Culture

A bald man wearing a black sweater sits against a plain light background, gesturing with his right hand while looking at the camera.
58mins
Alain de Botton argues that our romantic lives are shaped more by the emotional patterns we learned in childhood than by destiny.
A fern frond unfurling in a spiral shape against a plain green background.
1mins
What would the world be like if we focused on “the inherent beauty of math,” rather than its technical aspects? A statistician reflects:
A bronze Buddha head sculpture with ornate crown and elongated earlobes, set against a black background, embodies the philosophies of self through its serene expression and timeless artistry.
3mins
People in the East and West really do think differently, especially when it comes to self-identity. Depending where you live, either associative or distinctive thinking will shape your sense of self.
John Templeton Foundation
Social media addiction
4mins
From Kim Kardashian’s stories to your friend’s Facebook post: social media is designed to keep you jealous.