Is there any upside to negative emotions? What can comedians teach us about dealing with pain? And why did Angela... more

Where is the line between a good guy and a doormat? Do people with sharp elbows make more money? And... more

What’s the difference between being introverted and being shy? What are extroverts so cheerful about? And does Angela’s social battery... more

Is it really that important to make your bed? What’s the benefit of hiring a lazy person? And how many... more

What do the most creative people have in common? How open-minded are you, really? And what’s wrong with ordering... more

Are you the same person you were a decade ago? Do we get better as we age? And is your... more

Is it dangerous to live in the past? Why is Disney remaking all of its classic movies? And why does... more

Does instinct trump expertise? Can playing poker improve your intuition? And why did Angela jump off of a moving trolley... more

Is grade inflation on the rise? How much does your G.P.A. matter in the long run? And when did M.I.T.,... more

How can you summon courage when you’re terrified? Is hiking more dangerous than skiing? And what is the stupidest thing... more

Would you be more adventurous if you had more structure? Do you multitask while brushing your teeth? And what would... more

What’s the best way to carry out random acts of kindness? What’s wrong with making an “Irish exit”? And why... more

How can you strive for excellence without overworking yourself? Why is perfectionism on the rise? And is Angela part of... more

Does anyone have any real agency? What do McDonald’s and Oxford University have in common? And why did Angela give... more

Should you shout your sins from the rooftops? How many skeletons are in the average person’s closet? And what has... more

Do you really deserve the credit for your accomplishments? Should college admissions be determined by lottery? And how did Mike’s... more

Where does sentimental value come from? Why did Angela throw out her childhood journals? And would Mike wear Hitler’s sweater?

Is there any scientific basis for the law of attraction? Are people who believe in “cosmic collaboration” more successful? And... more

Are modern parents too protective? Why do we worry so much about things that almost never happen? And how did... more

What matters more: meeting our own ambitions, or winning fame and glory? What’s it like to earn a gold medal... more

Why do we mirror other people’s accents? Does DJ Khaled get tired of winning? And also: life is good —... more

Why do we get overwhelmed when we have too many choices? Should we make our own decisions or copy other... more

Why does your horoscope seem so accurate? Is it possible to believe and not believe in something at the same... more

Are gifted and talented programs discriminatory? Why do so many adults still remember their SAT scores? And how did Angela... more

What happens when three psychologists walk into a magic show? What’s Angela’s problem with the word “talent”? And why... more

How do friendships change as we get older? Should you join a bowling league? And also: how does a cook... more

Can long-term relationships do more harm than good? Where is the line between intimacy and codependence? And should we all... more

Why do we use “literally” figuratively? Does conveying an "emotional truth" justify making things up? And are Angela’s kids really... more

How can you be lonely when so many people showed up at your birthday party? Can you fight loneliness by... more

Do you suffer from the sin of certainty? How did Angela react when a grad student challenged her research? And... more

Should you become an artist or an accountant? Did Sylvia Plath have to be depressed to write "The Bell Jar?"... more

Is it better to be an egocentric navigator or an allocentric navigator? Was the New York City Department of Education... more

What’s the difference between being busy and being productive? Would you be better at your job if you cared a... more

Do you get grittier as you age? What's worse for mental health: video games or social media? And do baby... more

Does anyone really know what they’re doing? How do we reward the competent and not the confident? And what’s wrong... more

How much control do you really have over your body? Could understanding genetics help combat fat-shaming? And why is Mike’s... more

How do you practice self-care if you don’t have time for a break? Is it weird to talk to yourself?... more

How final is a final offer, really? Does anonymity turn nice people into jerks? And should you tell your crush... more

Why would a successful person feel the need to stick it to the little guy? Is Angela a name-dropper? And... more

How do you deal with a close talker? Is Angela drinking too much water? And why can’t Mike keep his... more