Psychological Insights On Disasters And Impermanence As Relief

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The word disaster is composed of dis and aster (from medieval Latin dis-astro), and refers to something bad that occurs away from a good star. The word is said to have originated from the ancient astrological belief that an unlucky…

Exploring Post-War Societal Construction Through Godzilla

Godzilla is a kaiju. Godzilla is a gigantic creature that spits destructive rays, is unfazed by the barrage of high-tech weaponry, and marches forward while mercilessly destroying even the most sturdy modern urban buildings and infrastructure in its path. Although…

The Influence Of Time And Calendars On Cultures

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When cup-type instant ramen was first released, there were many TV commercials that showed how the three minutes from adding hot water to the time it is ready felt extremely long. The catchphrases used in these advertisements, such as “Wait…

The Psychology Behind UFOs And Mysterious Phenomena

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Mysterious phenomena are a general term for phenomena that cannot be explained by modern scientific knowledge or are scientifically irrational, including psychic phenomena, fortune telling, UFOs, and paranormal powers. Mysterious phenomena are also called supernatural phenomena, paranormal phenomena, the occult,…

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