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Did traditional Chinese thought pave the way for the philosophy of Maoism?
Though quantum mechanics is an incredibly successful theory, nobody knows what it means. Scientists now must confront its philosophical implications.
Be more like Goldilocks.
Big Think recently spoke with sleep psychologist Dr. Jade Wu about the surprising consequences of forgoing sleep.
Virtually anyone can now create convincing deepfakes. That doesn't mean you should.
Most philosophers merely contemplate the world, but what about the ones who actually tried to change it?
In the philosophy of Star Wars, the Sith are evil because they surrender to passion. But is a life of total rationality a “good” life?
There are many things in life that cannot be improved with greater effort. Sometimes, life requires that you step back.
In revolutionary Russia, a group of forward-thinking philosophers offered an alternative to both futurism and communism.
That Nietzsche quote might not mean what you think it does.
Jokes so cheesy even French philosophers will love them.
Perfectionism is on the rise, and its consequences for mental health can be devastating. The Japanese philosophy of "wabi sabi" can help.
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Positivity psychologist, lecturer and author Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar shares techniques on how to unlock happiness at work.
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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Geniuses and prodigies are captivating. But generalists rule the world.
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If Rome was not built in a day, why do you think you can be?
Alibaba has played a key role in China’s meteoric economic rise.
Adopting a healthy scepticism towards inherited ideas means “emptying the container of the Self.”
Nothing meaningful is done quickly.
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Non-Western thought is vast and ancient, so why don't some consider it philosophy?
The Greeks were among the first to move beyond “primitive money” and establish an official currency, transforming their trade, government, and even philosophy.
Descartes broke from the European philosophers who preceded him and devised a new way of considering humanity and the world.
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.
Step back from the AI maelstrom and explore Lem’s "Summa Technologiae" for a detached look at technology’s role in human evolution.
Chloé Valdary shares the ancient Stoic principle that can defeat modern despair.
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Climate and ecological changes, as well as disruptions to the food chain, were already killing off the dinosaurs.
The utilitarian “greatest happiness principle” has remained popular for two centuries — is it time for a rethink?