January 14, 2010
Maybe it was the alarm clock hidden under your mattress, set to go off at 3 AM. Or the invisible plastic wrap on your toilet bowl. Or the crumpled newspapers that so completely filled your closet you couldn’t find a thing. Whatever the reason, you’ve decided your pranking parents need to be taken down a [...]
January 7, 2010
There are many ways to push yourself forward during bad times. You can be strong, focused, and disciplined. The most simple and best cure for a personal low, however, is to stop for a moment. Take a deep breath. Count your blessings. And smile! As I have written previously, the mere physical act of smiling, [...]
October 10, 2009
A bad date, we’ve all been there and have had our share of deal breakers. At the end of our wasted time, being polite is not at the top of the list. But do you really enjoy to be upfront and all the hassle that comes with it? So what to do when they ask [...]
March 10, 2009
Science has proven that nearly every single human possesses a sadistic side. I totally agree – few things work better to brighten up your day than a prank with friends or colleagues. Today we’re focusing on two simple nerdy pranks. We’ll start by laying out two basic rules – to ensure some special effects. The [...]
February 3, 2009
Research has shown that the mere physical act of smiling, without actually feeling like it, triggers internal biological reactions that stimulate emotions and contribute to a better mood – in you and others. In other words, when you feel down, fake a big fat smile and you will lighten up automatically. But be careful, it [...]
