There was once a time when you could only read about the most beautiful places in China through the pages of a National Geographic magazine. China was a far-off, mythical land. However, easy and speedy travel has changed this narrative. For example, a flight from the US to China is only 14 hours long, which seriously beats an endless boat ride around the world. It is a land of history, and magical beauty....
Pour over coffee was popularized by German housewife Melitta Bentz, when, on a whim, she invented the coffee filter. Her wild new brewing method quickly became a success, and Bentz went into business, selling her revolutionary pour over coffee makers at the 1909 Leipzig fair. Her husband and two sons became the first employees of the company then known as M. Bentz, and Melitta remained the guiding hand behind the business until her death in 1950....
If you feel overstimulated and can’t get away for some time alone, bad things happen. And if you’re not an introvert — but you’re close to someone who is — you might not understand why. If being around people energizes rather than drains you, it’s tempting to think introverts are just being “extra.” They’re not. So, what could happen if they don’t get the alone time they need? Just remember — you asked....
For starters, most folks struggling with the issue cannot recognize their faults and are less likely to seek help. On the off chance they get therapy, their version of “the truth” is usually wildly off the reality mark, rendering the counseling useless. Secondly, vulnerable narcissists are prone to damage others’ self-esteem — all while casting themselves in the role of victim. Let’s begin unpacking it all. What Is a Vulnerable Narcissist?...
Processed foods are known to generally be bad for people, since the further one moves away from nature, the fewer nutrients we receive with every swallow. Then again, even in the natural world there are some strange additives that we might not be too keen on filling our gullets with. Sometimes interesting, sometimes revolting, sometimes enticing, here’s 12 fascinating facts about foods we eat every day. Oreo Filling The second best creamy goo in the world – behind Nutella of course – is Oreo’s cream....
Since “Eclipse fever” has gripped the United States with the total solar eclipse of 2017, we figured it was high time to help take the mystery out of this unusual event and shed some light on a dark day for some. To that end, here’s 12 eclipse facts to have in your back pocket when the planets and stars align. Eclipse vs. Occultation vs. Transit The vocabulary here can get a little confusing....
When talking about wallets, that often translates largely into having features that are helpful in a survival situation. When a wallet ceases to be a mere holder of money and turns into a weapon, a tool, or a mechanism for saving your life or the life of another, then it can be thought to be truly tactical. How a wallet earns the distinction of being tactical is both incredibly simple and inventively difficult: It must be ready to save a life as part of its design....
Yes, it can. Although it’s essential to care about yourself, others, your goals, and the state of the world, you can only care so much until your emotions knot you up like a tangled fishing line. The solution is not to give up on caring about anything but to learn when to stop caring. Many things are outside of your control. No matter how much you care, you cannot overcome that chaotic truth....
It wasn’t long before the real estate market adjusted to meet the needs of people who were making barely livable wages, if they made any at all. Designers and developers came out of the woodwork and began making micro apartments and affordable housing that was greener and smarter than the days of the Tudor (or four door) McMansions. We enjoy anything novel that helps people live better and waste less to keep the air clean, the seas blue, and life a little less complicated....
Why do girls like tall guys? Why NOT? There is a slew of benefits when it comes to a tall man. It’s not just primal nature. There are practical benefits as well. Tall men even seem to have that certain je ne sais quoi we can’t always explain, but we’ll help you understand why tall men get more attention from female admirers. Do Women Prefer Tall Men? Repeated studies show that women not only prefer tall men, but men prefer women who are shorter than them....
She puts you to the test. Her mission, whatever her methods, is to determine whether or not you are relationship material — and whether the attraction is mutual. She wants to know if you’re as interested in her as she is in you or if you’re only showing interest because you see her as a potential conquest or a nice distraction. Read on to see what girl testing looks like....
Be it a child’s name, business name or any other name needing entity, there really needs to be a little research done on the names before using it else it might just come back to bite you in unexpected places. For your pleasure and laughs, we have searched extensively to thus bring you some of the weirdest and most awkward names you can come across. Enjoy! Here are some weirdest names you’ve ever heard....
Maybe it was the first night you met, or perhaps it was your wedding night. Whichever the case, you’re now wondering: How do men feel after sex? If you’re attempting to read the tea leaves regarding how he acts the morning after, understand that myriad answers satisfy the question. That said, commonalities abound. So let’s dive into Average John’s brain, swim around, and examine 17 things he could possibly (probably) be thinking after intimacy....
Whether you prefer a trek amidst lush deciduous forests or sandy coastlines, swimming in tranquil lakes, hiking on a rocky mountainside, or watching a magnificent waterfall cascade down a cliff, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. The Most Beautiful Places in Oregon From cascading waterfalls to wind-sculpted dunes, Oregon presents a unique mix of attractions in the Pacific Northwest. These sites have made Oregon a tourist haven on America’s West Coast....
Though being there is all about enjoying the high life, drinking the days away, and dancing to steel drum music, before you pack your sandals – and almost nothing else – you need to have a plan. You should know when to go, where to stay, how long to schedule, and how to duck away from the overpriced tourist traps that lay in wait throughout the tropical islands like a deadly jungle cat....
The 1937 Bugatti Type 57C Roadster was one of 20 built in collaboration between Bugatti and Vanvooren. This Type 57C wasn’t just a topless version of the original, it was given an engine upgrade for race-worthy driving. This ’37 Bugatti featured a 3.3-liter supercharged straight-eight engine that produced 175 horsepower, enough power for a top speed of 120mph. While that may not even compete with today’s modern family car, it was amongst the pack leaders of its day....
Some types of witches have strict rituals and customs passed down to them through the ages. While other witches manifest their own path. Now, traditional witchcraft books can be sent overnight to your house. Crystal magic is marketed like an MLM. And luckily, witch trials are a thing of the past in western society. Because witchcraft is an expansive concept, we’re going to chisel it down to the basics. Let’s take a look at 20 different types of witches and the witchcraft they practice....
Maybe you think your life is challenging enough. Or maybe your last challenge has you a bit nervous about embracing a new one. The plus side? You learn from your challenges, no matter what the results. So, if your last one didn’t turn out the way you hoped, every lesson you learn gets you closer to the results you want. To that end, we’ve found 21 rewarding ways to challenge yourself....
As time progressed and more people could get access to cameras, the technology also became more mobile and less difficult to take out into the world, where life could be more aptly captured outside of staged shoots. Candid photography began to take off, and Maltête decided he wanted to show the hilarity of the human condition, so he made street photos that were odd, quirky, and often gut-busting. Meme-makers of today and those who devise “When You See It…” lists have nothing on the masterwork of this light-bending genius....
When you’re dealing with a setback in your plans, it’s hard not to throw your hands up in the air and wonder what you did wrong. But perhaps you didn’t do anything wrong. Maybe your plans were spot on and well-considered, but an outside interference knocked you off track. Or you didn’t anticipate one hiccup in an otherwise perfect process. If this description sounds like your experience, we know you’ll relate to this list of quotes about trusting the process....
