Dave's Library

Tania Lombrozo looks at research published Monday showing people's factual judgment of how much danger a child is in while a parent is away varies according to the extent of their moral outrage.

“What makes people good communicators is, in essence, an ability not to be fazed by the more problematic or offbeat aspects of their own characters.”

In some jobs, being in touch with emotions is essential. In others, it seems to be a detriment. And like any skill, being able to read people can be used for good or evil.

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Tin foil and orange peels are your best friends.

Recent research suggests that only about half of perceived friendships are mutual.

Before getting to yes, strive for “that’s right.”

David Marquet

The whole point is to focus on the other person.

If you want others to follow, learn to be alone with your thoughts

Loneliness is hell: debilitating yet formative. Can we avoid the pains of loneliness yet enjoy the pleasures of solitude?

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“Swing for the fences...”

To be happy, research suggests, earning a high salary isn’t enough. Once you have met your basic needs, satisfaction comes from developing an expertise.

The term may make you grit your teeth, but “thought leadership” can be more than just another bland marketing strategy.

Inspired by the great baby photographs on Pinterest, these parents decided to repeat some of the more popular shots with their little darlings. Can you tell a difference?

Night flights usually lack beautiful scenery, but as Ecuador Airlines pilot Santiago Borja proves that's not always the case. A couple of weeks back he managed to snap one of the most amazing shots of lightning crossing the thunderstorm clouds over 37,000 feet above the Pacific Ocean just south of Panama.

Bobby McFerrin demonstrates the power of the pentatonic scale, using audience participation, at the event "Notes & Neurons: In Search of the Common Chorus". ...

Without healthy conflict, your team is probably underperforming.

It’s about more than keeping quiet.