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Is there a person who always lies to you? How can you mess up a liar’s story? Patrick King says that the best way you can get another person to reveal a lie is to stress their brain. Lying is mentally taxing, and if a liar is forced to devote more mental resources to their lie than they planned, they’re more likely to slip up. Take a look at how to expose a liar for who they really are.
What’s the complementarian view of scripture? Does it represent “soft patriarchy” in Christianity? Professor of history and gender studies Kristin Du Mez writes that, in the early and mid-20th century, evangelical Christians shifted toward a militant view of masculinity. Then, a lack of a US military opponent in the ’90s caused this conception to soften. Continue reading to understand Du Mez’s perspective on “soft patriarchy” within evangelicalism.
Where did the APEC meeting (2023) take place? What national leaders did President Biden meet with? What signal might this send to China? President Biden’s recent meeting with Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador in San Francisco holds significant implications for US-Mexico relations. The meeting coincided with the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit. Continue reading for a summary of this podcast episode from NPR News Now.
What types of challenges has Elon Musk faced in his career? How does he feel about the negative image of him that the public has created? Elon Musk is one of the most famous people in the world for his controversial takes and the tech companies he’s founded. However, he didn’t gain his fame and fortune without a few obstacles. Let’s look at Elon Musk’s challenges in his life and career, as discussed in the Lex Fridman Podcast.
How does your mental health affect your thinking? What kind of friends are particularly good for your health? Psychiatrist Daniel G. Amen takes a holistic approach to brain health. According to Dr. Amen, mental health—including your thought patterns, social connections, and spiritual beliefs and practices—affects your brain’s well-being. Keep reading to take a closer look at how your mental health impacts your brain health.
Are you rushing through life? What’s time affluence? According to Tal Ben-Shahar, being happier requires you to slow down. He introduces the concept of time affluence as a solution. Read more about time affluence’s impact on your lifestyle and overall mood.
What does the Warrior archetype look like? What does it mean to embody the Warrior mindset? The Warrior archetype, as defined by Carl Jung, is a part of the male psyche concerned with carrying out tasks and adopting discipline and courage. While the Warrior can be a healthy expression of masculinity, it can also be negative if unbalanced or immature. Learn what it takes to develop a healthy Warrior mindset.
What makes someone a good mentor? Why shouldn’t you focus on making others happy? How can you build a strong legacy as a leader? John C. Maxwell writes that the hallmark of effective leadership in the modern era is not a leader’s personal achievements. Instead, it’s their ability to inspire others to grow and become leaders in their own right. Continue reading to learn how to develop leaders for a new generation.
Is it possible to control how happy you are? Can you override or offset your genetics? According to Sonja Lyubomirsky, 40% of your happiness is within your control. She identifies the factors that contribute to happiness and explains how to harness the one factor that will yield to your influence. Keep reading to discover how to control happiness with Lyubomirsky’s strategies.
What does body language say about a person? What are the different types of nonverbal cues? There are specific ways a person’s behavior may indicate their inner mind. Patrick King examines how this happens through nonverbal communication, which is what we say using our bodies, not our bodies. Continue reading to learn how to read people’s body language.