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6mins
The Well
Is virtue worth pursuing? A psychologist explains
Virtue is hard to attain, and that’s the point. Sarah Schnitker explains why self-help shortcuts miss the mark.
Sarah Schnitker
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18mins
The Big Think Interview
Most people freeze in a crisis. Here’s why — and how to stop it
“The fear of panic has killed more people than most disasters themselves.”
Amanda Ripley
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4mins
The Well
Human development has 5 key principles – here’s why they matter
These 5 human development principles could completely change the way we think about learning and potential.
Mary Helen Immordino-Yang
6mins
Health
America’s maternal death rate: “This is a national crisis”
Black women are 3x more likely to die giving birth. Here’s one plan to fix that.
Michael Dowling
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4mins
The Well
The power of gratitude, explained
New research shows that having an attitude of gratitude is key to healthy relationships, and it can virally impact society.
Dr. Sara Algoe
John Templeton Foundation
Aspiration
Collective Illusions
How to find common ground in a ‘divided world’
Best-selling author Todd Rose reveals how most Americans share common aspirations for the country.
Todd Rose
Stand Together
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The Well
How apologies save relationships
Dr. Amrisha Vaish explains the science of remorse, guilt, and an effective apology.
Amrisha Vaish
types of cults
The Big Think Interview
Why the world needs cults
Scientology, QAnon, and Heaven’s Gate: why do we seek healing from cults?
Jamie Wheal
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