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    Wendy Kopp

    One Day, All Children…

    What I'm reading now is a work by Teach for America. As I said, my obsession now is with education. Wendy Kopp is the founder of Teach for America. Unbelievable woman…certainly deserves a Nobel Prize.

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Big Think Interview with Tal Ben-Shahar

A conversation with the author of “The Pursuit of Perfect” and “Happier.” … Watch

October 2, 2009   |  In Love, Sex, & Happiness

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Write It Down: My Best Career Advice

Tal Ban Shahar’s best career advice involved getting some important words on paper. … Watch

October 2, 2009   |  In Inspiration & Wisdom

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How to Fail Well

Tal Ben-Shahar’s most important lesson to his students to be sure to fail, and to fail well. He explains why this is and introduces us to the most successful individual in history at failing, Thomas Edison. … Watch

October 2, 2009   |  In Inspiration & Wisdom

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An Im-perfectionists Takes on Career Mistakes

Tal Ben Shahar wrote the book on avoiding the drive for perfectionism and enjoying an imperfect life. So what does he say about his own career regrets? … Watch

October 2, 2009   |  In History, Inspiration & Wisdom

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The Science of Optimal Love

Happiness expert Tal Ben Shahar has dedicated ample time to his research on how romantic relationships can promote—and prevent—happiness. He tells Big Think what makes a winning relationship. … Watch

October 2, 2009   |  In Love, Sex, & Happiness, Science & Tech

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