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Hysterical strength
Hysterical strength is a phenomenon where individuals exhibit remarkable physical strength in exceptional circumstances, surpassing their normal capabilities. For instance, a woman who rescued several children by fending off a polar bear and another who lifted a car to a height sufficient to rescue a person are both examples of this remarkable display of strength.… Read More »
Jelly Belly Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan relied on jelly beans to help him overcome his smoking habit. In fact, he had such a fondness for them that he ordered 300,000 jelly beans to be delivered to the White House each month. He would frequently distribute them to guests and staff, and black licorice was his favorite flavor. As a… Read More »
Third Man Syndrome
The Third Man Syndrome refers to the phenomenon where mountain climbers and explorers report feeling the presence of an unseen entity during traumatic survival situations. This entity is said to communicate with the victim, offering practical advice and encouragement. Sir Ernest Shackleton’s 1919 book “South” documented his belief that an intangible companion accompanied him and… Read More »
