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What is Petrichor? Have you ever taken a deep breath after a fresh rain shower and felt a wave of euphoria wash over you?  Petrichor is that intoxicating scent that fills the air. Raindrops releasing earthy, musty, and slightly sweet aromas into the air when they hit dry soil is what gives petrichor its unique […]

Tech Neck.  Tech neck is a term used to describe the repetitive strain injury (RSI) that can occur in the neck due to prolonged use of electronic devices, such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. When we use these devices, we often tilt our heads forward and look down at the screen. This eventually puts extra […]

Serendipity: The Joy of Unexpected Discoveries. Serendipity is the art of making fortunate discoveries by accident. It is the unexpected arrival of good fortune. The word serendipity comes from the Persian fairy tale “The Three Princes of Serendip”, which tells the story of three princes who always made fortunate discoveries by accident. Serendipity is a […]

Ever get that feeling you’re falling off a cliff when you’re about to fall asleep? Hypnic jerks, also known as sleep starts, are involuntary muscle contractions that occur when the body is in the transitional stage between wakefulness and sleep. They are often accompanied by a feeling of falling. They are very common and are […]