How My Mother Overcomes the “Mother of All Biases”
My mother has opinions. Lots of them. Strong ones. These beliefs are decreed with the force of gospel to all comers.
Psychology
The Benefits of Admitting When You Don’t Know
We all might be a bit better off by learning to say “I disagree with myself” every now and then.
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?
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?