We know that nature is alive, but how alive is nature… really? Well, I bet you didn’t know that mushrooms could possibly foster intelligence. I once heard this disturbing statement about grass that gave me shivers. The smell emitted from grass when it’s being cut is how the grass blades…
Don’t under-estimate the power of pig intelligence. This animal can do much more than you’ve ever imagined and do it well. Unfortunately, most people never consider the intelligence of animals, especially those, I dare say, that are used for consumption or organs for human transplants. But what I am about…
There are many theories as to why we dream, but dreams about animals are particularly interesting. We use animals in our everyday lives to describe certain aspects of human behaviour. For example, we ‘horse’ around with our friends when we have fun, we call a person a ‘snake’ if we…
Animal intelligence could stretch to more than just an elephant’s excellent memory! As these examples will reveal. The intelligence of animals surpasses what we realize. But the first question is, how is animal intelligence measured? There have been many experiments carried out that could prove animal intelligence really exists. We…
Do you think it is possible to detect psychopathic tendencies in adults from early childhood behaviour? The Macdonald Triad theorises that three particular behaviours are common amongst children who then display psychopathic traits as adults. The Macdonald Triad Traits are: Arson Cruelty to animals Bed-Wetting Children who exhibit all three…
While there are many suggestions for dealing with anxiety and depression, there’s still a disconnect. Maybe a holistic approach to these mental impairments could bridge the gap. Every day, I learn a new way to deal with my multiple mental illnesses. I use meditation, essential oils, and even therapy. No…
There are many guidelines for suggesting jobs for people with depression. You only have to look at the internet and it brings up hundreds of thousands of results. There are suggestions such as factory worker, shelf-stacker, cleaner, you get the picture. Nothing too stressful, not much interaction with the public…
Did you know that there are therapy dogs for depression and anxiety that can make it easier for you to deal with the symptoms of these disorders? Various studies have concluded that people with mental health problems, like depression and anxiety, are at an increased risk of developing chronic medical…
