Our obsession with speed and productivity creates unnecessary pressure that quietly fuels burnout and anxiety.

Neuroscientist David Linden sheds light on the biology behind phenomena that medicine has long struggled to explain, from voodoo death and broken heart syndrome to the placebo effect, and why grief shows up in autopsy results

A day in the Sierra Nevada with Tommy Caldwell reveals how pain, trauma, and “elective hardship” became the foundation of his fortitude.

By better understanding how the brain constructs pain, we may transform how we treat chronic suffering.

To foster inclusive and compassionate spaces for trauma survivors, we should understand the neurology of trauma and its profound effects, as emphasized by psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk.

Many organizations are missing a key catalyst for excellence — and it’s not a new software program or workplace perk.

Rubin joins Big Think for a chat about her one-minute rule, why self-knowledge is key to a good life, and more.

The great Chinese philosopher offers a durable and practical blueprint for harmonizing with our work colleagues.

Books don’t just stimulate the mind — they trigger physiological changes throughout the body.

Kaizen taught me that tiny, consistent changes can be more powerful than dramatic overhauls.

"The big question then is why are most people resilient and why are some people not resilient?"

In an age of polycrisis, argues leadership coach Lisa Bennett, we should spend less time trying to save the world — and focus on savoring it instead.

Rituals serve psychological functions that go far beyond mere habit or tradition.

Former tech founder Scott Britton wants to shatter the binary myth that separates driving ambition from inner development.

“In most instances, ‘good enough’ is good enough.” A time management expert, a cognitive scientist, and a psychologist share their takes on productivity, perfectionism, and the harm of hustle culture.

“There would be something very, very empty and meaningless about [a] sort of life with no problems.”

Introverts have social batteries that will drain over time, but they can be recharged with good energy hygiene. Here’s how.

It's not just about the home; it's about everything.

Marine Tanguy — author and founder/CEO of MTArt Agency — argues that viewing and creating art has profound benefits.

“The way my mind works is just out of anxiety and catastrophization.”

What happens when your boss decides to weaponize positivity in the workplace?

This class, led by experts like Amy Cuddy and Tony Coles, focuses on developing presence, emotional intelligence, and self-knowledge to enhance personal and professional growth, emphasizing the importance of self-affirmation, leadership dynamics, and creating a supportive workplace culture.

“We can have that fight for a 1,000 years, but we could have a shot at figuring out what we both need and noticing when there's opportunities to make that happen.”

A physician, a psychologist, and a mindfulness teacher explain what stress does to your body and mind, and how to use it to get smarter and stronger.

Modern culture has made us feel like there’s no time to be patient. Sarah Schnitker’s lab at Baylor University is researching how this often-forgotten virtue could improve our overall well-being.

“There's research showing that people who are curious, who ask questions, are not just happier, they're not just more successful, they also live longer.”

Three doctors break down brain function, somatic awareness, and how to recover from bad experiences.

“We can make ourselves more likely to be happy by building a life that includes the conditions that make for happiness.”

From trepanning to lobotomies, humans have long struggled to manage emotion. Today, we have better tools. Psychologist Ethan Kross shares what actually works, and why.

"You can't possibly exaggerate how much better it is to live in a peaceful, orderly society, and to be wealthy, and healthy, and surrounded by people who you love."