Curiosity Weekly 2018 Ig Nobel Prizes, Flu Shots Don’t Make You Sick, and Setting Broad Goals for Longer Happiness
Oct 12, 2018
Discover why the flu shot doesn't actually give you the flu, breaking down the science behind it. Learn how setting broad goals can enhance long-term happiness, proving that general aspirations often yield more joy. Plus, enjoy the humorous side of research with the quirky and hilarious winners of the 2018 Ig Nobel Prizes, featuring studies on everything from self-colonoscopy to Paleolithic cannibalism. Dive into these intriguing topics and unravel the lighter aspects of scientific exploration!
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Get Your Flu Shot
- Get your flu shot, preferably in October.
- The flu shot cannot give you the flu, despite common myths.
Flu Shot Myths
- Feeling sick after a flu shot is correlational, not causal.
- It takes two weeks for the shot to work, but other illnesses can appear sooner.
Broaden Happiness Goals
- For happiness goals, set broad intentions, not specific plans.
- This leads to longer-lasting happiness and better recall of positive experiences.