Be a raven: nevermore is never again
Do less harm. Hold a grudge. Start a new timeline for someone. We need to listen to the ravens.
Studies show Ravens are smart. Really, smart.
They can use tools, remember human faces, and even plan for the future. This behavior cuts both ways for humans: Edgar Allan Poe’s favorite “nevermore” birds tend to favor people who show them kindness and hold grudges against those who treat them poorly. These preferences aren’t fleeting, either — they may …
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