Why Ozempic Fails for Some People
Nobody knows if Ozempic or another GLP-1 will fail to work for them until they try it, be it for type 2 diabetes or intentional weight loss.
Researchers found that around 10% of people carry certain genetic variants that appear to make them less responsive to GLP-1, the hormone these drugs are designed to mimic. (more…)
Why Do Neurotypicals Say “You Shouldn’t Have” When Given a Gift?
Stop saying “You shouldn’t have!” when given a gift. Just say “Thank you” for Pete’s sake! This seems mostly a neurotypical behavior.
Why Must the Beep Fillers for Cuss Words Be So LOUD?
BEEEEEEEP! Am I the only one who thinks it’s SO stupid that these beep-outs on TV for swear words are ridiculously loud?
Why is there this standard, high-pitched, LOUD beep to cover up foul language? (more…)
Five Weird Things Neurotypicals Often Say
Neurotypicals can be blunt and rude — but usually this is on purpose and they know it.
Anyone who’s familiar with autism knows that a common feature is that of making “blunt” comments or questions — a straightforward approach to expressing oneself.
An example was the time I was in a volleyball league at age 25, and found myself at a team member’s house one evening with other players. (more…)
Men Holding Door Open for Women: Power vs Politeness
When a man holds a door for a woman he doesn’t know, could there be times this is to show superiority of the sexes rather than an act of kindness?
Proof that We Have a Thousand Soulmates Out There
It’s not “there’s someone for everyone.” It’s “there’s MANY for everyone.”
If there’s only one person for any given person, then how’s it possible that in a world of billions of people, soulmates usually just happen to live within driving distance of each other before their first encounter? (more…)
We Must Stop Saying “She Can Have Any Man She Wants”
It’s so wrong when someone says “She can have any man she wants” or “He can have any woman he wants.”
If Things Happen for a Reason Where Do You Draw the Line?
Is convincing yourself that all things happen for a reason a way to soften the blow whenever terrible things occur? And where do you draw the line?
Does it include your paper cut? (more…)
