Mind and Behavior

Mind and Behavior

exercise myths
Exercise culture is crazy. But what you need to do is exceedingly simple.
A softly colored illustration of a double rainbow arches over a calm blue sea under a pastel sky, evoking harmony between religion and science.
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Some scientists see religion as a threat to the scientific method that should be resisted. But faith "is really asking a different set of questions," says Collins.
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A figure with wings kneels and gestures toward a standing, robed figure against a red background, evoking the question: what is hell like? Both appear in a detailed, engraved style.
4mins
What’s hell really like?
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A metallic, blindfolded bust of a person is shown against a black background, symbolizing justice, impartiality, and the resolve to turn the other cheek in the face of adversity.
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When should we seek justice, and when should we forgive? A bishop explains.
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5mins
Atheists are not immune from supernatural thinking.
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New research shows that having an attitude of gratitude is key to healthy relationships, and it can virally impact society.
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Two figures embrace in the foreground as celestial bodies or stars, evoking supernatural thinking, tumble from a dark sky; in the background, a crowd with raised arms watches in awe.
7mins
"Supernatural thinking is actually an important part of being a complete human being."
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truth bias
2mins
How to see through the lies that surround us.
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.
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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.
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Close-up of a lion's open mouth showing sharp teeth and tongue, painted in a realistic style with rich brown and yellow tones, capturing intensity that echoes themes seen in the neuroscience of inequality.
6mins
What inequality and populism look like in the brain, according to a neuroscientist.
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cognitive decline
9mins
Only 2% of Alzheimer’s is 100% genetic. The rest is up to your daily habits.
A painting of a brown monkey sitting on the ground with one hand raised to its mouth, looking to the left with a surprised expression.
6mins
He's studied apes for 50 years - here's what most people get wrong.
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Two hands reaching towards each other against a bright blue sky with clouds, subtly exploring why empathy is bad when it leads to emotional overwhelm.
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Not an empathetic person? Here’s why that might be a good thing.
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Illustration of a human brain with a metallic on/off switch embedded in its side, set against a solid dark purple background.
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Having trouble learning? A PhD engineering professor gives you one key tip.
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A gold crown with pointed tips and ornate detailing is shown against a solid blue background, symbolizing the evolution of kindness through regal elegance.
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We evolved to be kind – and die for others.
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A woman cradles a baby while surrounded by four children in a rustic kitchen, with dishes on shelves and blue sky outside—a heartwarming scene that might inspire thoughts like, should I have kids?.
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Kids don’t always make you happier. Here’s why people have them anyway.
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the power of branding
6mins
Branding isn’t buzz — we’ve been doing it for thousands of years.
A hand holding a whip with multiple knotted tails against a solid orange background, subtly hinting at themes of discipline and exploring why suffering is good.
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There are two kinds of suffering. One is pure pain. The other makes life worth living.
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A glowing, radiant figure stands atop dark rocks near a mountain, with bright light illuminating the scene in a monochrome, sketch-like style.
According to author and entrepreneur Steven Kotler, at some point this century, we will confront the prospect of immortality.
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Black text on a beige background reads, "YOU ARE NOT YOUR GENETICS," styled like an eye chart with distance markers, challenging the idea that genetics alone define you.
Almost all our school improvements fail. Here’s why.
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life after near death experiences
Near death experiences change people’s lives - and not always for the better.
Close-up image of a green leaf showing detailed vein structure and texture, capturing the intricate design that highlights the essence of nature versus nurture.
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“If 90% of children had ADHD and only 10% of children could sit still at a desk, how would we design school?”
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boost performance
6mins
You can learn things 250% faster by unlocking your ‘flow state.’
A red flag on top of a gray rock, with the right side dissolving into particles—like automatic habits breaking apart—set against a solid green background.
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The US reduced smoking rates from 50% to 15% with a simple habit hack.
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Are dreams, hallucinations, and near death experiences all connected?
Two men in athletic clothing stand against a black background, with glowing light trails swirling around them—symbolizing the energy and persistence involved in forming habits through dedication and motion.
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Practice doesn’t actually make perfect. Here’s the willpower equation necessary for elite athletes and musicians.
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Line drawing of a person with one arm raised, swinging a tennis racket to hit an unseen ball—motion lines suggest the path of the racket and capture the power of habit in each practiced stroke.
There’s a psychological reason you haven’t created healthier habits in your life.
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