Word Rich: Higgs boson
Helped are those who create anything at all, for they shall relive the thrill of their own conception and realize a partnership in the creation of the Universe. ~ Alice Walker ******* Click Here to View Basics of the Higgs boson. Over 2 million have watched this 6-minute TED-Ex presentation. See Also: Neil deGrasse Tyson explains the Higgs boson particle [funny joke at end] 1 Minute 27 Seconds The Higgs boson Discovery 6 Minutes, 54 Seconds Higgs Boson Explained in Simple Words, 4 Minutes, 49 Seconds ******* Succeed and Soar’s first, the 2022 “Words” series explored phrases that could help appreciate and heal human experiences. The 2025 theme is astronomy. This post presents the Higgs boson [also called, “the God particle”]. As Space.com explains, bosons are subatomic particles that swap things when they connect. “For example, when two electrons interact they exchange a photon.” Of the Higgs boson, it “has a mass of 125 billion electron volts — meaning it is 130 times more massive than a proton.” Further, “This Higgs field [an electromagnetic wave] played an absolutely decisive role in the first moments after the birth of the universe as it determines the very nature of the vacuum which fills our space-time. It makes the existence of matter and interactions as we know them possible.” Business Insider says that when [Leon] Lederman authored a book on the Higgs boson … the title was to be “The Goddamn Particle” but the publishers changed this to “The God Particle” and a troublesome connection with religion was drawn, one which bothers physicists to this day. “Still, it’s hard to overestimate the importance of the Higgs boson and the Higgs field in general, as without this aspect of nature no particles would have mass. That means no stars, no planets, and no us — something which may help warrant its hyperbolic nickname.” LiveScience.com reports, “the discovery of the Higgs boson was enormously significant. It was the final piece of the Standard Model jigsaw, and it may lead scientists to an understanding of further mysteries — such as the nature of dark matter. [See Succeed and Soar October 30, 2025 post.] Of life well lived, as with the Higgs boson, keep in mind, There is safety in small beginnings and there is unlimited capital in the experience gained by growing. ~ Henry Ford I would tell your generation, wherever you are on the totem pole— whether you’re halfway there or at the bottom, don’t despise small beginnings; small beginnings get you ready for great things. ~ T. D. Jakes I’m now guessing the following was jotted while listening to Bill Nye’s audio book, Everything All At Once. The universe is not logical. It’s magical. A major aspect of the pain and mental anguish we experience as humans is that our minds seek and often demand logic from an illogical universe. Our minds desperately want stuff to add up. But the rules of logic do not apply to the laws of possibility. The universe functions under the laws of magic. Succeed and Soar! Sandra Gould Ford Presenting arts experiences to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thinking and inspire. ******* Radiant Tree Books Four Seasons of Possibilities Life Well Lived re-presents inspiring Succeed and Soar posts while offering gorgeous floral photographs, wise words and invitations to see life as a garden of possibilities. This book offers instructions for creating Illustrated Wisdoms and allows lots of space for personal notes, sketches and meditations. Here are opportunities to both enjoy life’s seasons and find enrichment. Details: 8″ x 10″ Quality, soft cover 60 Pages Preview or Purchase here View All Radiant Tree Books Thanks for shopping!
Story Talk: Noteworthy Nonfiction
Readers frequently ask me how they can support my work, whether I have a Patreon or some other way to accept donations. I don’t have anything like that. What I have, instead, are these books, which I can’t seem to stop writing. The best way to thank me for my work is to buy the books, in any (or every) format. Selling books benefits a whole community of people who are important to my work, including my publishers and agents, and also all the people who work on publishing, fulfillment and production with me. These people don’t just work on my projects, of course: they have many partners of their own. Cory Doctorow Succeed and Soar seeks to lift hearts and spirits, awareness and humanity. Because books help fulfill that mission, this post offers four, enlightening, non-fiction books. Succeed and Soar! Sandra Gould Ford Presenting art to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thing and inspire. Books I’ve Read Everything All at Once This book’s subtitle is, How to Unleash Your Inner Nerd, Tap Into Radical Curiosity and Solve Any Problem. In this New York Times bestseller, the former Boeing mechanical engineer best known for his Bill Nye the Science Guy television show, makes logical cases for why: Everyone on Earth could [and should] eat well The wealthiest will benefit if all Earth’s inhabitants live comfortably Some five-thousand-year-old beliefs no longer make scientific sense Other Nye statements affirm, “The process of science and natural laws don’t care about our politics or preconceptions. They merely set the boundaries of what is possible, defining the outer limits of what we can achieve.” “We do not have to accept things the way they are. We can nudge, adapt, revise, evolve, improve … and change the world.” For creating a better planet, Everything All at Once is an encouraging, motivating roadmap. Audio Sample [5 minutes] Review: Kirkus Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs? By day, best-selling author Caitlin Doughty works as a mortician and funeral director. “In a brisk, informative, and morbidly funny style, Doughty explores everything from ancient Egyptian death rituals and the science of skeletons to flesh-eating insects and the proper depth at which to bury your pet if you want Fluffy to become a mummy.” In Will My Cat, Doughty answers children’s questions. The answers entertain and enlighten adults, too. Audio Sample [4 minutes] Review: Beyond The Wall Review: Huntley Area Public Library I Plan to Read Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity These days, Dr. Peter Attia accepts up to 75 patients. Many tend to be billionaires. Fortunately, accessing this physician’s plan for ending life as healthy and pleasantly as possible doesn’t require millions. Dr. Attia earned his MD from Stanford University. He then received a Surgical Oncology Fellowship at the National Cancer Institute. As shown in this Sunday, October 26, 2025 CBS 60 Minutes interview, Dr. Attia has, “declared war on what he calls ‘the marginal decade,’ the final years of life that are plagued by sickness and immobility.” In addition, he, Founded the Nutrition Science Initiative (NuSI), that researches aging and nutrition. Hosts the popular podcast “The Drive,” where health, wellness, and longevity experts are interviewed. Developed the “Pillars of Longevity” a framework for improving healthspan. Established the Peter Attia Medical Clinic that focuses on longevity. These videos also present Dr. Attia’s strategies: Testing Your Fitness Levels [5 Minutes, 52 seconds] The Longevity Toolkit [15 Minutes, 41 seconds] “Ensh*tification:” Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It This book shows when platforms like Facebook, Google, Amazon, X [once Twitter], etc. go bad and why. Better yet, view Doctorow’s Amanpour and Company interview. The SLATE Review opened, “This year, it became apparent to more shoppers that Prime Day is less a showcase of Amazon deals than a brutish exhibition of the platform’s unmatched power.” The NPR review opened, “A few years ago, Cory Doctorow coined a word that took the internet by storm. It appeared everywhere, including in our newsletter that analyzed why dating apps are breaking the hearts of their users. The American Dialect Society named it its word of the year in 2023. Merriam-Webster even added it to its dictionary — despite it having a swear word in it.” With this book, forewarned is forearmed. ******* Shop Succeed & Soar Throw Pillows As well as tote bags, tee shirts, journals, puzzles, phone cases, ornaments, face masks, towels, blankets, cups, posters, shower curtains and more These pillows add a stylish statement to any room. Details: Fabric: 100% spun polyester poplin Reversible, same image printed on both sides A concealed zipper Choice of over 70 background colors Removable insert can be requested Pillow sizes: 14×14, 16×16, 18×18, 20×20, 26×26 and 20×14 Prices from $20 to $50 See All Throw Pillows Thanks for your support!