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Elizabeth Whitworth

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Elizabeth has a lifelong love of books. She devours nonfiction, especially in the areas of history, theology, and philosophy. A switch to audiobooks has kindled her enjoyment of well-narrated fiction, particularly Victorian and early 20th-century works. She appreciates idea-driven books—and a classic murder mystery now and then. Elizabeth has a Substack and is writing a book about what the Bible says about death and hell.

Expertise

History, Theology, Government

Awards

Contributions to joint task force efforts (FBI), Contributions to Special Operations Division (DOJ & DEA), Efforts to fight the war on drugs (NSA), Contributions to Operation Storm Front (US Customs Service)
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A drawing of an octopus highlighting clarity, ownership, and curiosity illustrates what an Octopus Organization is

What Is an Octopus Organization? A New Alternative to a “Tin Man”

An Octopus Organization lets those closest to the work act without waiting for central direction. See how an octopus is better than a Tin Man.

June 5, 2026June 5, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Business
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    • Leadership & Management
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Dick Van Dyke laughing on stage at 2017 Comic-Con illustrates how to stay young at heart

How to Stay Young at Heart: 3 Tips From Youthful Dick Van Dyke

At 100 years old, actor and comedian Dick Van Dyke stays young at heart. Here’s his refreshing advice for maintaining a youthful spirit.

June 1, 2026June 2, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Mental & Emotional Health
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Tops of buildings on the campus of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Education: Learning to Persevere

In her memoir Lovely One, Ketanji Brown Jackson traces the academic journey that shaped her into a legal pioneer. Learn about her education.

June 1, 2026June 2, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • People
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Two male American hostages (one in a USMC uniform) with their hands on their head during the Iran hostage crisis

What Was the Iran Hostage Crisis? What Happened & Why

It scarred a president’s legacy and shaped US-Iranian relations to this day. Learn what the Iran hostage crisis was and why it matters.

May 26, 2026May 26, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • History
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Organizational silos for marketing, engineering, and finance with connections between them illustrate how to break down silos

How to Break Down Organizational Silos: 4 Proven Strategies

Organizational silos are a costly barrier to success. Learn how to break them down with strategies from Lencioni, Edmondson, and Denning.

May 25, 2026May 26, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Professional Life
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A smiling woman with curly hair looking and pointing upward illustrates how to stop feeling sorry for yourself

How to Stop Feeling Sorry for Yourself: 8 Ways to End the Pity Party

There’s a difference between acknowledging pain and letting it take over. Get expert advice on how to stop feeling sorry for yourself.

May 24, 2026May 26, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Mental & Emotional Health
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Five isolated grain silos standing apart from each other against a night sky illustrates what silos in business are like

What Are Silos in Business? Explanation, Causes, & Examples

Learn what business silos are, why they form, and how they quietly damage organizational communication and culture—with real-world examples.

May 23, 2026May 26, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Professional Life
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A painting of cyclists in a road race with spectators watching illustrates the concept of social facilitation in psychology

Social Facilitation in Psychology: Explanation + Examples

In psychology, social facilitation is the phenomenon that we often perform better when others are watching. Learn how and when it works.

May 20, 2026May 20, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Psychology
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A split screen image with a really happy person and a content person, illustrating hedonic and eudaimonic happiness

Hedonic and Eudaimonic Happiness: Definitions & Differences

Not all happiness is created equal. Discover the difference between hedonic and eudaimonic happiness and why it’s so significant.

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Philosophy & Ethics
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    • Psychology
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A man with a dissatisfied look on his face surrounded by a luxury car and a mansion illustrates hedonic adaptation

What Is Hedonic Adaptation? Meaning, Causes, & Effects

Hedonic adaptation is the human tendency to normalize to a consistent baseline of happiness regardless of external circumstances. Learn more.

May 15, 2026May 18, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
  • Psychology
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