New York Times science reporter Matt Richtel talks about creativity and what awakens it, the conditions where it thrives and what happens when it’s blocked.
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Inside a mind with severe ADHD
Rebecca Schiller, a regular contributor to The Guardian, talks about her journey to be seen by specialists for severe ADHD and about learning to navigate her life in a new way.
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Here’s why you’re burned out at work
Jonathan Malesic talks about what we can do about feelings of worthlessness and exhaustion, whether that’s from inside a cubical or via the virtual office.
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Stopping to smell the roses can give your life meaning
Joshua Hicks, a professor of psychological and brain sciences, discusses why appreciating small, significant moments can lead to a sense of purpose.
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There’s no point in seeking closure — and that’s OK
Prof. Pauline Boss discusses the pain from our collective loss of the pandemic, which lacks clarity, and the ongoing struggle to understand the new normal around us.
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When we should shame people — and when we shouldn’t
Cathy O’Neil explains the relationship between shame and power and when cancel culture is beneficial and when it goes too far.
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When was the last time you got a hug?
Michelle Drouin explains why we’re increasingly isolated physically, emotionally and intellectually from one another and how we might reestablish that connection.
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We can all accomplish more — here’s how
Ayelet Fishbach discusses research into why we can’t always find the mental strength to take on a new task, how to clear the distractions that get in the way, and ways to stay on target to reach your goals.
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So, you gained weight during the pandemic — you’re not alone
Emily McCombs discusses her own weight gain over the course of the pandemic and why she says no one is allowed to be “fat in peace.”
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The benefits of being in your feels
Susan Cain discusses bittersweetness – that mix of sorrow and comfort – and why embracing it can lead to creativity and unlock empathy for one another.
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Kids’ mental health struggles didn’t start with Covid
Judith Warner explains the complex issue of child and adolescent mental health, and why the problem has been mounting for years before the pandemic.
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Say less: Your teens listen more than you think
Terri Apter discusses teenagers and their changing emotions, how to better understand their emerging identities, and ways parents can strengthen relationships.
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