We use mental models as simplified representations of how things work. We can't store all of the information we encounter in our heads, so mental models are used to break complex ideas into manageable parts.
Active listening is more than just hearing words, it's a powerful tool that can shape your life and career. In a world where distractions are everywhere and quick fixes are touted as the norm, active listening is a refreshing reminder of what's truly important: human connection....
If you've ever made a decision based on what you think is likely to happen because it's the first thing that comes to mind, you may have fallen victim to the availability heuristic. This mental shortcut is like a magician's misdirection, tricking our brains...
Starting is hard. Let's face it, not everyone wakes up with a fire in their belly and a hunger for productivity. Some of us need a little extra push to get going, whether it's a cup of coffee, a quick workout, or a motivational speech. But...
In the scale of the universe, a lot of the things we worry about seem meaningless. The same could be said of our innovations. It is statistically improbable that you will experience any events of magnitude in the scale of the universe during the span of a single human life....
Slavery in the United States was abolished in 1865. Unfortunately, "abolished” doesn’t mean it ended. You may be familiar with the Jim Crow laws that kept the spirit of injustice alive in the South well into the 20th century. But you might be surprised to learn that there...
From a young age, we all naturally gravitate towards art. We scribble, draw, and paint - even if it’s just to make a mess. Art is something children do instinctively. Since humanity’s primal ages we’ve made art . Faces on clay vases. Stick figures on cave walls. It’...
