The Vocabulary of the Mind: Are You a Truly Critical Thinker?
Sharpen your thinking! This interactive quiz teaches you key vocabulary like ‘heuristic,’ ‘plausible,’ and ‘fallible’ to help you reason better and argue smarter.
The Hidden Biases That Shape Your Health Decisions
Discover how cognitive biases like the Availability Heuristic and Confirmation Bias secretly influence your health and wellness choices. Learn why we fall for fads, misjudge risks, and how to navigate the complex psychology between doctors and patients for better health outcomes.
4 Financial Biases That Are Silently Costing You Money
Discover how cognitive biases like the Sunk Cost Fallacy, Anchoring, and Survivorship Bias are sabotaging your financial decisions. Learn practical strategies to overcome these mental traps, improve your investing, and protect your wealth from your own brain.
Abraham Wald and the Case of the Missing Bullet Holes | Reading Comprehension Practice
A fascinating historical narrative for ESL reading practice. Learn about survivorship bias through the story of Abraham Wald and his brilliant work on WWII bombers. Includes a full passage, quiz, and vocabulary for exam success.
My Worst Purchase Ever: A Story of Sunk Cost Fallacy | Listening Comprehension Practice
Improve your listening for exams like SAT and TOEFL with this humorous monologue about a terrible purchase. Learn about cognitive biases like the Anchoring Bias and Sunk Cost Fallacy through a relatable story. Includes a script, quiz, and vocabulary list.
Unravel Your Inner Code: A Quiz on DNA and Genetics
Ever wondered what makes you, you? Take our engaging quiz on DNA and genetics to unlock the secrets of the blueprint of life. Learn complex topics in a fun, interactive way!
Do You Speak Quantitative Research? Test Your Academic Vocabulary
Elevate your academic writing and critical reading skills with our interactive quiz on the essential vocabulary of quantitative research. Learn in context and master the language of data and analysis.
Benford’s Law: The Bizarre Mathematical Trick That Exposes Fraud
Did you know the number 1 is the most common first digit in real-world data? Explore Benford’s Law, the counterintuitive mathematical secret that explains this pattern and helps forensic accountants catch fraud.
Understanding Cognitive Biases 1 | The Biases of Decision-Making & Judgment
Do you ever feel like you’re on autopilot when you make choices? Have you ever bought something and later wondered why? This week, we begin our journey into the hidden world of cognitive biases, exploring the invisible scripts that guide your decisions every day. We’ll find out why the first price you see is so powerful, why we stick with bad decisions, and how focusing only on success stories can lead us astray. Are your choices really your own? Let’s find out.
You Are Not a Puzzle to Be Solved: The Messy, Beautiful Journey to Your True Self
Stop searching for your “true self” as if it’s a lost object. This inspiring column reframes self-discovery not as a hunt, but as an act of creation, empowering you to embrace your journey, follow your joy, and build a life that is authentically yours.
