Legendary Actor John Cleese on Creativity & How Random Chance Got Us to Where We Are

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Why So Many People Have Allergies & Why You Keep Doing Things You Shouldn’t

Sometimes a great idea doesn’t come from thinking harder — but from shifting your body. Research suggests that posture can influence how creatively and flexibly you think, meaning the position you’re in during a brainstorming session could actually affect whether you have that “E ...  Show more

The Power of Noticing What Matters & Mastering Meaningful Conversation-SYSK Choice

Fresh flowers brighten any room — but they fade fast. You’ve probably heard all kinds of tricks to keep them alive longer: flower food packets, aspirin, sugar, even pennies in the vase. But there is one surprisingly simple additive that appears to work better than most, and it’s ...  Show more

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