true: The best thing for your nervous system is another human and the worst thing for your nervous system is another human. Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett tells us why: People’s words and actions can actually shape your brain — a neuroscientist explains how
Why some couples walk down the aisle and into the sunset: One Simple Way to Maintain a Happy Marriage
I took some time off yesterday to clear my head with one more epic bike ride of the season. Here’s some of what I saw along the way…
I love my Michigan…
It might not feel like it in the heat of the moment, but being single proves better than being in a toxic relationship. Here’s the proof: Psychology Explains Why Being Single Is Better Than a Toxic Relationship
New study reveals the negative impact of impolite workplace emails: Rude Emails Can Harm Your Mental Health
This is the latest episode of one of my favorite podcasts:
“Judy, Lyn and Donna Ulrich were driving to a volleyball game when their Ford Pinto was hit from behind by a Chevy van. The Pinto caught fire, and the three teenagers were burned to death. This week on Hidden Brain, we talk to a former Ford insider who could have voted to recall the Pinto years before the Ulrich girls were killed — but didn’t. And we ask, is it possible to fairly evaluate our past actions when we know how things turned out? Source: The Halo Effect: Why It’s So Difficult To Understand The Past : Hidden Brain“
Are your bathroom habits healthy? : Are You Peeing Too Often Or Not Nearly Enough? A Urologist Explains
Exercise increases galanin in the locus coeruleus and boosts stress resilience: How Running Makes the Brain More Resilient to Stress
It’s the secret to high-performing teams — and strong marriages: The Ideal Praise-to-Criticism Ratio
Bright, shiny objects! 
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