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The weird way beauty affects behavior
Plus, the hidden cost of a video call
Dec 19, 2025
Why it feels like we’re short on time
Plus, income inequality and mental health
Dec 12, 2025
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Dec 9, 2025
What to do when you have too many goals
Plus, a hack for reaching those goals
Dec 5, 2025

November 2025

Is meditation always good for you?
Plus, a quiet paradox
Nov 21, 2025
Ah, to be young again
Plus, when the vibes are good but fleeting
Nov 13, 2025
It pays to be an optimist
Plus, does your brain dance?
Nov 6, 2025

October 2025

Why do kids like spooky things?
Plus, the curious phenomenon of “Nobelitis”
Oct 30, 2025
How friendships are born
Plus, why those friendships matter
Oct 23, 2025
What makes a good conversation?
Plus, the sound of complaints
Oct 16, 2025
The relationship between music and memory
Plus, more good news about music
Oct 9, 2025
Why Mondays are the absolute worst
Plus, the journey of an adorable animal meme
Oct 3, 2025
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