Research psychologist Angela Duckworth (author of "Grit") and tech and sports executive Mike Maughan
How can you summon courage when you’re terrified? Is hiking more dangerous than skiing? And what is
Would you be more adventurous if you had more structure? Do you multitask while brushing your teeth?
What’s the best way to carry out random acts of kindness? What’s wrong with making an “Irish exit”?
How can you strive for excellence without overworking yourself? Why is perfectionism on the rise? An
Does anyone have any real agency? What do McDonald’s and Oxford University have in common? And why d
Should you shout your sins from the rooftops? How many skeletons are in the average person’s closet?
Do you really deserve the credit for your accomplishments? Should college admissions be determined b
Where does sentimental value come from? Why did Angela throw out her childhood journals? And would M
Is there any scientific basis for the law of attraction? Are people who believe in “cosmic collabora
Are modern parents too protective? Why do we worry so much about things that almost never happen? An
What matters more: meeting our own ambitions, or winning fame and glory? What’s it like to earn a go
Why do we mirror other people’s accents? Does DJ Khaled get tired of winning? And also: life is good
Why do we get overwhelmed when we have too many choices? Should we make our own decisions or copy ot
Why does your horoscope seem so accurate? Is it possible to believe and not believe in something at
Are gifted and talented programs discriminatory? Why do so many adults still remember their SAT scor
What happens when three psychologists walk into a magic show? What’s Angela’s problem with the word
How do friendships change as we get older? Should you join a bowling league? And also: how does a co
Can long-term relationships do more harm than good? Where is the line between intimacy and codepende
Why do we use “literally” figuratively? Does conveying an "emotional truth" justify making things up
How can you be lonely when so many people showed up at your birthday party? Can you fight loneliness
