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Philosophy
Examine life’s biggest questions, from ethics to existence, with curiosity and critical thinking.
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"Rationalism is the idea that, in order to truly know something, you have to be able to describe it explicitly."
Many collaborations have used JWST to take deep-field images: some wider and some deeper than others. Here's how it can surpass them all.
A century ago, quantum physics overthrew our view of a deterministic Universe. A profound 21st century theorem closes the door even further.
In this excerpt from Flourish, Daniel Coyle shares how stillness, presence, and attention help people build meaningful connections.
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“Our conscious awareness is everything. And the fact that it's still so mysterious to scientists and to all of humanity, the fact that it's still one of the great unsolved mysteries makes it something that everyone can be excited about and that inspires awe in everyone.”
Why we should balance innovation with stewardship — while reframing the “techno-optimists versus doomers” polarization.
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"The thing that the nihilist recognizes is that the values he or she holds are not grounded in anything other than their own preferences."
Timeless guidance on communication, time management, creativity, and more from some of today’s most influential thinkers.
The Stoic philosopher argued that most of life is outside our control — but the little we do control defines who we are.
Too many rich and prominent people turn out to be egotistical jerks: Brad Stulberg argues for a more grounded path towards excellence.
Our view of the world, the Universe, and ourselves can change with just one glimpse of what's out there. It's happened many times before.
Disconnection is not a personal failure, but a systems challenge — and an opportunity for employers to strengthen our social fabric.
Reading isn’t just writing prep; together, reading and writing help writers think and generate original ideas through extended cognition.
Today, nostalgia is somewhat kitsch. Back then, it was something to be feared.
Tara Narula shares how journalist Richard Cohen challenged conventional ideas about illness, identity, and strength while living with MS.