The Science of Spiritual Narcissism
Self-enhancement through spiritual practices can fool some of us into thinking we’re evolving and growing when all we’re growing is our ego
Self-enhancement through spiritual practices can fool some of us into thinking we’re evolving and growing when all we’re growing is our ego
It’s a neurotransmitter thing
It involves complex mental engagement; a wide range of deep, intense emotions; and diverse, novel and interesting experiences
Focusing on grievances can be debilitating; social science points to a better way
By refocusing on the positive potential that already lies within, you will restore a greater sense of hope than you ever thought possible
Here’s a chat with Baars about his latest thinking on the scientific study of consciousness
New research highlights the profound effect of severe social isolation on the brain
She believed in the great potential for growth and development
The best way to have a good death is to live a good life
Resilience and strength can often be attained through unexpected routes
As psychologist Abraham Maslow wrote, “Perhaps human nature has been sold short”
As Abraham Maslow wrote, “One can choose to go back toward safety or forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again; fear must be overcome again and again”
We discuss blending philosophy and neuroscience in unraveling the mysteries of free will
Style, not substance, drives negative impressions of the social life of people on the autism spectrum
People attribute the lack of women in STEM fields to external factors but attribute the lack of men in helping professions to internal ones
A seminal psychologist who explored the positive, creative and productive aspects of daydreaming has passed away at the age of 95
New approaches are shedding light on the magnitude of sex differences in personality, and the results are so strong and pervasive that they can no longer be ignored
New research suggests that those who display the most concern for others are also the most socially polarized
New research suggests that moral grandstanding may be a major source of conflict in the world today
New research investigates continuity and change in narcissism from young adulthood to midlife
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