pain

Doing it the Hard Way

Learning to play a musical instrument is hard. So is trying to run a marathon, writing a term paper, and caring for a sick child. These things involve frustration, pain, and disappointment — yet we do them anyway. This week, in part two of our look at the allure of suffering, psychologist Michael Inzlicht explains what we […]

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Ouch! That Feels Great

We generally think of pain as something to be avoided. But psychologist Paul Bloom says that as much as we’re wired to avoid suffering, we also seek it out. This week, we begin a two-part mini series about the curious pleasure we take in certain forms of pain.

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Doing it the Hard Way

Coming Clean

Last week, we talked with Leslie John about the costs of keeping secrets. Today, she returns with a look at the power of self-disclosure.

Keeping Secrets

We all carry secrets. But doing so can be costly: hiding takes mental work and can harm our health and relationships.

You 2.0: Trusting Your Doubt

This week we look at the hidden power of doubt — not as weakness or indecision, but as a tool that helps us make better choices and navigate an uncertain world.

You 2.0: The Practice of Patience

Patience can sometimes feel like a lost art, particularly in a culture that prizes competition and the idea of “failing fast.” But psychologist Sarah Schnitker says patience is a vital skill for success in both our personal and professional lives. We talk with Sarah about the difference between patience and passivity, and ...

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