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A visitor recently suggested adding a "fun fact of the day" to Blifaloo.com - But, that would require a better knowledge of php/mysql than I have, or consistent daily updates (not gonna happen). So, I figure this is the next best thing - a big list of trivia bits (updated casually). Where possible, I have linked to sources if you are interested in learning more about the subject. Newest facts are added to the top of the list for return visitors.
Last update: April 10th, 2013 - Also see our the year 2012 fact page Featured Interesting Fact: "Did you know that giraffes have don't have vocal chords? " I asked her if she verified the fact by checking Wikipedia or other sources. She did not. Seemed like a good mini research project to give myself. Q. A. Long answer: "Vocal Chords" is a term referring to "Vocal Folds". So a better question would be: Do Giraffes have vocal folds? Do Giraffes make noise? Facts and Oddities Did you know... Quick Facts: Funny Animals - The Lemur Dance. How to Discover Your Life Purpose in About 20 Minutes. How do you discover your real purpose in life?
I’m not talking about your job, your daily responsibilities, or even your long-term goals. I mean the real reason why you’re here at all — the very reason you exist. Perhaps you’re a rather nihilistic person who doesn’t believe you have a purpose and that life has no meaning. Doesn’t matter. Not believing that you have a purpose won’t prevent you from discovering it, just as a lack of belief in gravity won’t prevent you from tripping. Here’s a story about Bruce Lee which sets the stage for this little exercise. If you want to discover your true purpose in life, you must first empty your mind of all the false purposes you’ve been taught (including the idea that you may have no purpose at all). So how to discover your purpose in life? Here’s what to do: Take out a blank sheet of paper or open up a word processor where you can type (I prefer the latter because it’s faster).Write at the top, “What is my true purpose in life?”
That’s it. 50 Life Secrets and Tips. Memorize something everyday.Not only will this leave your brain sharp and your memory functioning, you will also have a huge library of quotes to bust out at any moment.
Poetry, sayings and philosophies are your best options.Constantly try to reduce your attachment to possessions.Those who are heavy-set with material desires will have a lot of trouble when their things are taken away from them or lost. Possessions do end up owning you, not the other way around. Become a person of minimal needs and you will be much more content.Develop an endless curiosity about this world.Become an explorer and view the world as your jungle. Stop and observe all of the little things as completely unique events. Try new things. Read “Zen and the Art of Happiness” by Chris Prentiss.This book will give you the knowledge and instruction to be happy at all times regardless of the circumstances.