So I have this theory…

[chargirlgenius]

I was just looking at a blog about waterfalls, and he started discussing negative ions. Theory is, moving water, certain winds, etc. create negative ions, which, when breathed in by humans, boost serotonin levels, alleviating stress and depression.

Ok, this all sounds very good, and like it could be (and has been) totally exploited by marketers. I know there are negative ion purifiers, etc.

On the flip side, devices like computer monitors put forth positive ions. Hm. Is that why people are always so pissy on the internet? (And why I’m always hating my job….?) Maybe I just need to get a waterfall for my desk. :-D

Or maybe this theory is just a big ol’ duh.

Comments

[usagi629.livejournal.com]

My mom's cat used to drink hers.. :-O

[beatrixherald.livejournal.com]

They make fountains specifically for cats to drink out of. You fill it up when it gets low, but the water doesnt get stale and the cat likes to drink the fresh water.

The only fountain my cats will drink out of is the toilet. Sigh...

[chargirlgenius.livejournal.com]

Yeah, for dogs too.

We have a fountain for the dog. It's called "I put a bowl under the pipe from the AC units". On the plus side, if it's really hot and we're running the AC overtime, there's plenty of water for the dog. :-D

[usagi629.livejournal.com]

Is that safe? I guess so.. they're aren't any chemicals, right? (I am very ignorant when it comes to HVAC stuff..) O_o

[chargirlgenius.livejournal.com]

It’s only water. Very clean water from condensation

[usagi629.livejournal.com]

OK.. yeah.. I didn't know for sure... :P

[usagi629.livejournal.com]

I've seen those.. but I could never rationalize the extra cost and cost of running it really.. I have those vacation water bowls that fill up as the kitty drinks...

My mom stopped using her fountain because the cat would drink out of it though and cause the motor to buzz because there wasn't enough water.