In many ways, being yourself is dispelling stereotypes. — Franchesca Ramsey In thinking about one of the greatest barriers to societal flourishing, there is one psychological bias that stands out above the others: stereotypes. Whether those are racial, religious, gendered, or political, the use and endorsement of stereotypes greatly impairs humans’ ability to get along….
Do not judge. Assess. — Naide P. Obiang Last weekend, I attended the marriage ceremony of a current NFL player. And let me say, it was as cool and as beautiful as you would suspect. However, because I didn’t know him (nor his amazing wife) personally—I was the official ‘plus one’—I was in full social psychologist…
We are all here on earth to help others; what on earth the others are here for I don’t know. — W.H. Auden In the 5th grade, a nameless young girl saved my life. Well, she saved me $0.75, which is kind of like saving one’s life at that age. At a garage sale, I…
Opinion is ultimately determined by the feelings and not by the intellect. — Herbert Spencer At one in the morning last night, I saw a young man in a brown polo and khaki slacks running down the street singing Disney tunes. I know, right? Who wears a brown polo with khakis? Well, apparently I do. And so…