Posts by Trisha Leigh Zeigenhorn

It’s always terrible to lose someone you love, no matter whether you’re prepared for the event or not. But learning something unexpected after they pass can add a whole other level to unpack before you’re able to move on. #15. Monster. “My great aunt died about a year ago. She was in her mid 70s....

They say that the fear of public speaking is rampant in our society – so much so that it ranks above a fear of dying – so it makes sense that most people have anxiety when it comes to writing, preparing, and delivering a speech to a roomful of people (no matter how big). I...

Few shows have been embraced as wholly as “Game of Thrones”, an adaptation of a probably-never-to-be-completed series of books by George R.R. Martin. Despite the fact that the producers and writers seem intent on breaking as many hearts as possible on their way to the big finale, the fans are as faithful as ever. Although...

I suppose sad could mean different things to different people. I, for example, can’t watch a movie where an animal dies any kind of horrible death (www.doesthedogdie.com is a lifesaver, people). But there are some kinds of scenes, non-animal related, that are just sad. Luckily, these 15 film and television buffs are here to give you...

There’s no denying that our society is wasteful, as a whole – half of the things we use on a daily basis are conveniently disposable. But if someone asked you what the #1 most wasteful purchase out there was, what would you say? Check out these responses for some inspiration (they also might make you feel a...

I mean, I’ve always thought librarians were pretty cool. They get to work with books all day and do fun stuff like story times with little kids, and honestly, what better way is there to spend your eight or so hours away from home? Some people, though, still buy into the old school stereotypes of...

If there are people out there who think high school is better than college, I don’t know who they are. There’s no doubt in my mind that the freedom and exhilaration of college will never even come close to the awkward uncertainty and trying to fit yourself into a pinhole of “coolness” of high school....

If you’re someone who likes travel and adventure, I may have found your next must-see destination – The Shipwreck Lodge on Namibia’s Skeleton Coast. The hotel, which features cabins designed to resemble the rusted carcasses of ships smashed on the country’s inhospitable shores, were designed by local architect Nina Maritz and perfectly captures the haunting past...

You may think that because these brainteasers were created to test children, that means they’re easy – the truth, you’re about to find out, is that they’re anything but. #6. Continue reading when you’re ready for the answer!

Whenever someone gets bitten by a big, scary snake on television or in the movies (even, sigh, in books), the cowboys involved always apply a tourniquet to sequester the poison and then cut the wound site so they can “suck out the poison.” If you’re someone who spends time outdoors (or is planning to visit...

Ah, secrets. They’re terrible to have but delicious to hear about – as long as they have nothing to do with you. So, sit back and relax, and enjoy the fact that none of these bombshells are gathering anxiety in your closet. #15. Dank memes. “That the girl I’m currently dating and beggining a relationship...

I am a to-do list writer, and I do it longhand. Something about seeing my tasks written out in black and white – and being able to check them off, one by one – really helps me focus. Not only that, having them all checked or crossed out at the end of the day gives...

The idea that lobsters mate for life has been made famous by popular culture (specifically Friends, for me, even though I could write a dissertation on why Ross should never have been Rachel’s lobster and vice versa). But is it true? Not at all. A female lobster who is ready to mate – which happens...

If you’re on a road trip through the United States, chances are that you can guess how the majority of places got their names -– they’re named after places in the “Old World,” after historical figures, or after land/landmarks in the area. That said, some are funny, odd, or downright bizarre, and below are the...

Even if nothing really bad ever actually happens, being prepared for every eventuality is never a bad thing. There are so many things that could potentially threaten our society – storms, megavolcano eruptions, terrorist attacks, zombies – that having a plan to “bug out” with your family just makes sense. If you agree, you might...