CULTURAL QA 09-2023-26 All the below QA are from Quora DIGESTto me on 26-09-2023.
Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers. Compiled andposted by R. Gopala Krishnan, 80, on26-09-2023. Q1 What psychological facts that peopledon’t know? A1 Psychology Tricks and Tips,4h Psychological facts that people don’t know: 1.Our fashion choices are linked to our brains. Wearing nice clothes boosts confidence. 2.Men don't out-funny women. They simply tell more jokes, regardless of others'preferences. 3.People with high IQs may struggle to fall in love. (This is indeed true.) 4.Talking to oneself indicates natural intelligence. 5.Men with deep voices are often seen as more attractive and may be perceived asprone to infidelity by women. 6.People tend to behave better when they believe they're being watched. 7.Alcohol boosts ego, while marijuana diminishes it. 8.Power is at the root of evil, and money is a symbol of power. Those who controlothers understand more effective methods than money. 9.Messy handwriting suggests faster thinking, often associated with intelligence. 10.Meditation can alter brain structure in just 8 weeks and increase grey matterin learning-related areas. 11.Those trying to bring you down are beneath you already. 12.Your choice of shoes conveys much about you to others. 13.Haters don't truly dislike you; they resent themselves because you reflecttheir aspirations. 14.Anger activates the brain's honesty center, revealing the truth. 15.A 20-second hug releases oxytocin, fostering trust. 16.Trying to please everyone often leads to loneliness. 17.The average time a woman keeps a secret is 48 hours. 18. The last person you think of beforesleep can influence your emotions, either joy or pain. 19.Those with the best advice often have the most problems. 20.Someone who shares your pain through tears is a loyal companion. 21.It's hard to sustain anger toward someone you genuinely love; lasting angersuggests otherwise. 22.High testosterone levels can make someone derive pleasure from others' anger. 23.Forcing a smile, even if fake, can actually improve your mood in a couple ofminutes. 24.Gazing into another person's eyes for 3 minutes can create a strong bond, evenwith a stranger. If it's your lover, be prepared for something special. Q2 Which is the first metal to bediscovered by man? A2 Silk Road,AI Expert12h Definitely copper. Thatshiny reddish-brown metal that you see in wires, pipes, coins, and statues wasthe first metal that humans discovered. Copper was probably the first metalmined and crafted by humans. It wasoriginally obtained as a native metal and later from the smelting of ores. Earliest estimates of the discovery ofcopper suggest around 9000 BC in the Middle East. Acopper pendant discovered in what is now northern Iraq has been dated about8700 BC. Fornearly five millennia, copper was the only metal known to man, and thus had allthe metal applications. Peopleused copper for everything from cutting to cooking to decorating. Someancient civilizations also believed that copper had magical or sacredproperties. For example, the ancient Egyptians usedcopper to heal wounds, sterilize water, and make ornaments. They also thought that copper gave themspecial powers if they wore it. Theancient Indians used copper as part of their surgical instruments. Copper is still very useful and importanttoday. It is a good conductor ofheat and electricity, which makes it ideal for many electronic devices andappliances. Itis also part of our diet, as it helps our body function properly and stayhealthy. Copperis truly a remarkable metal, don't you agree? My note-Google search result- The first discovery of metal probably happens during the period of 4000BCand first metal that was used by man was copper. Q3 What are the most mind-blowing factsabout the human brain? A3 Amy Rodriguez,Studied at StonehillCollege2h Here are some fascinating facts aboutthe human brain: Caffeinewill stimulate the brain by increasing mental alertness. Caffeine will not maintain the memoryperformance for long stretches of time. ***Aging does not have a directeffect on memory. Mynote- Though mostly correct, not correct with all. Thereasons why the elderly lose memory is because they use it less as they age. Atraumatic experience can cause false memory, i.e., recalling things that neverhappened. Thebrain needs to be exercised to better memory function. Harder thinking makes memory storage ofinformation more accessible. Constant thinking creates a strongerconnection between brain neurons. Memorystarts working as early as the fetus is 20 weeks old in the womb! Shortterm memory generally only lasts up to half a minute. Beforememory becomes long term, it has to first be sensed short term, and thentransferred to long term memory. Sleepingis essential to storage and retrieval of long-term memory. Andthere are many others, but the above are the most prevalent facts about memory.But to reemphasize, youhave to use your memory if you want to keep it in top condition. Andthat means exercise it by thinking and constantly learning. Elderlypeople who complain about loss of memory are losing it because they aren’tUSING IT! Q4 What is a suggested diabetes dietconsultation? A4 Narayana Health, Health for all. Allfor health. Mar 14 A diabetes diet is eating healthy food inmoderate quantities and sticking to your mealtimes. The diabetes diet helps you to control your blood sugar levels, manage your weight, control risk factors, such as high bloodpressure and high blood fats. Adiabetes diet involves eating three meals a day at fixed times and can help youbetter use your insulin or medications. Points to remember Countyour calories, Choose healthy carbohydrates, Fiber-rich foods, Good fats. Healthycarbohydrates are fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, such as beans andpeas, low-fat dairy products, such as milk and cheese. Avoid foods or drinks with added fats,sugars and sodium. Fiber-rich foods are vegetables, fruits, nuts,legumes, such as beans and peas, whole grains, etc. Goodfats are foods containing monounsaturated (MUFA) and polyunsaturated fats(PUFA). They can help lower your cholesterol levels. Eg. are avocados, nuts,canola, olive and peanut oils.But don't overdo it, as all fats are high in calories. Foodsto avoid Saturatedfats such as butter, hot dogs, sausage etc. Avoidtrans fats in processed snacks, baked goods and stick margarines. Aim for less than 200 milligrams (mg)of cholesterol a day. Aimfor less than 2,300 mg of sodium a day. Toknow more about diabetes diet you can read this interesting piece ofinformation 10 tips for healthy diet with diabetes Source:Narayana Health[1] Q5 What are some ways to protect yourrouter in case of a power outage? How do you know if your router has beendamaged by an electrical surge? A5 Hermione Menelaus,Technical AccountManager (2015 - present)Sep 20 Tosafeguard your router against power interruptions and the risk of electricalsurges, it's essential to take the following preventative measures:Furthermore, I will elaborate on how you can identify whether your router hasincurred damage due to an electrical surge while also highlighting somevaluable insights that I read from Broadband Search to bolster yourunderstanding. Protecting Your Router During PowerOutages: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS):Invest in a UPS foryour router and networking equipment. A UPS provides a battery backup thatallows your devices to keep running for a limited time when there is a poweroutage. This prevents sudden power losses and helps maintainnetwork connectivity. Surge Protectors: Use surge protectorsor surgesuppressors between the power source and your router. These devices are designed to absorb and divert excessvoltage during power surges or electrical spikes, safeguarding your equipment. Power Strip with Surge Protection:Consider using a powerstrip with surge protection that includes outlets for your router and otheressential devices. This provides an extra layer of defense against powersurges. Proper Grounding: Ensure yourelectrical system is properlygrounded, as this can help dissipate excess electrical energy during powersurges. Backup Power Generators: In case ofprolonged poweroutages, consider a backup power generator to keep your router and othercritical systems running. Detecting Router Damage fromElectrical Surges: Check Indicator Lights: Examine theindicator lightson your router. If they are off or behaving unusually (e.g., flickering rapidlyor not displaying the typical status patterns), this could be a sign of damage. Connection Issues: If your router nolonger provides a Wi-Fi signalor if you cannot connect to the internet after a power outage, it may indicatedamage. Physical Inspection: Inspect the routerfor any visible signs of damage,such as burned components, melted plastic, or a burnt smell. These are clearindications of damage due to electrical surges. Test with Another Router or Device: Toconfirm if therouter is the issue, try connecting another router or networking device to yourmodem. If the new device works, it suggests that your original router may bedamaged. Contact Manufacturer Support: Reach outto the router manufacturer'scustomer support for guidance. They may provide troubleshooting steps orrecommend sending the router for inspection and repair. Surge Protector Status: If you wereusing a surgeprotector or UPS, check its status indicators. Some surge protectors haveindicators that show if they have absorbed a surge or if they are no longerfunctioning correctly. Professional Inspection: If you suspectyour router is damaged, andyou are unsure about its status, consult a professional technician or ITspecialist for a thorough inspection. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Thatha_Patty" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msgid/thatha_patty/738387014.299857.1695736141413%40mail.yahoo.com.
