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Author Archives: Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds
Funding from Billionaires is Seeding Promising Research on Longevity
What some see as the indulgence of elites may benefit us all
Billionaires who’ve been spending millions on longevity research to significantly extend lifespans – even “solve aging” – have been criticized as selfish and potentially foolhardy by some. But their efforts may end up producing just-in-time breakthroughs as humanity draws closer … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
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Alexithymia: Why Some People Feel Nothing When Someone Dies
People with alexithymia struggle to recognize emotions
We expect someone who loses a loved one to be overcome with grief and express that sorrow through tears, words and body language that convey deep sadness. So it’s vexing to people when someone appears to feel nothing. The cause … Continue reading
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Keanu Reeves Tells BBC: “ I’m Thinking About Death All the Time”
The practice reminds him to appreciate each moment
Those familiar with the John Wick movie franchise know that the titular character spends a lot of time thinking about death – as in various ways to single-handedly dispatch a small army of villains – in each film. What has … Continue reading
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Thirteen Quotes About Love and Death
From Helen Keller to Emily Dickinson, writers contemplate the enduring nature of love and the pain of loss
The pain of loving someone and losing them is a universal and emotionally wrenching experience. Whether that person is a lover, a child, a parent or a friend, their absence throws us into a state of grief that can be … Continue reading
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More Americans Can Look Forward to Living Past 100
The New England Centenarian Study can calculate your odds
Elizabeth Francis, America’s oldest person, made headlines recently when she celebrated her 115th birthday, undoubtedly prompting many to wonder about their odds of living to 100 and beyond. The New England Centenarian Study has produced a calculator that can answer … Continue reading
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“Who Knew” by Pink
A song inspired by teenage trauma speaks to anyone who has lost someone close
Pop/rock star Pink has carved a unique niche for herself by flying upside down high above an arena audience while belting out an anthem without missing a beat. But in “Who Knew,” a major hit that predates her flashy acrobatics, … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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