Why You Should Face Your Fears, Rekindling Romance with Cute Animals, and Naming Black Holes

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BACKBLAZE: Fully featured 15-day free trial of unlimited cloud backup for your Mac or PC, which you can get for just $5/monthTo Rekindle Your Romance, Science Says Look at Cute Animal PicturesAshley’s cat’s Instagram account @agletistinyNew Brain Research Shows Why You Should Face Your FearsPluto Was Named by an 11-Year-Old GirlEmail us at podcast@curiosity.com or tweet to us at @curiositydotcomIf you struggle with phobias or anxiety but aren't quite ready to seek therapy, check out "No Bravery Required: A Clinically Proven Program for Fears, Phobias and Social Anxiety" by licensed marriage and family therapist Richard S. Gallagher. If you choose to make a purchase, Curiosity will get a share of the sale.

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Full episode transcript here: https://curiosity-daily-4e53644e.simplecast.com/episodes/why-you-should-face-your-fears-rekindling-romance-with-cute-animals-and-naming-black-holes

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