No One’s Perfect: How to Advocate for Climate Conservation Anyway
The advice to “conserve energy” can backfire. What’s a better way to communicate about climate change?
Psychology
Could the #MeToo Movement Inadvertently Lead to More Sexual Harassment?
Will highlighting the large number of women who have been sexually harassed—and therefore the many men who have harassed women—lead men to believe that harassing behavior is widespread and therefore acceptable?
The Real Reason You Shouldn’t Text While Driving
Everyone knows that texting and driving is a terrible idea, but few understand why.
The Happiness Boomerang Effect: When Positive Activities Backfire
Why do seemingly positive activities have negative consequences?
Should You Broadcast Your Charitable Side?
Are people viewed as more virtuous when they publicize their good deeds to others?
How and Why Positive Activities Can Make You Happier
Most people want to be happy. It is a desire that transcends age, culture, geographical location, political belief, religion, and life experience.