How did human blood types evolve to what they are today? Some scientists believe it was our first defense against disease. This post from Big Think delves into the evolutionary advantage of having different blood types. I still remember when my mother told me I had O- blood. She said it meant I was a universal donor—anyone could receive my blood, but I could only take O- ... Continue Reading
Books to Read for a Richer Life
Gleaning knowledge from this world is a complex process that encompasses books to read, films to watch and having a keen eye for observation. So, aged three, or thereabouts, I set about teaching myself to read. Looking out from my pram I had been fascinated by the big images and words, reproduced on hoardings, advertising various products. One that indelibly stayed in my ... Continue Reading
Your Culture Affects Your Genetic Makeup
The way we eat, cook, explore and interact with others can influence our genetic makeup, says Jason G Goldman in this post from BBC. So how will modern culture shape our children? You shouldn't be able to drink milk. Your ancestors couldn't. It is only in the last 9,000 years that human adults have gained that ability without becoming ill. Children could manage it, but it ... Continue Reading
The Number One Thing for Healthy Relationships
What’s the single most important thing you can do to have healthy relationships? The single most important thing you can do is have one-on-one time get-togethers. When my children were young, I was not connecting with them as much as I wanted. I could not work out why we were not becoming closer, as I was in contact with them every week. So I went to a counselor and relayed ... Continue Reading
Being Grateful Is the Key to a Happy Life
How do you live with a sense of total fulfillment and happiness, being grateful and confident? Are negative "beliefs" from your childhood lurking in your subconscious mind and influencing your life without you even knowing it? Carl & Stephanie Symington said in their book "Getting Well Again" that "everyone participates in his or her health or illness at all times. It is ... Continue Reading
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