Great art can move, disturb, calm, or haunt viewers through pure visual language, emotion, atmosphere, or sensory experience—long before any intellectual “understanding” arrives. Many powerful works (Rothko’s color fields, late Turner, much abstract and outsider art) deliberately resist or transcend clear interpretation, and that resistance is often the point.Understanding can deepen appreciation, but it is not the prerequisite for a painting to succeed or to matter deeply to someone.https://www.theartstory.org/definition/abstract-expressionism/ https://www.nga.gov/features/mark-rothko.html https://www.tate.org.uk/art/artists/j-m-w-turner-558
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Health anxiety has indeed emerged as a distinct modern social phenomenon.Fueled by constant health-related content on social media, pandemic aftermath, easy access to medical information (Dr. Google), and rising general anxiety levels in younger generations, health anxiety (formerly called hypochondria) has become markedly more prevalent and visible since around 2020.Surveys in multiple countries show 20–40% of adults now report experiencing significant health-related worry in the past year, with the sharpest increases among people aged 18–35.It is no longer just an individual psychological issue — it has evolved into a shared cultural experience amplified by digital environments.Related links: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10132282/ https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/health-anxiety-social-media https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20230815-why-health-anxiety-is-surging
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Extreme geographical environments profoundly shape human personality by fostering resilience, cooperation, and emotional restraint. Harsh climates, like Arctic cold or mountainous terrain, demand resourcefulness, patience, and collectivism for survival—evident in Inuit communities emphasizing stoicism. Conversely, milder temperatures near 22°C correlate with higher extraversion, agreeableness, openness, conscientiousness, and emotional stability, promoting socialization and exploration. Studies show regional variations: mountainous areas link to distinct traits, while extreme conditions build toughness but may reduce plasticity. Overall, adversity cultivates endurance and group reliance, while comfort encourages individuality and growth.https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10952236/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9517826/ https://sustainability.shiksha/socio-cultural-system/environment-culture-shape-personality-development/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/geographical-psychology
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