personal growth

When should you censor yourself, and when should you speak up? Emily Chamlee-Wright explains moral philosopher Adam Smith’s ‘impartial spectator’.

Setting goals might be easy, but sticking to them? That’s when it gets tough.

The quality and duration of your nightly ritual helps define who you are.

A new study discovered that lack of purpose leads to earlier death.

The Pew Research Group conducted a survey on the most important life skills to several thousand Americans. Here’s what they said.

Turns out a little obsession is a good thing.

Don’t wait for happiness — start there instead.

Depression is quicksand, says comedian Pete Holmes. Try this method to help you cope and live with depression.

Cook’s commencement speech at Tulane University urges students to take action.

Step inside the unlikely friendship of a former ACLU president and an ultra-conservative Supreme Court Justice.

When are you most optimistic? A study found how optimism varies throughout life.

Comedian Pete Holmes details his struggle with faith, sex, and God.

Even drawing stick figures has its benefits.

In 1654, Blaise Pascal wrote: “All of humanity’s problems stem from man’s inability to sit quietly in a room alone.” That’s more true today than ever.

Keith Whittington, Professor of Politics at Princeton University, breaks down three key free speech arguments by John Stuart Mill.

It all depends on what type of creativity we’re discussing.

These three things can help you make smarter and faster decisions.

There’s few domains in life that aren’t improved by learning how to cook.

Dementia, disrespect, and loneliness – that is not your future, says aging expert Ashton Applewhite.

Why the origin of the universe teaches us humility.

Should all speech be free? How much intolerance should society tolerate?

Some basic areas we could all use some improvement in.

If you’re lacking confidence and feel like you could benefit from an ego boost, try writing your life story.

The Indian philosopher had a lot to say.

At Big Think, we capture the thoughts of the world’s most brilliant thinkers.

Researchers find that toddlers verbalize and interact more with their parents when reading sessions feature print books, not tablets.