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The Magic Spell Hypothesis of Legalese
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The complex language of “legalese” in legal documents projects a sense of authority, a style that even non-lawyers have adopted and use effectively. We think Witches might be able to help.
Culture
Pagan Community Notes: Week of December 12, 2024
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In this week’s Pagan Community Notes: Yule Lads, Juno, the Oak Moon, upcoming events, and—just like on cable television—Nostradamus makes an appearance.
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Building Supportive Elder Care: Avoiding Loneliness and Allowing “Familiar” Spaces
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New research highlights the growing issue of loneliness among the elderly, suggesting that keeping animal companions or familiars may help mitigate the worst psychological impacts of isolation.
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Researchers find that paranormal beliefs may increase stress- then the media found the word “witchcraft”
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A new study has found that feelings of distress and a reduced ability to cope with stress are linked to traditional paranormal beliefs, while no such connection was observed for new age philosophies. Then the media found that word witchcraft in the research.
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Scientists confirm that Aztec death whistles are terrifying
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Researchers find that Aztec skull whistles evoke fear through scream-like sounds, impacting brain areas linked to alertness. Listeners perceive them as unsettling, with hybrid natural and artificial qualities.