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Changing Our Mental Maps

Our brains navigate the world by coming up with mental maps. These maps act like an autopilot system. But sometimes, they can lead us astray.

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What Art Does For Your Brain

Think about the last time a piece of music stopped you in your tracks, or a novel kept you up late at night. Why do these experiences feel so powerful?

When we look at the people we love, how clearly do we really see them? This week, how our fears, desires, and insecurities can shape our perceptions of our partners — sometimes creating the very reality we expect.

How Feelings Make Us Smarter

Some people are remarkably good at reading the emotional temperature of a situation. What's their secret?

Making the Most of Your Mistakes

When we're learning, or trying new things, mistakes are inevitable. Some of these mistakes provide us with valuable information, while others are just harmful. This week, we kick off the new year with researcher Amy Edmondson, who explains the difference between constructive failures and those we should try to avoid.

You Are Not Ordinary

Stories about unlikely heroes have captivated people for thousands of years. This week, why the "hero's journey" resonates so deeply, and how the stories we tell about our own lives can shape our sense of purpose.

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