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May 2022
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SYSK Choice: Simple Steps to Being Happi...

Mike Carruthers | OmniCast Media
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Does a full moon really bring out craziness in people? Does it cause more car accidents and hospital admissions? This episode begins with a look at whether or not the moon really affects human behavior – or at least why so many people believe it does. http://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/stop-blaming-the-moon-says-ucla-scientist Being happy is a big goal for al ... Show More
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