Teodora Zareva
Contributing Writer, Big Think
Teodora Zareva is an entrepreneur, writer, board games geek and a curious person at large. Her professional path has taken her from filmmaking and photography to writing, TEDx organizing, teaching, and social entrepreneurship. She has lived and worked in the U.S. and Bulgaria and is currently doing her MBA at Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford. Her biggest passion lies at the intersection of media and youth development. She is the co-founder of WishBOX Foundation, a Bulgarian NGO that helps high school students with their professional orientation by organizing events, courses, summer camps and developing digital media resources.
What makes for an excellent human life?
Practical philosopher Andrew Taggart talks about what is an excellent human life, what are the first steps to achieving it and what a society without work looks like.
Are there limits to the truths science can discover?
Dr. Alex Berezow talks about the importance of communicating science in a clear and accurate way and why he turns to religion for the answers to some questions.
The biggest European festival on the future will tackle tough questions once again
Scientists, artists, writers, and entrepreneurs will tackle the most exciting and controversial topics shaping our future at Brain Bar, Hungary’s most inspiring event.
Weight loss is about diet quality not calorie counting, finds major clinical trial
A major clinical trial finds that diet quality beats calorie counting for the best weight loss strategy.
Chemicals used to make non-stick pans linked to rapid weight gain
These chemicals are also widely used in products like clothing, shoes, wrappers and furniture, to make them more stain-resistant, waterproof and/or nonstick.
How did Valentine’s Day become so commercial—and is it a bad thing?
From striking women with goat’s skin to showering them with chocolates and flowers, here is how Valentine’s Day became the holiday we know today.
Researchers say we have a ‘narcissism epidemic’. So what’s causing it?
Are you an important person? The answer you give may indicate to psychologists how narcissistic you are. Similarly, the culture you are born into plays an important role.
Want to lose weight without even trying? Have your partner lose it for you.
Just like obesity, weight-loss can also "spread like a virus."
Why do we buy roses on Valentine’s Day?
Amongst other reasons, because they don't mind planes.
Your brain activity can reveal who your friends are
Like it or not, you are a lot like your friends.
Major report warns that a “meat tax” is coming
After tobacco, carbon, and sugar, meat may be next on the list to be taxed by governments in their efforts to comply with health and environmental policies.
Experts at Davos: “It is in men’s interest to embrace gender equality”
Here are five points from the World Economic Forum at Davos that can help men and women work together for gender equality.
Everything you should know about happiness in one infographic
According to science, you can control about 40% of your happiness.
Mixing magic mushrooms and meditation has long-term benefits, Johns Hopkins study finds
The benefits of controlled psilocybin use and spiritual practice on people's well-being long outlast the high, researchers find.
This solar power plant in Nevada could finally wean humanity off of fossil fuels
An hour away from Area 51 in the Nevada desert, this solar power plant "banks" energy in a way that could be replicated across the world.
6 science-backed facial exercises that really do make you look younger
Get out of the way expensive facial creams and treatments.
Scientists explain ‘love at first sight’
Every third American reports that he or she has experienced it.
Getting more sleep curbs sugar cravings, study finds
Studies have also shown that two weeks of sleep deprivation increases the consumption of excess calories, particularly from energy-dense, high-carbohydrate snacks.
You may be using this flying taxi in two years
Bell Helicopter has just premiered its electric, self-piloting air taxi design at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
Everything you should know about happy relationships in one infographic
From communication to intimacy, this data visual has it all covered.
How smart is ‘too smart’ for a romantic partner?
Is high IQ really something that can genuinely turn people on? Apparently so — but only to a certain point.
How poor sleep may bolster your risk of dementia
A new study has found a mechanism that links poor sleep with deterioration of brain function.
Is sugar good for concentration?
Scientific studies have been inconclusive when it comes to the cognitive effects of sugar. Some suggest that sugar has positive effects on brain function while others disagree.
How ‘artful thinking’ can improve your visual intelligence
Observational skills are critical for doctors and art training helps medical students improve them.
Humanity will give up alcohol in a generation, says leading scientist
In this brave new world, innovative synthetic beverages will be able to deliver all the desirable and none of the negative effects of booze.
A Bitcoin Millionaire Has Unexpectedly Started Funding Dozens of Charities
In only two weeks the anonymous philanthropist has given away $18 million.
Motivation Is a Bigger Advantage than Your IQ Score
Your IQ score may not be able to tell you much about how successful you will be, but these traits can.
MIT scientists use nanoparticles to engineer glowing plants
Imagine reading by plant light, and glow-in-the-dark trees instead of street lamps. That's on the horizon thanks to these engineers.
The Hidden Psychological Heritage of the Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution brought along the second agricultural revolution, the unthinkable transformations of entire ecosystems, the collapse of the family and community, and the ethics of consumerism.
How to maximize the brain benefits of storytime for infants
Not all books are created equal. Especially when it comes to the ones parents read to children to aid their development. A new study from the University of Florida points to an important characteristic to look for in children’s books.