Marcel Kuhn
The Science of Stillness: Why Doing Less Can Help You Achieve More
The Meditation Revolution Is Reshaping Our Brains The Meditation Revolution Is Reshaping Our Brains (image credits: unsplash) Your brain is literally changing shape right now. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) has shown many positive brain changes and improved several brain functions in people who practice meditation regularly. The scans still detected changes in the subjects’ brain …
Forgotten Heroes of the Underground Railroad
William Still: The Father of the Underground Railroad William Still: The Father of the Underground Railroad (image credits: wikimedia) William ...
The Strangest Laws Still in Effect in Every U.S. State
Alabama: No Dominoes on Sundays Alabama: No Dominoes on Sundays (image credits: pixabay) In Alabama, there’s an old law that ...
14 Signs You’re More Mindful Than You Realize
You Notice the Little Things You Notice the Little Things (image credits: pixabay) Have you ever caught yourself staring at the shape of clouds or the way sunlight dances through your kitchen window? People who are naturally mindful often tune into the tiny details that others might overlook. Research from Harvard Medical School shows that …
7 Common Homeowner Habits That Could Be Breaking the Law
Collecting Rainwater Without Permission Collecting Rainwater Without Permission (image credits: pixabay) You might think that water falling from the sky belongs to everyone, but many states have strict laws about rainwater harvesting. Colorado, for instance, only allowed homeowners to collect rainwater in 2016 after decades of prohibition, and even now there are limits on barrel …
These 15 Paintings Were Hated When First Shown—Now They’re Icons
Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci (image credits: unsplash) It’s hard to imagine that the Mona Lisa, the world’s most famous painting, was ever anything but beloved. Yet, when Leonardo da Vinci finished it around 1506, it was just another portrait among many, and it didn’t captivate audiences. In …
How the Gold Rush Changed the West Forever
The Spark That Ignited a Nation The Spark That Ignited a Nation (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: one man picks ...
10 Defining Technological Advancements in U.S. History
In the tapestry of American history, technology has played a pivotal role. From the first whispers of industry to the ...
How do you know if you are still conscious
The Mirror Inside Your Head The Mirror Inside Your Head (image credits: pexels) Ever wonder if you’re truly awake or just going through the motions? It’s one of those questions that hits you at 2 AM when you’re staring at the ceiling. Consciousness is your awareness of yourself and the world around you. This awareness …
10 Brain Tricks That Improve Focus (And Only Take Seconds)
Box Breathing – The Navy SEAL Secret Weapon Box Breathing – The Navy SEAL Secret Weapon (image credits: unsplash) Ever wondered how Navy SEALs maintain laser focus under extreme pressure? Box breathing is a technique used by Navy SEALs, athletes, and high-performers to sharpen mental clarity under pressure. The technique is surprisingly simple: breathe in …
