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Ketanji Brown Jackson smiling a day after she was confirmed as Supreme Court justice in April 2022

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Early Life (From Her Memoir Lovely One)

Ketanji Brown Jackson’s early life was marked by strong family values and hard-won lessons. Discover her childhood reflections in Lovely One.

April 23, 2026April 23, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
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Three shadowy men hiding behind an American flag illustrate what accelerationist ideology is about

What Is Accelerationism? An Ideology Shaping Domestic Terror

Accelerationism poses a very different kind of threat than other ideologies do. Learn what accelerationism is and how it spreads so fast.

April 11, 2026April 11, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
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An artistic depiction of President George Washington (head and neck)

How George Washington’s Presidency Shaped a New Nation

George Washington’s presidency reveals a leader who grasped the fragility and gravity of what he was building. Learn more.

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026, by Elizabeth Whitworth
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A man looking back at a reflection of himself as an example of mind-body dualism

How Mind-Body Dualism Affects Health and Free Will

The concept of mind-body dualism has sparked conversations related to free will and health for centuries. Read more about it here.

December 23, 2025December 24, 2025, by Katie Doll
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A stressed out person with a scarcity mindset

What Is a Scarcity Mindset? Pros, Cons, and More

Are you afraid of loss or not having enough of something? That might be the result of a scarcity mindset. Learn more about it here.

December 18, 2025December 24, 2025, by Katie Doll
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Social media like bubbles on art shared online

Is Sharing Your Art With Others a Good Idea? Artist Answers

Is sharing your art with others a good idea? Artist Austin Kleon provides advice for when and how to go about sharing your art.

December 13, 2025December 11, 2025, by Hannah Aster
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A woman speaking up for what's right in a megaphone

How to Speak Up for What’s Right (And Do It Without Fear)

Speaking up for what’s right can be hard, but doing it could improve another person’s life or yourself. Find out how to fearlessly speak up.

December 11, 2025December 15, 2025, by Katie Doll
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    • Philosophy & Ethics
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A person holding a globe in their hands to make the world a better place

How to Make the World a Better Place: 10 Ways to Give Back

One small step can make the biggest difference. Find out how to make the world a better place by yourself or with a community.

December 10, 2025January 22, 2026, by Katie Doll
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A woman in a museum sitting on a chair and looking at paintings

7 Powerful Strategies to Cultivate Creative Inspiration

Where does creative inspiration come from? Here are seven strategies for tapping into your creativity, from the professionals.

December 10, 2025December 11, 2025, by Hannah Aster
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A cup of paint brushes in a table

How to Live a More Creative Life: Practical, Everyday Tips

Do you want to be more creative but struggle to fit it in with your daily life? Here are tips for balancing life and creativity.

December 8, 2025December 11, 2025, by Hannah Aster
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