Rats are so prolific that within one and a half years, a pair can produce over a million offspring 🐀🐀🐀
Rats are known for their high reproductive capacity. They have a short gestation period and produce a large number of offspring in each breeding cycle. Under favorable conditions and in the absence of population control, a pair of rats can give birth to several hundred to several thousand offspring in a year. Thus, within one and a half years, the number of offspring from a single pair of rats can reach several million (taking into account the reproduction of their offspring as well). This makes rats one of the most prolific rodents.
Please note that the mentioned figures are approximate and can vary depending on various factors.
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Once, while passing by elephants at the zoo, I suddenly stopped, amazed at the fact that such enormous creatures as elephants were held in the zoo by a thin rope tied to their front leg. 🐘✨
No chains, no cages. It was obvious that the elephants could easily break free from the rope they were tied with, but for some reason, they didn't.
I approached the trainer and asked him why these majestic and beautiful animals simply stood there and made no attempt to escape.
He replied, "When they were young and much smaller than they are now, we tied them with the same rope. And now that they are adults, this same rope is enough to hold them.
Growing up, they believe that this rope can still hold them, so they don't try to run away." It was astonishing.
These animals could free themselves from their "shackles" at any moment, but because they believed they couldn't, they stood there forever without attempting to break free.
Just like these elephants, how many of us believe that we can't do something simply because it didn't work out once? 🤔🌟
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When it's time to give birth, a female shark loses her appetite to avoid the temptation of eating her own offspring 🦈❤️
In some shark species, including great white sharks and tiger sharks, females lose their appetite before giving birth.
This is a protective mechanism that helps prevent accidental cannibalism of their offspring.
During this time, the female focuses on giving birth and protecting her pups.
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What to see on the weekend? 📺
"The Secret" 2006
"The Secret" is a self-help documentary film released in 2006. It is based on the book of the same name by Rhonda Byrne and explores the concept of the Law of Attraction. The film features a series of interviews with various authors, philosophers, and motivational speakers who discuss the power of positive thinking and visualization.
"The Secret" gained significant popularity upon its release and sparked a widespread discussion about the principles it presents. The central idea of the film is that thoughts and feelings have a direct influence on a person's life and can attract positive or negative outcomes. According to the Law of Attraction, if one focuses on positive thoughts and visualizes their desires, the universe will respond by bringing those desires into reality.
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The cutest thing you'll see today - a sleeping sea turtle 🐢😴
Sea turtles need to come up to the surface to breathe. However, they can actually sleep underwater for 4-7 hours before resurfacing for air.
During this time, they can significantly slow down their metabolism and heart rate to conserve oxygen as long as possible. They can go up to 9 minutes between heartbeats.
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True love❤️
The teacher learned that one of his students was persistently seeking someone's love.
"Do not demand love, for you will not receive it," the teacher said. 😔
"But why?" asked the student. 🤔
"Tell me, what do you do when uninvited guests forcefully try to enter your door? When they knock, shout, demand to be let in, and even pull their hair in frustration because you won't open it?" 😡
"I lock it even tighter," replied the student. 😣
"Do not try to break into the doors of other people's hearts, for they will close even tighter before you. Become a desired 'guest,' and every heart will open to you." 😊💖
Simply love people, and indeed, love, even if it is small and inconspicuous, is the key that can unlock any heart, even one that has long remained closed. The main thing is for this love to be sincere and not fake. 💕
Take an example from a flower that does not chase after bees but, by offering them nectar, attracts them to itself. Love is the nectar that people "gather around." 🌸🌼
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Studies have shown that children who are "first-born" have higher IQ than their siblings - this is a FAKE! 🚫
Research on the relationship between a child's birth order and their intellectual abilities yields varying results, and it is not possible to make a definitive conclusion that "first-born" children have higher IQ than their siblings. Some studies indicate that birth order can influence a child's personality and behavior, but it is challenging to directly link these factors to intellectual abilities.
IQ is influenced by multiple factors, including genetic predisposition, environment, upbringing, and education. These factors can vary for each child, regardless of their birth order. Therefore, it is not possible to make a general statement that "first-born" children always have a higher IQ than their siblings. 👨👩👦👦
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Germinated seed. One day, the disciples came to the elder and asked him: why do bad inclinations easily overpower a person, while good ones are difficult to acquire and remain weak within them?
"What will happen if you leave a healthy seed in the sun and bury a sick one in the ground?" asked the elder.
"The good seed left without soil will perish, while the bad seed will sprout, producing a sickly shoot and poor fruit," the disciples replied.
"That's how people act: instead of secretly doing good deeds and nurturing good beginnings deep in their souls, they put them on display, thus destroying them. And their flaws and sins, to prevent others from seeing them, people hide deep in their souls. There they grow and destroy the person in their very heart.
"But you, be wise."
The disciples thanked the elder for his teaching and left, deep in contemplation. 😇🙏💭
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Tobacco smoke does not relax but actually inhibits the functioning of the nervous system 🚭💨
Tobacco smoke contains various harmful chemicals, including nicotine, which is the primary psychoactive substance in tobacco.
Nicotine affects neurochemical receptors in the brain and spinal cord, causing stimulation while simultaneously inhibiting certain nerve signals. ⚡🧠
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What to see on the weekend? 📺
"Stockholm" is a film inspired by true events and directed by Robert Budreau. The story takes place in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1973, and revolves around a bank heist that turns into an extraordinary hostage situation. 🇸🇪
Lars Nystrom, a charismatic but troubled criminal, enters a bank with the intention of robbing it. 🏦 Unexpectedly, the situation escalates, and Lars takes several bank employees hostage. As the tense standoff unfolds, a complex bond begins to form between Lars and one of the hostages, Bianca Lind.
The film explores the psychological dynamics between the captors and the captives, delving into themes of Stockholm syndrome and the blurred lines between victim and captor. It showcases the intense emotional journey of the characters as they navigate the increasingly dangerous situation and grapple with their own inner conflicts.
"Stockholm" is a gripping thriller that combines elements of crime, drama, and dark humor. It features compelling performances, including Ethan Hawke as Lars Nystrom and Noomi Rapace as Bianca Lind, and offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human psyche under extreme circumstances.
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Don't be greedy, invest in yourself! 🤑
The mad pursuit of material possessions often plays a cruel joke on those who struggle to control this desire. When you engage in something solely for the sake of the outcome, the result will either disappoint you or provoke greed. The positive outcome with such an approach is almost negligible.
"The essence of the journey is not the final destination, but the journey itself." ✈️
And I'm not trying to be someone who is above all material things. A man should know how to earn a living. I'm not saying that money, for example, doesn't play any role in our lives. I'm talking about the material dependency when a person associates their existence solely with the amount accumulated.
"I have savings—I exist. No savings—I die."
Such an approach doesn't allow for satisfaction. The goal of life becomes possession. No matter how much you accumulate or earn, it will never be enough. It will always be difficult to even spend on the essentials. There will always be some imaginary goal that moves further away as the accumulation grows.
As David Ricardo wrote, "Greed does not allow one to rejoice because in such a case, human desires have no end. A greedy person is forced to envy those who are wealthier and fear those who are poorer."
Therefore, detestable work cannot buy a person. Any amount, sooner or later, will seem insufficient to endure it all.
It is essential to learn to let go of the material without the pangs of greed. It is crucial to strive for having an additional source of income, even if it's small but brings joy. This will make it easier to invest in oneself, and investments in oneself will allow for faster growth. 📈
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Dealing with any bully 😊
• Even if the bully shouts and expresses outrage towards you, just remain calm and listen to everything. It may be challenging, but it's important to restrain yourself.
• When the aggressor stops their outbursts, calmly ask them, "Is that all?" The response can be anything, but it doesn't matter.
• Once they answer, ask them the following: "Why did you say all of this to me right now?" Believe me, the person won't be able to provide a reasonable answer, so most likely, they will apologize. And as a result, you will emerge as the winner! 😉
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What to read? 📖
Ten Types of Innovation by Brian Quinn, Helen Walters, Larry Keeley, and Ryan Pikkel
"The framework is organized into three categories: configuration, offering, and experience. The author uses a theatrical metaphor, backstage, to describe the configuration phase, its steps being more distant to the customer, such as the profit model, structure, and process. The experience phase is described as onstage and is more obvious to end users: brand, service, and customer engagement. This book has been a great reference for our team as we create our own Ten Types that we call the stages of Human-Centered Design, a creative approach to problem solving. And similar to the Ten Types, only when you include every important step in the process will you end with a truly innovative solution."
--Bob Niemiec, managing partner of Twisthink, a product innovation and business strategy consultancy
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Learn to put yourself in new states of mind 🧠✨
What does an ordinary person do when they feel bad? They whine, get irritated, and have an irresistible urge to spoil the mood for others. 😒
What does an ordinary person do when they face failure? They blame others to dull the pain. 😖
A charismatic person knows how to intentionally put themselves in new states of mind. This means if they need to be confident now, but they're completely down, they can, with the power of their will, evoke the necessary mindset within a few minutes. 💪
If their mood is spoiled, but they need to radiate optimism right now, they change their state. Charismatic people know how to work with their internal states. 🔆🌈
Keep reading our psychology posts, and you will learn how to do this and much more! 📚💡 Next month, there's a lot more interesting and useful information waiting for you. And your reactions to our posts motivate us to keep working for you! 😊🙏
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Use contrasts to get what you want 😏
Ask for something much larger than what you really want. Most of the time, you'll get a rejection to such a request, but that's exactly the moment when you should start negotiating. Don't be afraid of rejection! 🚫
Then, propose a smaller option to your counterpart, but still a significant one. And then slowly move towards what you really want to obtain. 📉
In contrast with the other options, your actual desire will seem like a trifle, which will prompt your 'victim' to make concessions, and you'll achieve what you want. 😉💪
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Improving Communication Skills! Practical Exercise 🗣️
If something scares you, it means you should do it.🙀 That's how growth is achieved. 📈
Let's ask strangers for the time, a lighter, directions to the pharmacy, or anything else that comes to mind.
Minimum task: Engage in as many spontaneous dialogues as possible, especially with those who make you nervous (like exceptionally beautiful women).
Maximum challenge for the experienced: Extend the conversation into getting to know the person, give a compliment, show interest in their life.
You can also count interactions with service workers, salespeople, as long as you go beyond the usual "a carton of milk and some matches" and ask them about abstract topics. It's okay to rehearse in your mind before approaching someone.
Having three such conversations makes the day worthwhile, with a +10 boost in sociability. Share in the comments if you've done this exercise! 😊🗒️
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What to read? 📖
Designing for Growth: A Design Thinking Tool Kit for Managers by Jeanne Liedtka and Tim Ogilvie
"It provides a practical approach on how companies can drive innovation. This is something we're always focused on here at Wayfair, where employees are encouraged to share innovative and out-of-the-box ideas, test their theories, analyze data, and learn and iterate to find the best, most effective solutions."
--Brad Johnson, VP of Castlegate Fulfillment for the online home store Wayfair
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China 🇨🇳 Fulong City
In the northwest of Hunan Province, you will find the incredibly picturesque town of Fulong, founded over 1,000 years ago by the Tujia people.
Fulong is characterized by significant variations in altitude, ranging from 139 to 927 meters above sea level.
Traditional wooden houses with multiple levels are nestled around a 60-meter waterfall that cascades into the Yu Shui River.
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