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!
Special Short Video: No Photography
Name the Movie “Keep your friends close, but your enemies closer.”3-Minute Clip Each month, Succeed and Soar shares a little video chosen to lift the heart and spirit, awareness and humanity. Of the 200,000+ who’ve seen this post’s CGI animation, here are responses: Because of No Photography’s unexpected ending, here are thoughts on surprises, One of the greatest discoveries a man makes,one of his great surprises,is to find he can do whathe was afraid he couldn’t do.~ Henry Ford If you weren’t surprised by your lifeyou wouldn’t be alive.Life is surprise.~ William S. Burroughs The husband who decides to surprise his wifeis often very much surprised himself.~ Voltaire Enjoy!Succeed and Soar! Sandra Gould FordPresenting art to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thing and inspire. Comment Click Here to View. “No Photography”5 Fun Minutes Radiant Tree Books Beyond the Sky’s Limits shares encouraging wisdom and uplifting images about going beyond boundaries and making dreams come true. This Succeed and Soar book shares “Life Well Lived” words of wisdom and uplifting images. See All Books Contact for in-person and virtual presentations. Thanks for your support!
New Year Wisdoms and Inspirations
For years, I’ve collected inspiring quotes. As this new year begins, here are words of wisdom offered to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thinking and inspire. Click here for a free, printable, PDF booklet of these inspirations. Take big steps. You can’t cross a chasm in two small jumps. –David Lloyd GeorgeGetting to know and like people and getting people to know and like you are the two top cards in the game of success. –UnknownCherish your visions and your dreams, as they are the children of your soul; the blueprints of your ultimate achievements. –Napoleon HillObstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal. –Henry Ford What is the recipe for successful achievement? To my mind there are just four essential ingredients: Choose a career you love . . . Give it the best there is in you . . . Seize your opportunities. And be a member of the team. –Benjamin F. Fairless Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other. –Abraham Lincoln Succeed and Soar! Sandra Gould Ford Presenting arts experiences to encourage, refresh, enrich creative thinking and inspire. COMMENT.
Soul Words: Emotional Intelligence
Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success. – Henry Ford In my twenties, a theory about relationships became very real. Back then, I worked in a three-room office. ‘Clark,’ the department manager occupied a large room that claimed half our space. ‘Everett,’ the assistant manager had a little office. As clerk-stenographer, I shared the small reception area with ‘Logan,’ who handled the department’s legwork. Logan’s desk was behind the door we shared. One day, ‘Logan’ took over the big office. From then on, ‘Everett’ took orders from instead of giving them to ‘Logan.’ ‘Clark,’ the manager who hired me, vanished. While ‘Logan’ was very skilled at our department’s work, he was also buddies with the company’s new superintendent. That day I learned that, in real life, it may not be what you know, but who you know AND who likes you … that really counts. Emotional Intelligence is, “the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions, and to handle interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.” Of this skill, The Center for Creative Leadership writes, “Seventy-five percent of careers are derailed for reasons related to emotional competencies, including inability to handle interpersonal problems; unsatisfactory team leadership during times of difficulty or conflict; or inability to adapt to change or elicit trust.” Dave Lennick, an American Express Senior Vice President said, “Emotional competence is the single most important personal quality that each of us must develop and access.” Wondering about your Emotional Intelligence? These materials are not intended for diagnosis. They are offered for personal reflection. Emotional Intelligence Skill-building and Self Awareness A test for school age children A self test for relationships Remember, Getting to know and like people and getting people to know and like you are the two top cards in the game of success. — Source Unknown Succeed and Soar! Inspirational Jigsaw Puzzles Click Here to Visit Puzzle Details Two sizes: 18×24 [500 pieces] or 20×28 [1,000 pieces] Premium 0.2” thick paper stock Vibrant, semi gloss coating Custom size the art and choose your own background color Handsome and sturdy puzzle box with picture on top Click on picture or here to purchase Sun Mint Tea puzzle Shop All Sandra’s Art Puzzles