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Why ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ almost didn’t air −and Why it Endures
"Fortunately for the “Peanuts” franchise, when the special aired on Dec. 9, 1965, it was an instant success." ...
The 27 Club Isn’t True – But It Is Real
"Is there any truth to this phenomenon, or is it merely a story we tell ourselves and each other about fame and youth?" ...
Manage a Successful Digital Detox: How to Overcome Your Device Dependency
"People are not machines, however, so recognizing your limits and finding ways to reconnect with yourself and others during a detox can significantly enhance your sense of humanity and digital well-being." ...
Your Next Favorite Story Won’t be Written by AI – but it Could Be Someday
"For now, screenwriters and novelists aren’t at risk of losing their jobs. AI can tell stories, but they aren’t quite on par with the best human storytellers." ...
Halloween Times: Some People Love to Scare Themselves in an Already Scary World
"The next time you’re choosing between an upbeat comedy and a creepy thriller for your movie night, pick the dark side – it’s good for your health." ...
Is Coaching a Shortcut to Mental Health Care?
"Life coaching has the potential to be an evidenced-based, short-term practice, but potential clients need to carefully consider whether it is appropriate for them." ...
In The Face of DEI Backlash, Belonging Plays a Key Role In Future Success
"Belonging is not just a buzzword; it’s the bedrock of a thriving, innovative workplace." ...
Collaboratively Imagining the Future Can Bring People Closer Together in the Present
"Just as co-imagination may enhance feelings of connection, it also has the potential to combat loneliness and disconnection." ...
The Mystic and the Mathematician
"Why does it feel like a sin to struggle in math? Why are so many traumatized by their mathematics education? Is learning math worthwhile?" ...
Swift Perspectives: The Dark Side of Social Media
"It is not known whether overall social media use or overuse alone causes some of these outcomes, but research does demonstrate that in many ways there’s a darker side to social media when it comes to consumer well-being – even for celebrities." ...