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The best innovations of 2013
Via the Washington Post: At times, 2013 seemed like a science fiction movie come to life. The new DARPA Atlas bots seemed to be inspired from the “Terminator” film franchise, Stewart Brand’s concept of “de-extinction” seemed to be lifted directly from the storyline of “Jurassic Park,” Motorola’s new “password pill” reminded some of “The Matrix,” and new test-tube food concepts brought to mind […]
What is Your Mantra?
Via Daily Downward Dog So what exactly is a mantra? According to two of my favorite word mavens Merriam and Webster, the definition goes like this: man·tra noun \ˈmän-trə also ˈman- or ˈmən-\ : a sound, word, or phrase that is repeated by someone who is praying or meditating : a word or phrase that is repeated often or that expresses […]
Backpacking Cartagena, Colombia: A Lucid Practice Travel Guide
Backpacking Cartagena ~ Average Daily Cost $36 USD Cartagena is a beautiful and historical city on the Caribbean coast of Colombia. It is ranked as Colombia’s top area for tourism and boasts many museums and ornate churches as well as beach views and a warm tropical climate. Whether your ideal destination is one with old […]
Short Video on How Social Media Can Be Very Harmful
The Innovation of Loneliness from Shimi Cohen on Vimeo.