Why You Might Be Smarter Than You Think
The concept of human intelligence has changed a lot over the past 100 years.
BBC Reel
Topics: Intelligence Scott Barry Kaufman
Self-Actualizing in the 21st Century: A Q&A With Scott Barry Kaufman
In his newest book, psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman updates Abraham Maslow’s famous hierarchy of needs for the twenty-first century.
Behavioral Scientist
Topics: Meaning Purpose Scott Barry Kaufman
Post-Traumatic Growth: Finding Meaning and Creativity in Adversity
Resilience and strength can often be attained through unexpected routes.
Beautiful Minds, Scientific American
Topics: Creativity Meaning Resilience Scott Barry Kaufman
The Neuroscience of Free Will: A Q&A with Robyn Repko Waller
Blending philosophy and neuroscience in unraveling the mysteries of free will.
Topics: Agency Free Will Scott Barry Kaufman
Are You a Moral Grandstander?
New research suggests that moral grandstanding may be a major source of conflict in the world today.
Topics: Morality Scott Barry Kaufman
The Light Triad vs. Dark Triad of Personality
New research contrasts two very different profiles of human nature.
Topics: Scott Barry Kaufman
When Does Intelligence Peak?
Maybe that’s not even the right question.
Topics: Cognitive Development Intelligence Knowledge Purpose Scott Barry Kaufman Wisdom
The Universe, Meaning, Culture, Gratitude, and Human Nature
The Psychology Podcast recap for November 2018.
Topics: Cultural Evolution Gratitude Meaning Scott Barry Kaufman Universe
What Happens When People Are Intentionally More Open to New Experiences?
New research investigates the effects of engaging in behaviors associated with openness to new experiences.
Topics: Creativity Curiosity Emotion Scott Barry Kaufman
What Does It Mean to Be Self-Actualized in the 21st Century?
New research links self-actualization to optimal creativity, well-being, and self-transcendence.
Can You Quantify Awe?
Researchers attempt to capture the full richness of the awe experience.
Topics: Awe Emotion Scott Barry Kaufman Spirituality
What Would Happen If Everyone Truly Believed Everything Is One?
New research suggests a belief in oneness has broad implications for psychological functioning and compassion for those outside of our immediate circle.
Topics: Compassion Scott Barry Kaufman Spirituality
The Role of Luck in Life Success Is Far Greater Than We Realized
Are the most successful people in society just the luckiest people?
Topics: Creativity Luck Scott Barry Kaufman Social Inequality Success Wealth
Deep Listening
A small group of scientists, scholars, writers, and religious leaders gathered to discuss the psychology of religion and spirituality.
Observations, Scientific American
Topics: Imagination Science & Religion Dialogue Scott Barry Kaufman Spirituality
Toward an Imagination Science
Is imagination a fixed ability, or can it be enhanced through targeted intervention?
Topics: Imagination Scott Barry Kaufman
What Can Musicians Teach Us About Imagination?
Insights about imagination from a discussion with classical musicians.
Topics: Creativity Imagination Scott Barry Kaufman
Schools Are Missing What Matters About Learning
Curiosity is underemphasized in the classroom, but research shows that it is one of the strongest markers of academic success.
The Atlantic
Topics: Curiosity Education Intelligence Scott Barry Kaufman
The Comedy Imagination Retreat Examines Human Creativity Through a Comedic Lens
The event brought scholars and comedians together to take a look at what’s funny and why.
Big Think
Can Narcissism Fuel Grit?
The combination of narcissistic grandiosity and vulnerability can fuel persistence.
Topics: Grit Narcissism Scott Barry Kaufman
What Makes a Genius?
Some minds are so exceptional they change the world. We don’t know exactly why these people soar above the rest of us, but science offers us clues.
National Geographic
Topics: Andrew Newberg Angela Duckworth Creativity Genius Grit Intelligence Rex Jung Scott Barry Kaufman
What Can Futurists Teach Us About Imagination?
Insights about imagination from a discussion with futurists.
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