Monthly Archives: March 2014

Let me be clear. This is in no way a eulogy. A eulogy is a speech or writing in praise of someone who has recently died. Today’s blog is about a man who I can say with no regret whatsoever, … Continue reading →

Four years ago, two psychologists at the University of Essex in England decided to research a phobia called Trypophobia – an aversion to viewing pictures showing clusters of holes, literally “The Fear of Holes.” I was incredulous after reading the … Continue reading →

When I was in my late teens, I became infatuated with the thought of becoming a hypnotist. It wasn’t for altruistic reasons, the desire to cure people of their most devastating habits, or the selfless aspiration to make a positive … Continue reading →

I was reading about a study called Transcranial Direct-Current Stimulation (TDCS), which found applying stimulation to a certain brain area enhances people’s aesthetic appreciation of visual images. Participants viewed abstract paintings, realistic paintings, sketches, and photographs and rated how much … Continue reading →

While having a beer with a friend of mine the other night, he told me a story about his latest case that was hard to believe. My friend, Bruce Sleuth, is a Private Eye. Or should I say Private I? … Continue reading →