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Gelato Punch
Indica THC 22% Terpene profile: This strain is my favorite so far. It elevates my mind to incredible heights, inspiring a flood of story ideas and fascinating theories about the ‘verse. Itâs truly a cosmic experience that fuels my imagination and creativity.đâ¨
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You Got Personality!
The MBTI and other personality tests claim to reveal our true selves, but how much can we trust these results when so much of our environment, biology, and experiences shape the way we answer? Iâve been reflecting on this lately, and the deeper I go, the more questions I uncover. The Influence of Medications and…
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Dream Analysis: The ’74 Comet and the Festival
I had a dream which involved my first car, a 1974 Mercury Comet. This car was more than just a mode of transportation; it was a symbol of freedom and independence. Passed down from my aunt to my older sisters, I became its driver after obtaining my license late in my 16th year. I envisioned…
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Dicey Decisions: A Fusion of Skill, Randomness, and Fast-Paced Fun
Introduction Greetings, Random Rollers! I’m Xucaenâthe Dude of Dice and Prophet of Probability. Today, as my thoughts tumbled like four dimensional polyhedrals, I found myself dreaming of a brand-new tabletop game empowered by the magic of dice. And you know what? I think I might just be onto something! It all started with a simple…
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The Positivity Effect Duo: A Tale of Two Concepts
Hello, my fellow travelers of the Lightest Timeline! Today, weâre diving into something Iâve been thinking a lot about lately: The Positivity Effect. Not just the one Iâve created (which youâre probably familiar with if youâve been vibing along with me), but also the psychological phenomenon that shares the same name. Itâs fascinating how the…
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Edward Lorenz and the Butterfly Effect: A Legacy in Chaos Theory
Photo by C. Zukosky, courtesy of the University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR).
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The Positivity Effect
Part 1: The Butterfly Effect The term âbutterfly effectâ originates from chaos theory in mathematics, popularized by meteorologist Edward Lorenz. Lorenz discovered that tiny changes in the initial conditions of a weather model (like the flap of a butterflyâs wings in Brazil) could set off a chain reaction resulting in significant differences elsewhere (like a…
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Ăriu and the Sacred Heart of Ireland: Unveiling the Myth, Majesty, and Legacy of the Hill of Uisneach
Prologue As I delved into research for a Celtic cross tattoo design, I stumbled upon a captivating thread in Irish mythology that took me deeper than I ever anticipated. My journey led me to Ăriu, the goddess of sovereignty and the spirit of the land, whose story is intertwined with the Hill of Uisneachâa place…
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A Comprehensive Exploration of Overlaps between Culture, Cannabis and Tattoos
Introduction & Overview Hi there! Iâm James, aka Xucaen. Lately, Iâve been diving deep into the world of tattoos, and a fascinating question emerged: is there an historical crossover between tattoo culture and cannabis culture? These two worlds share so muchâboundless creativity, tight-knit communities, and a refreshing sense of positivity from the people Iâve encountered…
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My Favorite Four Terpenes and a Love for Tea
Let me tell you about a few of my favorite things: linalool, myrcene, limonene, and pinene. These terpenes are more than just chemical compoundsâtheyâre like little wellness warriors. They lower my anxiety, help me focus, melt away aches and pains, and keep stress at bay (yes, Iâm double-dipping on that one because itâs a big…