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“Put a rat in a cage and give it 2 water bottles. One is just water and one is water laced with heroin or cocaine. The rat will almost always prefer the drugged water and almost always kill itself in a couple of weeks. That is our theory of addiction. Bruce comes along in the ’70s and said, “Well, hang on. We’re putting the rat in an empty cage. It has nothing to do. Let’s try this a bit differently.” So he built Rat Park, and Rat Park is like heaven for rats. Everything a rat could want is in Rat Park. Lovely food. Lots of sex. Other rats to befriend. Colored balls. Plus both water bottles, one with water and one with drugged water. But here’s what's fascinating: In Rat Park, they don’t like the drugged water. They hardly use it. None of them overdose. None of them use in a way that looks like compulsion or addiction. What Bruce did shows that both the right-wing and left-wing theories of addiction are wrong. The right-wing theory is that it’s a moral failing, you’re a hedonist, you party too hard. The left-wing theory is that it takes you over, your brain is hijacked. Bruce says it’s not your morality, it’s not your brain; it’s your cage. Addiction is largely an adaptation to your environment. Now, we created a society where significant numbers of us can't bear to be present in our lives without being on something, drink, drugs, sex, shopping... We’ve created a hyper consumerist, hyper individualist, isolated world that is, for many of us, more like the first cage than the bonded, connected cages we need. The opposite of addiction is not sobriety. The opposite of addiction is connection. And our whole society, the engine of it, is geared toward making us connect with things not people. You are not a good consumer citizen if you spend your time bonding with the people around you and not stuff. In fact, we are trained from a young age to focus our hopes, dreams, and ambitions on things to buy and consume. Drug addiction is a subset of that." Credit: Johann Hari

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A simple life ✨

Like a gateway to another realm, the sky ignites in an otherworldly vision of light and shadow. The sun, framed by a halo of glowing clouds, gazes down upon the restless sea, reminding us that the universe is a canvas of breathtaking wonders beyond imagination.

Why does this tree look like it's sneaking out of the woods...🤣

Creativity ✨

Get a checklist of home defense and perimeter tips, It may be a little silly but it's a reminder that it's not hard to make a hidden saferoom_ The best places are turning a laundry room.

Cocoa Beach, FL, about 20 hours ago...the picture was taken by my friend Mia Ella Mereu

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Working at the bank:

Nearly 2,500 years ago, the Greek wrestler Milo of Croton was regarded as the strongest person to have ever lived in the known world. A man of incredible strength and athleticism, he taught us the three basic principles of building muscle: start very light, don’t miss workouts, and increase training in very small increments. Milo, from Croton in Magna Graecia, today’s southern Italy, was almost certainly the most successful wrestler of his day, becoming six-time wrestling champion at the Ancient Olympic Games in Greece. In 540 BC, he won the boys’ wrestling category and then proceeded to win the men’s competition at the next five Olympic Games in a row. Source https://vocal.media/history/milo-of-croton-the-strongest-man-of-the-ancient-world-pg41j0bxz

One of the worst nightmares for any driver occurred in August 2010 in China, when a gigantic traffic jam crippled the Beijing-Tibet highway for approximately 10 days. Over 100 kilometres, thousands of vehicles got stuck in an unprecedented congestion, moving just a kilometer a day. This colossal traffic jam was due to a combination of road repairs, increased truck traffic and growing demand for transport in the region. During the wait, drivers had to engineer themselves to survive on the road, buying water and food from street vendors who took advantage of the situation. Some played cards, others slept in their cars, and many reported that commodity prices skyrocketed due to scarcity. Finally, after days of patience and efforts to decongest the track, the traffic began to flow again, leaving a story that remains remembered as one of the longest jams in history.

“The cure for pain is in the pain.” –Jalaluddin Rumi Photo by Nick Brandt

I think some people have got to much time on their hands finally found the cicada who kept me up all night screaming. guess what buddy, it’s Baby Shark on a 12 hour loop

The Eye of the Sahara, also known as the "Eye of the Feathers" in Mauritania, is one of the most mysterious and fascinating natural phenomena in the world. Located in the heart of the Mauritanian desert, it appears from the sky as a giant eye or a gigantic circular ring. This strange geological formation has been a puzzle for scientists since its discovery, as its unusual shape and the multiple explanations for its formation have raised countless questions.

“Pufferfish: The Deadly Delicacy That Can Kill with a Single Bite” Pufferfish, also called blowfish, have a unique defense mechanism—they can inflate themselves by swallowing water or air, making them appear much larger and more intimidating to predators. But their most deadly secret lies in their bodies. Pufferfish contain a powerful neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin, which is found in their skin, organs, and even their flesh. This toxin is extremely lethal—even a tiny amount can be fatal to humans. There is no known antidote, making pufferfish one of the most poisonous creatures in the ocean. Despite the risks, certain species of pufferfish are considered a highly prized delicacy in Japan, where they are known as “fugu.” However, preparing fugu is incredibly dangerous. Only specially trained and licensed chefs are allowed to handle it, as they must carefully remove the toxic parts while ensuring that the remaining meat is safe to eat. One wrong cut could be deadly, but for those who dare to try it, fugu remains one of the most exclusive and sought-after dishes in Japanese cuisine.

I snapped a picture of the sunlight through the trees and this is what showed up. Does anyone know what it means?

That one friend who can't dance at the groove who sits back and watch over the booze…..