Author Archives: Lior

Why do I feel tiredness after eating?

Most of us are familiar with that sleepiness that falls upon us after eating a really big satisfying meal. The “food coma effect” is most prevalent after massive meals, like after Christmas dinner or the Thanksgiving meal. What you’re suffering … Continue reading

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Why do we celebrate Boxing Day?

The day after Christmas Day is known as Boxing Day, and it’s a welcome additional day off work to many. But have you ever wondered why it’s called “Boxing Day”? And why do we get this day off work anyway? … Continue reading

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Why do we sing Auld Lang Syne on New Year’s Eve?

Auld Lang Syne is world famous for two main reasons: It’s famous for being sung on New Year’s Eve in English speaking countries around the world, from the USA, to the Philippines, Zimbabwe, India and to Singapore. It’s famous for … Continue reading

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Why do we have the New Year’s Kiss?

You’re at a New Year’s Eve Party about to ring in the New Year. It’s almost midnight. You look around for who you’ll be kissing at midnight… but wait! Why do we have this tradition of kissing someone at midnight … Continue reading

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Why do I love dragons?

I believe that you are drawn to liking things that symbolize parts of yourself. So what does a love of dragons say about you?

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Why do I love castles?

I believe that you are drawn to liking things that symbolize parts of yourself. So what does a love of castles say about you?

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Why do I love butterflies?

I believe that you are drawn to collecting things that symbolize parts of yourself. So what does collecting butterflies say about you?

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Why do I collect birds?

I believe that you are drawn to collecting things that symbolize parts of yourself. So what does collecting birds say about you?

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Why do I collect angels?

I believe that you are drawn to collecting things that symbolize parts of yourself. So what does collecting angels say about you?

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Why do I feel drawn to certain symbols?

A lot of us have a favourite symbol. It could be an animal, or an inanimate object or shape that we feel drawn to. Often we may start forming a collection of these. I believe that whatever you are drawn … Continue reading

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