In Uncertain Times, Get Curious
Asking better questions can act as an antidote to uncertainty—and the anxiety that comes with it.
Commentary
Uncertainty Takes Hold in American Science
Massive disruptions to the scientific system in the U.S. mean the uncertainty scientists face is no longer about the nature of discovery but about the ability to do science at all.
How Do You Become More Conscientious When You’re Not Conscientious Already?
The easiest way to become more conscientious is to already be conscientious—last week’s to-do list makes writing this week’s easier. But if you can’t lean on your past self, considering your future self can help.
We Still Underestimate Others’ Support for Climate Action
People think they’re more alone in supporting climate-positive action than they really are. That’s a problem, because we know people are likely to take action when they believe others are already doing so.
What a 1980s Power Ballad Taught Me About Emotion
It turns out there is plenty of research about how the senses affect our emotions, but very little on how to strategically use our senses to modulate our feelings. And this is where the opportunity lies.
How Zero-Sum Beliefs Get in the Way of Fairness
The more we are stuck in the fixed-pie mentality, the harder it is to spot the opportunities to expand the pie.