Opinion When confronted with an insult, your first reaction might be to snap back or feel hurt. However, maintaining your composure is a critical first step. By staying calm, you signal that you are in control of your emotions and the situation. “Calmness under pressure is often the most powerful response to aggression,” says psychologist...
Generally, Lizards cannot be categorized as cute reptiles, but somehow this one passes the cute test all while looking a little scary at the same time. Have you met a reptile that is amazingly cute and haunting at the same time? No? Meet the Armadillo Lizard, the mini-dragon lookalike. Found in the rocky mountains of...
The organization “People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, aka, PETA, has been known for making outrageous claims and statements in the past. From requesting a gravestone for lobsters who died in a truck crash, to claiming that cow milk is a symbol of white supremacy, they have more than once indulged in the ridiculous...
The first problem new pet owners may encounter is that their puppy seems restless, despite all the hours of playtime they were given. While exercise is a great way to tire your new little one out, it doesn’t fully stimulate them mentally. Imagine going for a run or swimming every day but you never get...
There has been a long-standing debate as to whether or not humans should sleep with their pets. Some argue that having a dog or a cat in your bed is unhygienic, and others say it makes getting a good night’s sleep more difficult. Despite this, one survey found that 55 percent of pet owners allow their...
No matter what type of relationship we have with someone – familial, friendship, or romantic relationship – we all want to feel seen, heard and appreciated. We want to feel loved and respected. Above all else, we want to feel important to the people who we have decided are important to us. What happens when those...
Whoever named this cutie Milkshake made a great choice, because he does “bring everybody to the yard.” Milkshake is one of the 100 pink pugs in the world, and it’s no wonder why people online are fawning so much over him. Unique Features The 17-month-old London-based dog has stunningly unique features that set him aside...
A mom is that person who immerses the entirety of herself into another human being – her child. Science says that some of a baby’s DNA cells never leave the mother’s body, a phenomenon known as fetomaternal microchimerism. Some of the fetus’s cells escape from the uterus through the placenta and will be transported by...
“A dog will teach you unconditional love. If you can have that in your life, things won’t be too bad,” – Robert Wagner. To truly train a child in the way they should go is to teach them love, kindness, empathy, and compassion. It’s been an age-long concept for schools across the world to devise...
For nearly a decade, a German woman named Michele Kobke maintained a sexual relationship with a Boeing 737-800 plane, which she affectionately named “Schatz,” meaning darling in German. The relationship, which started in 2014, was part of a phenomenon known as objectophilia, where individuals develop romantic or sexual attachments to inanimate objects.1 How It All...
Empathy is not reserved for humans. For example, a person can tell if their friend or partner is feeling stressed, and they can change their behavior accordingly. As it turns out, so can dogs. There are animals specially trained to protect the health of humans, such as canines who warn their epileptic owners when they’re...
Scientists have long studied human ancestry to better understand our origins, and recent research has revealed fascinating insights into just how interconnected we all are. Surprisingly, it turns out we all share one common ancestor, but it’s not who you might expect. Let’s dive into what this means and how it changes our understanding of...
