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Mind and Behavior
Expressing gratitude encourages others to continue being generous, promoting a cycle of goodness.
Scallop shells have accompanied pilgrims to and from Santiago de Compostela for centuries, for more than one reason
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Is science destined to crack the code of consciousness—and how would we even go about it?
John Templeton Foundation
The researchers and patients are excited to see if color vision will develop over time.
Three reasons why a radically better future is more likely than we think.
The recipe for a perfect date night: a rom-com, a bowl of popcorn, and a syringe of testosterone — at least for gerbils, anyway.
Americans are more willing to put the greater good above their own interests today than in the 1950s.
From politics to culture, we blame “tribalism” for humanity’s problems. This explanation is entirely wrong.
John Templeton Foundation
Instead of liberation, the sexual revolution has led some people, particularly men, to be addicted to porn.
"We are what our bodies do with what we eat."
About the project The goal of driving more progress across the world—scientifically, politically, economically, socially, etc—is one shared by many. And yet, debates about the best way to maximize progress […]
About the project The goal of driving more progress across the world—scientifically, politically, economically, socially, etc—is one shared by many. And yet, debates about the best way to maximize progress […]
An interview with filmmaker Jason Sussberg about his new film about Stewart Brand and the importance of culture in achieving progress.
If you want to escape the negativity, head to Kazakhstan.
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Futurist Ari Wallach asks, "how do we want to be remembered?"
We all want to have a good, stable relationship with somebody, says Dr. Helen Fisher. So it's important to understand how intense romantic love affects our long-term goals.
John Templeton Foundation
When you don’t know what you’re looking for, it’s easier to miss it.
Perfectionism is on the rise, and its consequences for mental health can be devastating. The Japanese philosophy of "wabi sabi" can help.
Summit Public Schools take a radically different approach to education. And it's working.
Stand Together
Who will lead humanity in the Metaverse? Roblox and Minecraft gamers.
Elon Musk suggested remote-controlled, vibrating anal beads. Thankfully, there are more mundane explanations.
Just a small gesture or a thoughtful comment can often alter a situation, or people’s perceptions of it, in ways that relieve tensions and make them feel appreciated and included.
Think you should speak about 40% of the time in conversation? How about 70%?
Turning away is a natural response.
Only have sex with a person you love — a novel concept!
One tiny change might have made a huge difference.
Following the advent of human space flight, NASA began naming missions after children of Zeus.
Each of us carries our own version of the Multiverse in our heads.