Watching horror films is a very popular form of entertainment – for some people. Research on horror films suggests which elements are particularly scary, and reveals the kinds of people who are... Read more »
Not long ago, I spoke with a senior director who admitted something I hear all too often. She said, “I look back at my week, and I can’t figure out how I... Read more »
Sadly, there are signs that racism is increasing across the world. Research from Europe and Australia in recent years has found a rise in the number of people experiencing racism. Reports from... Read more »
I ran my first half marathon when I was twenty-seven. My pace was a little over twelve minutes per mile, and I was among the last finishers, but I didn’t care. I... Read more »
When Shakespeare wrote “To sleep, perchance to dream,” was he thinking wishfully? Remember when you could sleep anywhere, anytime? Your head hit the pillow and you were out until morning. Seems those... Read more »
A very common practice for making nonhuman animals (animals) more appealing or selling various products is to infantilize them by representing them as “cute” big-eyed, round-faced, bobble-headed objects or commodities. In this... Read more »
This year in D.C., when so much has felt existential and out of our control, a clear, actionable way to care for the planet has emerged: kill spotted lanternflies. The ecological case... Read more »
Passive-aggressive tendencies are disruptive, embittering, and capable of producing significant self-doubt and insecurity. Typically, individuals resort to these behaviors to avoid confrontation or hide their own feelings of anger and resentment. When... Read more »
Countless numbers come together to create the richness and depth of my life. Interestingly, as I age, the definition of “old” changes. 71: how many birthdays I have enjoyed; 40: how old... Read more »
“Maybe is the beginning of all journeys.” — Anonymous We’ve often been told we need to be confident, strong, and bold in our decisions—to say “yes” or “no” quickly and decisively. But... Read more »