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Benedictine and Franciscan Monks: Forgotten Inventors

   Usually, when we think of religious orders, these things come to mind: a cloister, an abbey, a library, prayer in solitude, detachment from the world… All this in the cradle of a period defined as "dark" by historiography up to Romanticism: the Middle Ages . In this period the monks - especially the Benedictines of the various orders - were the custodians of Judeo-Christian but also classical culture, since thanks to their patient and meticulous transcriptions as scribes we have received almost all of the Greek and Latin works which we study today. Today we are grateful to them first of all for this.   However, many do not know that many products - material and immaterial - that we consume and use every day, come from monks who, using their ingenuity nourished by a profound spirituality, invented them due to practical necessities.    Personally, I find it amazing!    Let's begin…   The heavy plow   Plows were a primary agri...
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When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?


Have you ever experienced the terrifying sensation of not being able to move when you wake up from sleep? That's called sleep paralysis, and it's a phenomenon that can be both scary and confusing, but it’s actually quite common.

During sleep paralysis, your mind wakes up before your body and leaves you temporarily paralyzed. This can go on for just a few seconds or a few minutes. During that time, you may feel like you can’t breathe, hear strange noises, or even see hallucinations. No wonder some people find it to be a truly scary experience!



But what if I told you that sleep paralysis can also be a way to achieve something incredible? That’s where lucid dreaming comes in!

Lucid dreaming is the ability to become aware that you are dreaming while you are still in the dream. This awareness allows you to control the dream and even interact with it in ways you never thought possible. Some people have reported experiencing lucid dreams during episodes of sleep paralysis. They were able to take control of the dream and turn a scary situation into something amazing. Imagine being able to fly, have superpowers, or even meet your favorite celebrity, all while knowing that you are dreaming. It is truly a surreal experience!



So, if you ever find yourself caught in the grip of sleep paralysis, try to stay calm and remember that it is a temporary state that will pass. And who knows, you may just find yourself soaring through the skies in a lucid dream before you know it. Sweet dreams!

Today’s Blogger

Hello there! I'm Lucrezia Pelliccia, a 16-year-old student in the third year of Liceo Scientifico. I have a passion for artistic expression, which includes drawing, painting, and writing. I find solace and inspiration in the world of art. Additionally, music is a significant part of my life, with a particular fondness for indie rock.

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