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Dysania: The state of finding it difficult to get out of bed in the morning. If you’re one of the many people who dread getting up in the morning then you may have dysania. It’s a common condition that can make it hard to get out of bed, even after a good night’s sleep. There […]

Vertigo is a medical condition that causes dizziness and a false sense of motion. It can feel like the room is spinning around you, or like you’re swaying or rocking back and forth. Vertigo can be caused by a variety of factors, including inner ear problems, migraines, and certain medications. But what is vertigo from […]

What is the cause of pins and needles? Pins and needles, also known as paresthesia, is a tingling, pricking, or numbness sensation that can occur anywhere on the body. It is caused by pressure on a nerve, which cuts off the blood supply therefore prevents the nerve from sending signals to the brain. There are […]

Vorfreude: The Fun of Waiting Vorfreude is a German word that means “the anticipation of pleasure.” It’s that feeling of excitement and anticipation that you get when you’re looking forward to something good. It could be anything from a vacation to a birthday party to a new episode of your favorite TV show. Vorfreude is […]

White Noise: The Sound of Everything and Nothing White noise is a sound that includes all frequencies audible to the human ear—between 20 hertz and 20,000 hertz—played at an equal intensity or amplitude, measured in decibels. It is often used to create a sense of privacy or to mask other sounds. It’s also the sound […]

Pica is a rare and mysterious eating disorder that causes people to crave and eat non-food items, such as ice chips, clay, chalk, paper, and soap. It is a serious condition that can lead to health problems such as malnutrition, poisoning, and intestinal blockages. But despite its risks, pica can also be a source of […]

Pareidolia: Seeing Faces Everywhere Have you ever looked up at the clouds and seen a face? Or stared at a piece of wood and thought it looked like a person? Or maybe you’ve seen a face in your toast or on the moon? If so, you’ve experienced pareidolia. Pareidolia is the tendency to see faces […]

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 […]