I have a confession. As a physicist and psychiatrist, I find it difficult to engage with conversations about consciousness. My biggest gripe is that the philosophers and cognitive scientists who tend to pose the questions often assume that the mind is a thing, whose existence can be identified by the attributes it has or the…
Nestled in a stone, 19-century tower, Tainaron Blue Retreat in Mani, Greece, features an outdoor pool with hydrotherapy and offers rooms with unobstructed sea or mountain views. Free WiFi access is available. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a flat-screen, satellite TV, Nespresso coffee maker and a minibar. Cocomat mattresses, linens, bathrobes, slippers,…
‘If it’s worth doing, it’s worth doing well.’ How many times did I hear that growing up? My parents were attempting to teach me (just in case I hadn’t absorbed it from their actions) the importance of striving for excellence.
They were encouraging what some psychologists call ‘constructive perfectionism’ or ‘healthy perfectionism’ – a personality…
People Are Holding Events In The Sky To Circumvent Quarantines
Rules that limit the size of gatherings are imposed at the city, state, or national level – and don’t apply to the sky. So if it’s illegal to gather with 20 or 40 of your closest friends because of the global pandemic, why not hold your…
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We're really excited to announce our newest partner, Cruise118.com, the world's largest cruise retailer offering cruises from all the major cruise lines. Cruise118.com has access to the best deals and discounts on a wide variety of cruises, and can tailor any package to meet your needs. Their expert Cruise Concierge team are on hand to…
In keeping with the current trend of providing people remote-work visas, Caribbean country Antigua and Barbuda has become the latest nation to open its doors for people looking for a change of scene. According to The Independent, the country is willing to welcome digital nomads amid the pandemic — which has made it clear that…
Matouring.com is especially pleased to announce the addition of a new partner, ebookers.com We have a long history with ebookers. A part of the Expedia Group, ebookers has offices throughout Europe, with intimate knowledge of their locales. "At ebookers we’re passionate about travel. We believe in more surprising, more extraordinary, more rewarding travel experiences.…
Munich may be without Oktoberfest — but it's still a lot of fun Munich's Oktoberfest was canceled this year due to the coronavirus. But the city has come up with alternative events that could also benefit tourists from abroad in the future. Christin spent the summer under palm trees, enjoying the feeling of sand between…
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....but a process of inference. I have a confession. As a physicist and psychiatrist, I find it difficult to engage with conversations about consciousness. My biggest gripe is that the philosophers and cognitive scientists who tend to pose the questions often assume that the mind is a thing, whose existence can be identified by the…
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Lifting weights has a long list of benefits, but one of the biggest risks of either doing it in improper form or going too heavy is that you can wind up with back pain. According to a chiropractor, there’s another factor in strength training workouts that can also put your back at risk: the number…
A psychedelic experience can be deeply rewarding, but also carries real risks. Here’s how to avoid a bad trip.
Humans have consumed substances with consciousness-altering properties for millennia. Traditional societies used them in healing rituals, initiation ceremonies and to make contact with the gods and the dead, among other practices. Today they are…
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The Vuelta a España (English: Tour of Spain) is an annual multi-stage bicycle race primarily held in Spain, while also occasionally making passes through nearby countries. Inspired by the success of the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France, the race…
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World Peace Day encourages us to be kind to others, and teach others to be peaceful. The creator so this day, encourages us as individuals, to play a role in making the world a better place. The creator believes it starts with us. He suggests we…
Walk in the footsteps of your favourite actors and screenwriters around the cinematic world of London. Your guide is a movie enthusiast, armed with weird and wonderful film trivia. Meet your guide in Soho, where you will be put into teams - prepare to have your movie knowledge tested in our Silverscreen Quiz! There are…
It had been a packed afternoon of exploring the charming city of Tamba Sasayama, where the vibrant energy of young businesses ran hot through the city. But it was also a relentlessly cold and rainy day. so I was already fantasizing about hot baths and steaming hot pots when we arrived at the 100-year-old traditional Japanese house.…
Think of it as the flip side of solar energy: instead of converting the sun’s rays into electricity, researchers from Stanford University and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) are drawing energy from the cold night sky. Read more courtesy of CottageLife.com
If you want to know what it was like to live like a French aristocrat in the 1700s, now's your chance―sort of. A mother-daughter duo has teamed up to turn an abandoned, historic chateau in France into a bustling bed and breakfast, and are inviting guests to come stay during the renovations. Read more courtesy of HouseBeautiful.com