#article of interest

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Article of Interest

Wikipedia:Department of Fun - Wikipedia

Assignments: Biographies of Living Penguins

[felicebelle]

What Would Happen If Everyone Truly Believed Everything Is One?

New research suggests a belief in oneness has broad implications for psychological functioning and compassion for those are outside of our immediate circle

[arsnihil]

Gizmodo’s Annual Review of Fake Photos (2015 Edition) A clear sign that the year is truly finishing up: listicles about the year in fake viral photos show up. Enjoy this one from Gizmodo's Matt Novak (who also created the picture in the header).

[newlywedbalance]

Great article that is certainly worth reading, especially if you are the mother of a little girl. It is shocking to me that nearly half of the three - six year olds in America worry about being fat and so many women would rather be pretty than smart.

Do any of you, especially moms, have any thoughts to share?

[newlywedbalance]

Interesting article from the National Post - it is certainly nice to see that so many women are supported by their husbands, even if it isn't part of the "traditional" marriage that many envision. I am surprised (pleasantly!) that woman are the primary earners in almost 40% of marriages.

[newlywedbalance]

Interesting read - it it really important that athletes of all levels accept that their body can only do so much.

[newlywedbalance]

Today is "Blue Monday" the most depressing day of the year, according to Cardiff University lecturer and psychologist Cliff Arnall. We all know Mondays are blah, especially in January.

This article from the Toronto Star offers 10 ways to beat the blues today.

When I'm feeling down, I try and make the most out of my day by laughing, smiling at strangers and saying "I love you". Totally corny but the simple things can make a difference.