Does Shame Serve a Purpose Anymore?
People who feel shame believe one’s self is inherently wrong. Which might explain why those who most need to feel the emotion never do.
Social Science
Denial Vs. Dread: Why We React to Crises the Way We Do
In the face of the pandemic, the climate crisis, and ongoing social inequity, some people revert to denial while others sink into desperation. Why?
Are We Only Capable of ‘Selective’ Empathy?
We, as humans, can't take on the pain of everyone else. But we can find ways to connect through compassion.
The Brain Science Behind Conspiracy Theories
It might not be a lack of intelligence that leads many to believe wild—and wildly inaccurate—information, but instead our mind's way of protecting us from feelings of isolation and despair.
Are We Destined To Be Lonely?
In an age of increased social isolation online, loneliness may feel more chronic. But solitude isn’t a condition to be treated; it’s a fact of life.