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From music to video games, literature to social backstabbing, entertainment hits the points in the human brain that were evolved to deeply react to: the pleasure of being entertained can act as a powerful stress-buster. Entertainment also uplifts moods, reducing cortisol levels and enhancing mental agility. The familiar forms of entertainment have demonstrated an endless potential for creative remix. They can be adapted for any scale, from one’s own private enjoyment to performances for thousands.