Cognitive science has come incredibly far in recent decades - so far, in fact, that scientists have found sure-fire ways of tricking the brain into doing something more beneficial than it normally would. For instance, viewing a deep gash in your leg will undoubtedly make you feel all the pain associated with it, but did you know that you could diminish the feeling of pain simply by looking at the injury through inverted binoculars? Learn about this amazing brain hack and many more in the video below:
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The Man Who Saved 669 Children
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The Fascinating Tricks Behind 1920 Movie Stunts
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This is What Happened to the Man Who Didn't Salute Hitler!
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These Gigantic Comparisons Will Blow Your Mind!
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