Forget the “fresh start.” Discover Mierle Laderman Ukeles and the radical power of “Maintenance Art.” We explore why keeping things going is the most essential work of all.

Psychology says you are wrong about your future. Discover the “End of History Illusion” and why we believe our current self is the final version, plus how to embrace your future evolution.

Empathy isn’t just about being nice; it’s an evolutionary survival mechanism we are losing. Discover why the “Empathy Deficit” is hurting us and how to reclaim this superpower.

Stop blaming your willpower. Discover why biology makes January the worst time for resolutions and how a “Soft Start” can save your year.

Tired of failed weight-loss resolutions? This New Year, try a “Character Resolution.” Learn how to become a “Luminary”—a source of light, warmth, and stability in your workplace and home.

From the fireballs of Scotland to the candles of Scandinavia, join us on a global tour of light traditions. Discover the meaning behind St. Lucia, Diwali, Kwanzaa, and Hogmanay, and why we all crave light in the dark.

Cold nights mean clear skies. Discover the science and philosophy of winter stargazing, from the “time travel” of looking at stars to the psychology of awe. Connect with the cosmos this season.

Carrying a grudge is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to suffer. As the New Year approaches, learn why “unilateral forgiveness” is the ultimate act of self-care and how to let go of the heavy baggage from the past year.

Why do we love reading about freezing characters? From Dickens to Narnia, we explore how literature uses winter as a powerful symbol of isolation, clarity, and the necessity of warmth.

From orchids lying to bees to chimps trading meat for votes, we explore the biological roots of corruption. Is bribery a human flaw or an evolutionary survival strategy?