Research conducted at the University of California, San Diego, shows that dog participants successfully associated words their owners had recorded onto soundboards with the correct outcomes in real life and responded to those words without any other cues. Noting the research as a comprehension study, Federico Rossano, PhD, shared some of the dog participants are currently using … [Read more...]
The importance of self-awareness and how to improve if you’re not
Tasha Eurich, PhD, defines self-awareness as “the ability to see ourselves clearly — to understand who we are, how others see us, and how we fit into the world around us.” Being in tune with yourself is especially important when it comes to your relationships with others. In the article here, Rebekah Brandes shares the whys of self-awareness and steps to improve if you’re … [Read more...]
The 5 sleep languages and sleep restlessness
We’ve shared sleep-related articles in Animal Health Digest <Link> before, especially since rest and sleep are essential to function fully and support emotional health. Julia Diddy’s article on the five sleep languages caught our attention, as did the information from The Sleep Foundation. While there may be plenty of time to sleep when you die, improving the value of … [Read more...]
Where confidence comes from and how to build more of it
Rebekah Brandes says, “Fake it ‘til you make it,” is a likely answer to building confidence but not sustainable. She reviews possible sources of self-efficacy, mastery, relationships and learning something new, including references from confidence experts. Source: Nice News, August 17, 2024. Link. Although it can be uncomfortable to try something new and expand our circles … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – July 11, 2024
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 3, 2024. Link. This edition contains links to archived content in the Worth a Glance section plus links to previous years’ full editions as well as topic tags. ===================================== How to cope with post-vacation blues Source: Harvard Business Review, July 9, 2024. Link. Feeling drained … [Read more...]
Cute aggression. Why we want to squish adorable things. (video)
If you get overcome by the cuteness, you might not be able to properly take care of it, so the brain needs to bring us back a bit. This is apparently where cute aggression comes in, according to evolutionary theorists. Source: Nice News, March 4, 2024. Link. . . . for people who tend to experience the feeling of ‘not being able to take how cute something is,’ cute … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – April 4, 2024
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, March 28, 2024. Link. Most read post(s) from the March 28th AHD Bulletin – Horse remains near Buckingham Palace reveal birthplace of jousting steeds. Link. Covetrus® adds next-generation, online Rx management solution to VetSuite. Link. The anti-meat discussion returns to rapid emissions reduction. … [Read more...]
Survey: The best 3 things to say when offering support
About 1,000 Americans between the ages of 18 and 76 were surveyed to find the expressions of support they most appreciate hearing. Three simple phrases topped the list of words they like to hear: “I’m proud of you,” “You’ve got this,” and “I believe in you.” Source: Nice News, March 2, 2024. Link. Also see: Empathy – the secret sauce, AHD Archives. Link. … [Read more...]
6 inspiring morning habits of highly successful people
For those still searching for a New Year’s resolution, consider adjusting your morning habits. It doesn’t matter what time you wake up, but it does matter what you do when you first wake up, writes Will Polston. Without a morning routine, people rely on how they feel emotionally when waking up which is reactive rather than proactive. Good habits are formed and maintained by a … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – September 7, 2023
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, August 24, 2023. Link. Most read post(s) from the August 24th AHD Bulletin – Here’s how much workers are demanding for a new job. Link. Empathy – the secret sauce. Link. The need for vigilant African swine fever on-farm prevention. Link. Place keeper: 2023 Veterinary Conferences provided by … [Read more...]
Bear cam livestream returns for salmon run
Need a few minutes break? Watch bears catch salmon in Alaska. The famous bear cam livestream at Alaska’s Katmai National Park is back for its 12th year running, documenting the park’s brown bears as they find the best salmon fishing spots in Brooks Falls. Watch the YouTube livestream at the link below and spot the bears jumping, diving and even belly-flopping to catch their … [Read more...]
Study finds small acts of kindness can have big impacts on recipients
Research published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology shows that small kind gestures can have a significant impact on recipients, even if givers don’t typically realize it. Performing random acts of kindness increases happiness in both givers and receivers, but we find that givers systematically undervalue their positive impact on recipients. … those performing a random … [Read more...]
Micro-thin “smart bandage” monitors wound healing while repairing tissue
Commentary Our curation sometimes uncovers advances on the human side that we may see or hope come to animal health. The smart bandage developed by researchers at Stanford University, now in proof-of-concept, represents a promising possibility for medical communities and managing chronic wounds. When administered to a patient, the bandage monitors temperature as well as … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – November 17, 2022
Last week’s most read posts – Horse owners’ survival guide for fall. Link. Last AHD Bulletin - Animal Health Digest Bulletin, Thursday, November 10, 2022. Link. ================================================================= 45 days remain in 2022 Source: time and date.com, November 17, 2022. Link. 43 days remain excluding holidays but only 30 days … [Read more...]