Though over three billion people speak an Indo-European language, researchers are not sure where the language family originated.
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Practically all of the matter we see and interact with is made of atoms, which are mostly empty space. Then why is reality so… solid?
Philosophers Massimo Pigliucci and Greg Lopez discuss how Stoicism can help us gain perspective on our emotions and act with intention in the world.
Ideal models of family life have been broken by societal, technological, and cultural shifts — and we need to rethink our options.
Crafting an effective learning and development strategy can be challenging. Here are five key considerations.
Ethicist and doctor Simon Whitney argues that society’s overly cautious approach to medical research is blocking breakthroughs.
Awe-inspiring moments can be found in our daily lives, and they have surprising benefits for our health and sense of well-being.
Reject your Mental Map Oversimplifications.
Screens were around in previous generations, but now they truly define childhood.
The golden rule of self-compassion: Treat yourself with the same kindness you treat others.
Just as there are many types of believers, there’s not only one type of atheist.
Our desire for recognition at work can lead to perilous ends.
Carving out time for useful reflection is among the most valuable of leadership disciplines, explains “questionologist” Warren Berger.
Flexible organic circuits might someday hook right into your head.
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 […]
If you’ve looked for a job recently, you may have encountered the personality test. You may also have wondered if it was backed by scientific research.
A disturbing interview given by a KGB defector in 1984 describes America of today and outlines four stages of mass brainwashing used by the KGB.
Misinterpreted data may be distorting Western predictions about the future of China’s economy.
“Uitwaaien” is a popular activity around Amsterdam—one believed to have important psychological benefits.
Something doesn’t add up.
Stoicism is a big deal right now, but it has some major flaws. Here’s why you might want to hold off on becoming a Stoic.
In “Not Born Yesterday,” author and cognitive scientist Hugo Mercier makes the case that misinformation is overrated — and other human foibles are underrated.
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 […]
A study finds that sex is “moderate intensity physical activity,” similar to light jogging or leisurely swimming.
After the unrelenting negativity of 2020, we may need a refresher on the benefits of a positive affect.
Yushiro Kato — the 32-year-old co-founder and CEO of manufacturing platform CADDi — offers his most valuable leadership learnings.
“We should be informed and educated about the risks of AI, but we can’t be afraid,” Khan Academy founder Sal Khan told Big Think.
If a person stands little chance of ever being wealthy, perhaps playing the lottery is a rational decision.
Regardless of political ideology, one of the few things that many people seem to have in common is a moral hypocrisy that arises from a fundamental lack of self-reflection.