Kevin Dickinson

Kevin Dickinson

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Kevin Dickinson is a staff writer and columnist at Big Think. His writing focuses on the intersection between education, psychology, business, and science. He holds a master’s in English and writing, and his articles have appeared in Agenda, RealClearScience, and the Washington Post. Follow him on LinkedIn and Twitter @KevinRDickinson.

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Arguments don’t have to be about winning or losing; they can help us build trust despite disagreeing.
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High-conflict people are found in all walks of life. Learning how to identify them, and what to do next, can save you much emotional turmoil.
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As Abraham Lincoln famously said, “If you want to test a man’s character, give him power and a plate of cookies.” (Something like that.)
When it comes to handling our emotions, we can’t afford to be none the WISER.
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Did fire change the development of the human brain?