Happy Twosday! Why numbers like 2/22/22 have been too fascinating for over 2,000 years
Numerology ties in with how our brains work, but that doesn’t mean its claims make sense.
Barry Markovsky, Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Sociology, University of South Carolina
• conversation
Feb. 17, 2022 • ~9 min
Feb. 17, 2022 • ~9 min
Aaron Rodgers dropped the ball on critical thinking – with a little practice you can do better
Critical thinking means seeking out new information – especially facts that might run contrary to what you believe – and being willing to change your mind. And it’s a teachable skill.
Joe Árvai, Dana and David Dornsife Professor of Psychology and Director of the Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences •
conversation
Dec. 1, 2021 • ~11 min
Dec. 1, 2021 • ~11 min
Changing your mind about something as important as vaccination isn't a sign of weakness – being open to new information is the smart way to make choices
People tend to stick with their stated beliefs. But here’s how external forces like vaccine mandates can push people to do something they don’t want to do – and provide some face-saving cover.
Art Markman, Professor of Psychology, The University of Texas at Austin College of Liberal Arts
• conversation
Sept. 23, 2021 • ~8 min
Sept. 23, 2021 • ~8 min
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