Entries Written By Tima Vlasto
in Astrology
Feeling the Effects of Saturn Retrograde 2019?
When I see FB messenger filling up with question marks and “what’s up in the sky” messages, but no one books a session. It signals a time to write one of these general astrology updates. If you are feeling that something is a bit off or even destabilizing your sense of “life as normal”. You …
in Health, Psychology, Spiritual
10 super stress-relief articles from psychology and wellness experts
Stress fires up the body’s fight or flight response; a very primitive function of our brains that protects us from danger. The urge to flee, pounding heart, sweating, breathlessness and dry mouth are all responses the body has if threatened. They prepare the body to defend itself and mobilize you for survival and may even …
in Tech
Research scientists reveal hidden truths in Google Suggest project
Fernanda Viégas and Martin Wattenberg, two research scientists at IBM’s Visual Communication Lab, have not only invented a new way for people to think and talk about data but have taken the masses of information stored in the Google Suggest tool to reveal the hidden truths that reside in our collective souls with their new …
in Psychology, Science, Spiritual
Symbols the secret to Oreo cookies success
Oreo cookies were born in New York City in 1912 when a few bakeries combined to form the National Biscuit Company (Nabisco) and opened a factory in the Chelsea Market building on 9th Avenue between 15th and 16th St -now called “Oreo Way.” The first prototype of the cookie looked like a baseball mound or …
in Psychology
Choosing a husband, wife or lover? Beware of the framing effect
Is that man good husband material or that woman hot? It may not be facts that are guiding our judgments and decisions, but a reaction to whether an opinion of that potential partner is given a positive or negative spin or not. The “framing effect” is a theory in psychology which suggests that people will …
in Science
Gandhi’s ghost: New bill makes salt illegal in New York restaurants?
A new bill was introduced on March 5th, 2010 (see below: March 12th, 1930 Gandhi‘s march to banish the Salt tax in India exactly 80 years ago) by State Assemblyman Felix Ortiz that will ban the use of salt in New York restaurants. The bill A10129 states: “No owner or operator of a restaurant in …
in Science
Computer scientists surprising new theory of evolution
New research by computer scientists shines a new light on the theory of evolution. In contrast to the accepted theory of “survival of the fittest”, the ability to evolve (called evolvability) could possibly be hereditary and inherent in nature itself. The philosopher Diderot wrote, “It seems that Nature has taken pleasure in varying the same …
in Psychology, Science
Scientific study: Taking your dog to work reduces anxiety
According to a Virginia Commonwealth University study, having a dog at work not only reduces the owners stress level but also increased the level of job satisfaction for other employees as well.In the past 20 years, many studies have looked at the relationship between job stress and a variety of ailments: Mood and sleep disturbances, …
in Education, Psychology
Should you talk to your kids about money? Study shows they know your secrets
North Carolina State University published a study that finds parents should make an effort to talk with their children about money. The paper, “Money Matters: Children’s Perceptions of Parent-Child Financial Disclosure,” published in the online journal Communication Research Reports, was authored by Dr. Lynsey Romo, an assistant professor of communication at NC State and Dr. …
Apple’s Steve Jobs: An interesting look at his spiritual life
– Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn’t matter to me— Going to bed at night saying we’ve done something wonderful— that’s what matters to me. Apple co-founder and long-time CEO Steve Jobs died at the age of 56 on October 11, 2011. Known as an inventor, an “outside the box” thinker and one …
Is the computer really a modern day invention after all?
When Jane Smiley, a Pulitzer prize-winning novelist was asked in her recent interview in Wired magazine, why she took on writing her new biography titled: The Man Who Invented the Computer: The Biography of John Atanasoff, Digital Pioneer, she said: “I was asked by an editor to consider writing something about an American inventor. I …
in Art
Where can I find the top 5 must-see inspirational paintings in NYC?
Top 5 must-see paintings while visiting New York City are: 1. A dose of Christian Mysticism: St. Francis in the Desert Giovanni Bellini (c. 1430 – 1516) St. Francis in the Desert, 1480 oil and tempera on poplar panel 49 in. x 55 7/8 in. (124.46 cm x 141.92 cm) Henry Clay Frick Bequest. “St. …
Gandhi Theosophy and Union Square Park in NYC
It’s strange to see a statue of Gandhi set in small but lush landscape in Union Square Park in NYC, its even stranger to think that Gandhi got his start as a teacher and spiritual leader through his connection with the Theosophists. This statue was placed in Union Square Park in 1986 as part of …
in Entertainment, Science
UC Berkeley Neuroengineers consultants on movie ‘Transcendence’ with Johnny Depp
In an April 18, 2014, UC Berkeley press release, “Neuroengineers bring science cred, Berkeley feel to ‘Transcendence’ film” Sally Yang tells how and why Berkeley’s top research scientists became technical consultants for the new film, “Transcendence” which stars Johnny Depp in the role of the scientist, Will Caster. Director Wally Pfister, who won an Oscar …
in Psychology, Science
Scientific study: Being too clean may be making you depressed
According to Emory University neuroscientist Charles Raison, MD, in a review article in the December 2010 issue of Archives of General Psychiatry; there is mounting evidence that our lack of contact with microorganisms in the soil, food and gut, due to our excessive cleanliness, may be contributing to the rise in depression in our modern …
Fashion alert: Scientists say hipster beards may soon go out of style
Subject displaying the four levels of beard Barnaby J. Dixson University of New South Wales Men are sprouting beards everywhere. Did the economic crisis have something to do with it? Are razor blades and shaving foam too expensive? Is this just another hot indie rocker hipster trend? Scientists are saying that it may not be …
in Wellness
How to wake up without alarm clock shock
If you are tired of being shocked awake by your alarm clock every morning? These alarm clocks will gently wake you up to Tibetan bell chimes and Gong bowls. In a previous article: “Smartphone apps that help you recall your dreams”, we found some iPhone and Blackberry applications that wake you up gradually at the …
in Astrology
Astrology Education 101: Where can I get lessons and a degree in astrology?
For those of you interested in lessons, classes, intensive study with courses leading to a degree in astrological studies from an accredited astrology college or school, the following are the top educational institutions. It isn’t necessary to obtain a degree in order to benefit from personal astrological studies, but those of you considering a professional …
in Science
The new thing in digital love: Lovers’ Boxes
Our digital technology that with such ease brings us together, with instantaneous messages and almost “as if you were in the room” video, has also introduced us to a new type of emptiness in love relationships; that peculiar but very tactile hollow feeling you get after sharing a long-distance Skype conversation with a loved one, …
in Psychology
UCLA study proves looking at photo of loved one reduces pain
According to a recent study by UCLA psychologists, looking at a photo, holding the hand or even just thinking of a loved one will reduce pain. The study which appeared in the November 2009 issue of the Journal Psychological Science, involved 25 women who received a moderately painful heat stimulus on their forearms while they …
