When stagecoaches were standard in the 1880s, the driver would typically assign his passenger seat to an armed partner whose duty was to keep thieves away
Hence, the expression "riding shotgun".
#history
Hence, the expression "riding shotgun".
#history
While many people assume that Earth's oxygen comes from rainforests, little marine plants called phytoplankton generate 50 to 85 percent of the oxygen in Earth's atmosphere.
#science
#science
If it takes you less than five minutes to fall asleep at night, you’re likely sleep-deprived
Ideally, falling asleep should take 10 to 15 minutes.
#knowledge
Ideally, falling asleep should take 10 to 15 minutes.
#knowledge
Evolving self-respect means noticing who treats your feelings carelessly. It's painful to realize some aren't as considerate as you thought, but it's growth. Invest in those who value your heart as much as you do theirs.
#tips
#tips
Fungi are evolutionarily more closely related to animals than to plants, and this was not recognized until a few decades ago.
#knowledge
#knowledge
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There are no failures — just experiences and your reactions to them.✨
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There are no failures — just experiences and your reactions to them.✨
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On September 9, 1776, the Second Continental Congress officially adopted a new title for the United Colonies — establishing 'United States of America' as the nation’s official name 248 years ago.
#history
#history
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Sometimes, we have to save our energy, rather than investing it in people who are committed to taking us down. Never try to prove your point to people who are convinced that they are better than you, or know more than you.⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉༄༄༄⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉⑉
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In many Japanese schools, details about World War II, particularly Japan's involvement, are often minimized or left out of the history curriculum.
#countries
#countries
If it reminded you to take better care of yourself, it was worth it. Sometimes the hardest times are just the push we need to refocus on our healing and purpose. Let that pain be a reminder to come back home to yourself.#tips
In September 2024, Morocco’s desert saw more rain in two days than it had in 50 years — turning parts of the Sahara desert into blue lagoons and refilling lakes that had been dry for decades.
#places
#places
One day, the mountain in front of you will become part of your life’s beautiful scenery, and you’ll be able to look back and enjoy the view. What once felt insurmountable will be just another piece of your story—a testament to your strength and resilience.
#tips
#tips