10 Most Intelligent Animals

Apes—or more specifically, chimpanzees—share 94% of their DNA with humans and demonstrate incredible signs of intelligence. We are always super-impressed and emotionally moved whenever animals display the “human” quality of learning. 

 

The following are some of the world’s smartest animals, doing some pretty smart things.

1 – Octopus

                                     Octopus

Octopus is one of the smartest creatures in the sea. This animal is still poorly understood, but scientists are constantly discovering new and impressive octopus abilities. They play, solve problems, navigate through mazes and have a respectable short-term memory.

2 – Pigeon

                                        Pigeon

 They have a great memory that can recognise themselves in the mirror, can remember hundreds of different images/photos and learn routes to their home from long distances.

3 – Pigs

                                         Pigs

It is said that they have emotion, sensitivity, hurt feelings and easily bored. They are very sociable to humans and they are trainable. Some say they are more trainable than dogs. In laboratories, pigs play video games better than primates. Pigs can also dream and recognize their own names.

4 – Dog

                                        Dog And Cat

Human’s best friend, very trainable, sociable to humans, can understand commands and obedience. Dogs can identify and remember animal or human faces they’ve met, they can recognise radio, television, etc. They also can be sensitive, jealous and they won’t forget someone hurting them in their entire life.

5 – Parrot

                                          Parrots

Parrots are widely recognised as the smartest birds. They can do many wonderful things with their stunning beaks. According to recent study, the Cacadu Parrots have 90% accurate bird’s skills. A Parrot can mimic human words, understand the meanings, can remember many words and make sentences.

6 – Rats

                                          Rats

Rat is a highly intelligent yet much-maligned animal in Western cultures. Widely used in research, the lab rat has been known to find shortcuts, loopholes and escape routes in the laboratory experiments designed by the top scientific minds of our time.

7 – Sheep

                                          Sheep

British scientists and researchers stated that sheep have an incredible kind of instinctive ability and intelligence beyond your imaginations. If threatened, they make large groups and run away together from predators. Sheeps can remember and identify animal faces and also human faces.

8 – Dolphins

                                         Dolphins

Dolphins are extremely social animals. They can find their relatives separated miles away in the sea for unknown reason but they have their own language to communicate. The most significant aspect about the dolphins is that they never sleep with their systems due to their incredible piece of brain power and aesthetic sensibility.

9 – Elephants

                                       Elephants

The elephant brain is very heavy. It weighs in at about 5 kilos or more. Other large mammals, such as rhinos and hippos don’t have that kind of brain size. Scientific research has proven that elephants have the ability to use different objects in creative ways without being taught firsthand. They have been known to clean their food and use tools in various ways in the wild, and they can also follow human commands in captivity.

10 – Gorillas & Chimpanzees (Primates)

                                     Chimpanzee

The impressive intellectual abilities of these animals have long fascinated humans. They can make and use tools, hunt collectively, and are capable of advanced problem-solving. They are also able to learn sign language to communicate with humans and can remember the name sign for individuals they have not seen for sever

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Things Happy People Do Differently

There are two types of people in the world: those who choose to be happy, and those who choose to be unhappy. Contrary to popular belief, happiness doesn't come from fame, fortune, other people, or material possessions. Rather it comes from within.

The richest person in the world could be miserable while a homeless person could be right outside, smiling and content with their life. Happy people are happy because they make themselves happy. They maintain a positive outlook on life and remain at peace with themselves.

The question is: how do they do that?

Its quite simple. Happy people have good habits that enhance their lives. They do things differently. Ask any happy person, and they will tell you that they

  

1. Don't hold grudges.

Happy people understand that its better to forgive and forget than to let their negative feelings crowd out their positive feelings. Holding a grudge has a lot of detrimental effects on your well being, including increased depression, anxiety, and stress. Why let anyone who has wronged you have power over you? If you let go of all your grudges, youll gain a clear conscience and enough energy to enjoy the good things in life. 2. Treat everyone with kindness. Did you know that it has been scientifically proven that being kind makes you happier? Every time you perform a selfless act, your brain produces serotonin, a hormone that eases tension and lifts your spirits. Not only that, but treating people with love, dignity, and respect also allows you to build stronger relationships. 3. See problems as challenges. The word problem is never part of a happy persons vocabulary. A problem is viewed as a drawback, a struggle, or an unstable situation while a challenge is viewed as something positive like an opportunity, a task, or a dare. Whenever you face an obstacle, try looking at it as a challenge. 4. Express gratitude for what they already have. There is a popular saying that goes something like this: The happiest people don't have the best of everything; they just make the best of everything they have. You will have a deeper sense of contentment if you count your blessings instead of yearning for what you dont have. 5. Dream big. People who get into the habit of dreaming big are more likely to accomplish their goals than those who don't. If you dare to dream big, your mind will put itself in a focused and positive state. 6. Don't sweat the small stuff. Happy people ask themselves, Will this problem matter a year from now?They understand that lifes too short to get worked up over trivial situations. Letting things roll off your back will definitely put you at ease to enjoy the more important things in life. 7. Speak well of others. Being nice feels better than being mean. As fun as gossiping is, it usually leaves you feeling guilty and resentful. Saying nice things about other people encourages you to think positive, non-judgmental thoughts. 8. Never make excuses. Benjamin Franklin once said, He that is good for making excuses is seldom good for anything else. Happy people don't make excuses or blame others for their own failures in life. Instead, they own up to their mistakes and, by doing so, they proactively try to change for the better. 9. Get absorbed into the present. Happy people don't dwell on the past or worry about the future. They savor the present. They let themselves get immersed in whatever they aree doing at the moment. Stop and smell the roses. 10. Wake up at the same time every morning.Have you noticed that a lot of successful people tend to be early risers? Waking up at the same time every morning stabilizes your circadian rhythm, increases productivity, and puts you in a calm and centered state. 11. Avoid social comparison. Everyone works at his own pace, so why compare yourself to others? If you think you are better than someone else, you gain an unhealthy sense of superiority. If you think someone else is better than you, you end up feeling bad about yourself. You'll be happier if you focus on your own progress and praise others on theirs. 12. Choose friends wisely. Misery loves company. That is why its important to surround yourself with optimistic people who will encourage you to achieve your goals. The more positive energy you have around you, the better you will feel about yourself. 13. Never seek approval from others. Happy people dont care what others think of them. They follow their own hearts without letting naysayers discourage them. They understand that its impossible to please everyone. Listen to what people have to say, but never seek anyone's approval but your own. 14. Take the time to listen. Talk less; listen more. Listening keeps your mind open to others wisdom and outlooks on the world. The more intensely you listen, the quieter your mind gets, and the more content you feel. 15. Nurture social relationships. A lonely person is a miserable person. Happy people understand how important it is to have strong, healthy relationships. Always take the time to see and talk to your family, friends, or significant other. 16. Meditate. Meditating silences your mind and helps you find inner peace. You dont have to be a zen master to pull it off. Happy people know how to silence their minds anywhere and anytime they need to calm their nerves. 17. Eat well. Junk food makes you sluggish, and its difficult to be happy when you are in that kind of state. Everything you eat directly affects your body's ability to produce hormones, which will dictate your moods, energy, and mental focus. Be sure to eat foods that will keep your mind and body in good shape. 18. Exercise. Studies have shown that exercise raises happiness levels just as much as Zoloft does. Exercising also boosts your self-esteem and gives you a higher sense of self-accomplishment. 19. Live minimally. Happy people rarely keep clutter around the house because they know that extra belongings weigh them down and make them feel overwhelmed and stressed out. Some studies have concluded that Europeans are a lot happier than Americans are, which is interesting because they live in smaller homes, drive simpler cars, and own fewer items. 20. Tell the truth. Lying stresses you out, corrodes your self-esteem, and makes you unlikable  The truth will set you free. Being honest improves your mental health and builds others trust in you. Always be truthful, and never apologize for it. 21. Establish personal control. Happy people have the ability to choose their own destinies. They dont let others tell them how they should live their lives. Being in complete control of ones own life brings positive feelings and a great sense of self-worth. 22. Accept what cannot be changed. Once you accept the fact that life is not fair, you'll be more at peace with yourself. Instead of obsessing over how unfair life is, just focus on what you can control and change it for the better.

DO WE PERFORM OUR DUTY TO OUR PARENT?

I am glad to share one of the nice articles recently read by me.

The parents nowadays are quite worried about the behavioral changes in their children due to several socio-economical reasons. The gap between parents and the younger generations, is increasing day by day due to which the family bonding is getting weaker and weaker. They have forgotten the countless efforts and sacrifices made by their parents throughout their lives.

DO WE PERFORM OUR DUTY TO OUR PARENT?

Since birth we ate the food provided by them - many lakhs of times!!!
Our household expenses, maintenance, educational needs, daily coaching
etc., was attended by them free of cost. 

All our requirements under the sky, from childhood till we started earning our own income, was provided by them at their cost, despite their financial conditions and ability, until we became independent to enjoy and survive in this world. The services of our parents cannot be listed as it will run to volumes. All that we can do in return is our moral and spiritual responsibility to take care of them
now when they are helpless

1. Give them enough money understanding their requirements without their
indicating same.
2. Share time with them to laugh and smile.
3. Be polite and don't try to control their actions, but politely give
your views slowly and softly.
4. While walking keep pace with them as due to age, they may be slow and
stay behind them. Give them respect.
5. Look after their needs, just asking "shall I bring water, some
biscuits, a fruit etc.,? Should i bring tea for you? Are you hungry, baba"
etc
6. Observe their health condition closely and take them for periodical
check ups. Sensitive parents will not ask you to do this and that.
7. Check whether they take their medicines timely and remind, don't talk
about the cost of the medicine and value!!
8. Take them out where they would like to go, and organise it to their
satisfaction.
9. Go from time to time to public places, parks, restaurants of their
choice etc.,
10. Respect their preferences and likes. Don't force your views and
preferences. 
11. They don't demand respect, they deserve it
12. When elders arrive or depart, open the door with respect.
13. Go shopping and watch they select and don't comment on their
choices. Your choices certainly will differ with theirs and you cannot thrust it on
theirs.
14. celebrate their birthdays and wedding days with some surprise gifts
observing their needs and preferences.
15. Daily wish them before you go out and return home visiting them in
their rooms.
16. Explain your children the importance of the grand parents and
cultivate the habit so that you will be respected when they become grown
up!!!
17. When you come back to home, visit them first in their room.
18. Don't criticise their friends and their manners, dresses etc., and
talk ill of them. They have not come to see you,or care for your views,
which please remember.

19. In any matter of discussions where the views of yours and the
parents differ try to follow their views as much as possible finding a
compromising solution without hurting feelings. Remember their sacrifices
and time, and you owe them immeasurably which they never asked for. Going
their way with your supporting ideas would be ideal patiently and politely.
20. Disposal of old parents to old age homes, and separate care homes is
a crime unpardonable. Remember their hardship and difficulties in bringing
you up and putting up with your tantrums and obstinacies unmindfully. Don't
be ignorant..
21. At the dinner table, first serve food to them and then to others

A word to parents also -- 

Please for heaven's sake don't mention how much troubles and sufferings you had in bringing up your children in front of them or talk about the money you spent on their studies and maintenance etc. This is not settlement of account matter. 

Love begets love which please remember and don't degrade yourself. You should not demand respect but command it.