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Mechanical Keyboards and the Psychology of ASMR

What are your hobbies? Do you participate in a sport, or do yoga, or grab a paintbrush and make some art? How about something that literally sounds amazing – mechanical keyboards, anyone? You’ll have to trust me, psychology will be…

Ada Lovelace: Countess, Programmer, Girlboss

Ada Lovelace is widely recognized as the world’s first computer programmer. Her life and work paved the way for the development of modern computing, and her legacy is still celebrated today. Ada Lovelace was a brilliant mathematician and writer born…

Why can’t I tickle myself?

I admit it. I am SUPER ticklish. The slightest touch from both man and machine alike will have me squirming and giggling like a child. However, I am immune to the touch of one particular entity – myself. See, I’ve…

How to breathe FIRE! (Don’t Try This At Home!)

If you clicked on this link, you may be, like me, a bit of a pyromaniac. Unfortunately for us, playing with fire is quite dangerous, so… Disclaimer: The activity of breathing fire is extremely dangerous and should only be attempted…

The Cost of Cutting Your Crusts

I’ve eaten toast for breakfast or sandwiches for lunch since I discovered bread’s existence. Not once, in all these years, have I ever cut the crusts off a single slice. There’s a lot to be learned from those delightful, overlooked…