Contrary to the idea that hypnosis is either a complete hoax or a magical state of mind where people can make you do anything, the truth about hypnosis and whether you can be hypnotized is in the middle. It’s very much real, but more like a meditative state than a lack of consciousness.

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I drive a lot of different vehicles when I need to get around, but I’m always a little worried when it’s time to fill them up. Will something happen if I use 87 instead of 93, or vice versa? Well, this thread at StackExchange answers the question, and long story short, there’s little to worry about.

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Smoked meat is the usually the belle of any culinary ball it attends, but its intense flavor and fatty constitution make it a fantastic backup dancer in any bean, veggie, or rice dish.

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Hello, all you spectral orgasm otters of the intertwebs. Welcome to Ask Dr. NerdLove, the dating column that can teach you how to overclock your love life.

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Airline food is, for the most part, an afterthought. No one boards a flight expecting a culinary experience, but some airlines serve better food than others. In fact, sometimes that food is downright delicious. Inflightfeed is a blog dedicated to reviewing all the different meals offered on 150 different airlines around the world.

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