Why we love to travel, with Andrew Stevenson,...

Whether it’s grumbling about a boss, the weather, or a spouse’s most annoying habit, we all complain. Robin Kowalski, PhD, of Clemson University, discusses why we complain; the difference between venting and complaining to get results; how to complain in a way that doesn’t wear p ...  Show more

Digital tools now help teach students everything from spelling to math to science -- but flashy features don’t always translate to learning. Nicole Barnes, PhD, executive lead psychologist for education at the American Psychological Association and lead author of a new report on ...  Show more

Does travel really make you happier?  Today, I’m joined by Dr. Andrew Stevenson to unravel the mysteries of travel from an academic and psychological perspective. Dr. Stevenson is a cultural psychologist and senior lecturer in psychology at Manchester Metropolitan University in M ...  Show more

Here's why experiences--like travel--generally boost our happiness more than material objects, like the latest gadget or fancy pair of shoes. 

Why travel--especially when it involves experiences within cultures different from our own--can help us be more creative and flexible in our thinking.