The Christian Right: Learning Politics at Church

The Christian Right: Learning Politics at Church

What is the Christian right? How do the church and church culture factor into conservative political beliefs? The Christian right is a particular element of conservatism where political messages come from the church. Often, poorer conservatives hear political messages and beliefs directly from religious leaders. Arlie Hochschild refers to this as “being churched.” Read more about the Christian right, and how the church factors into American conservative politics.

Emotional Responsibility: Own Your Side of the Fence

Emotional Responsibility: Own Your Side of the Fence

What is emotional responsibility? How can taking responsibility for your feelings help you understand what is driving them? When negative emotions take over, we often place the blame on people or circumstances. But in reality, people or events are never the true cause of our emotions—these are just stimuli. Understanding this is the first to step to assuming emotional responsibility. Read more to learn about emotional responsibility and how it can benefit both yourself and others.

Scientific Bias: An Inevitable Part of Science

Scientific Bias: An Inevitable Part of Science

Is scientific bias inevitable? How do scientific biases affect scientists’ data collection and interpretation? Science is not possible without some degree of scientific bias. Scientists are humans and will inevitably bring their own biases and experiences to whatever they study, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Keep reading to learn about scientific bias and why it is an indispensable aspect of doing science.

NVC Feelings and Needs: The Art of Nonviolent Living

Harnessing the Force of Love to Change Your Life

What are NVC feelings and needs? How can you identify the needs that underlie your own and other people’s feelings? NVC feelings and needs are central to Marshall Rosenberg’s approach to non-violent living. In NVC, feelings and needs are tied together to express the idea that all negative feelings derive from unmet needs. Read about NVC feelings and needs and why it’s important to express them in unison.

14 Qualities of Introverts Identified by Psychologists

14 Qualities of Introverts Identified by Psychologists

What qualities of introverts have psychologists identified? Are these characteristics generally agreed upon or are there some disagreements? There is no universally accepted definition of introversion based on objective criteria. The qualities of introverts focus on how these individuals react to external events and where they draw their energy from. Keep reading for more about the qualities of introverts and how to identify introverted personalities.

Understanding Implicit Racism and Its Consequences

Understanding Implicit Racism and Its Consequences

What is implicit racism? What role does it play in propagating of the white supremacist ideology? Implicit racism is a term that refers to racist beliefs, attitudes, and stereotypes that people harbor without conscious knowledge. Implicit racism differs from overt racism in that the associated behaviors are invisible and often unintentional. Keep reading to understand implicit racism and its consequences.

NVC Requests: Ask and You Shall Receive

NVC Requests: Ask and You Shall Receive

What are NVC requests? How can NVC help you make sure that the other person understands the intentions and needs behind your request? People often request what they need from others in indirect ways. However, this approach is unlikely to result in our needs being met. In NVC, requests are expressed in a specific, action-oriented way as opposed to vague and indirect statements. Read more about NVC requests and how to use them.

Quiet: How to Be an Introvert Sometimes

The Dangers of Feeling Disconnected From Nature

Are you an extrovert trying to be more introverted? What does Quiet say about how to be an introvert? In Quiet, how to be an introvert comes down to the situations you’re in. It may not always make sense to be outgoing and forceful because introverted leaders perform better in some situations. Keep reading for more about Quiet, how to be an introvert, and why you might need to temporarily change your temperament.