Elizabeth Whitworth

Senior SEO Writer

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)

How to Deal With a Crying Baby: When Should You Respond?

Do you feel guilty when you just let your baby cry? Do you feel guilty when you respond every time? Sometimes it seems like you can’t win in parenting, and crying babies are a well-traveled battlefield. It’s hard to know what to do when you feel guilty regardless, and conflicting advice doesn’t help. Mother and psychotherapist Philippa Perry weighs in on the debate with an opinion rooted in attachment theory. Read more for Perry’s advice on how to deal with a crying baby.

How Do Politics Affect the Economy of a Nation? 5 Key Factors

How do politics affect the economy of a nation? What internal and external political factors could be in operation? Of course, geography and culture impact a country’s economy. But, politics also play a significant role. When we examine the global wealth gap, we must consider political factors from inside and outside a nation that contribute to its wealth or poverty. Continue reading to learn how politics make a difference in a nation’s economy.

Secure Attachment Parenting: Give Your Child a Healthy Start

Why do some people find it hard to trust others? How early in life are this ability and its related skills formed? Psychotherapist and mother Philippa Perry argues that an important aspect of developing a strong, lifelong parent-child bond is helping your child form the right attachment style. It’s also the way to equip your child to form healthy relationships with others throughout their life. Keep reading to learn how to practice secure attachment parenting by providing consistent care from the start.

Why Are Some Countries Poor and Others Rich?

Why are some countries poor and others rich? Is it the result of factors and circumstances determined long ago—or of contemporary political and economic decisions? Historians, economists, and others have pondered these questions for centuries. We’ll outline the four causes of the global wealth gap that several of these analysts propose: geographical differences, cultural differences, political differences, and exploitation. Read more to learn why some countries have more wealth than others.

How Emotion-Coaching Parents Help Kids Develop Their EQ

What’s your child’s emotional intelligence (EQ)? What’s your role in helping them develop their emotional skills? As a parent, it’s your privilege and responsibility to teach your child how to understand, regulate, and express their emotions in a healthy way. If you’d like to join the ranks of effective emotion-coaching parents, Philippa Perry offers practical advice in her book The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read. Continue reading to learn how to foster your child’s emotional development by coaching them in acknowledging and naming their feelings.

The Singularity Is Near by Ray Kurzweil: Book Overview

How fast is technology advancing? What do these changes mean for humanity? The Singularity Is Near by Ray Kurzweil predicts a technological shift so profound that it will change everything about our lives, how society functions, and even what it means to be human. Kurzweil calls this the “technological singularity.” Continue reading for an overview of a book that should have our attention.

Why the Rapid Advancement of Technology Is Exponential

When was the last time you upgraded your phone? How different is it from the previous version? Ray Kurzweil predicts a point in the future when technological progress will be so great that, for all practical purposes, it will appear infinite. We have to use our imagination to picture a world with such dramatic rates of change, but Kurzweil started looking at this in the 1970s. Read more to learn about the exponential nature of the rapid advancement of technology.

Elon Musk’s Early Career: How He Made His First Fortune

What did Elon Musk study in college? Why didn’t he get an advanced degree? How did he become a millionaire? From the start, Elon Musk intuited a path that would align his skills and interests with his later successes in life. He used a solid educational grounding to create not one, but two successful software companies that propelled him to millionaire status. Read more to learn about Elon Musk’s early career.

Should Parents Apologize to Their Kids When They Mess Up?

Should parents apologize when they make mistakes? If so, how? What difference does it make for your children? As a parent, you’re the top role model for your kids. While you’d like to be perfect, you’re not. You might want your kids to think you’re perfect, but that sort of unrealistic perspective harms them more than it helps them. Read more to learn why it’s important for you and your children that you own up to your mistakes and make amends.

Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson: Book Overview & Takeaways

What was Elon Musk’s childhood like? How did he start his career? What’s his management style? Walter Isaacson followed Elon Musk around for two years, gaining intimate access to his thoughts and activities. He interviewed those closest to him, including people now cut off from Musk’s circle. Musk exerted no editorial control, letting Isaacson draw his own conclusions. Continue reading for an overview of Elon Musk by Walter Isaacson.