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A Poetic Voice Speaks to Us from Beyond the Grave
"Her work turns again and again to the human story, those elemental facets of life that unite people. The voice in her poems has been described as vatic, divinatory, Delphic, and haunting, evoking a ghost speaking across time ... "
The ‘Zoom Effect’ and the Possible Link Between Video Chatting and Appearance Dissatisfaction
"When used in moderation, videoconferencing and social media are tools to connect us with others, which ultimately is a key piece in satisfaction and well-being. Research shows that reducing social media use by 50% can improve appearance satisfaction in both teens and adults." ...
Humility is the Foundation of a Virtuous Life
"Humility serves as the foundation of our ability to thrive, both as individuals and together in human society." ...
‘Time In A Bottle’: Jim Croce’s Music Continues to Inspire 50 Years after His Life was Cut Short
"Over the years, Croce's songs have been recorded by country artists including Glen Campbell, Crystal Gayle, Clint Black, and Garth Brooks, and by musicians associated with other genres, including Henry Mancini, Shirley Scott, Diana Krall, The Drifters, Babyface and Dale Ann Bradley." ...
Why Managers’ Attempts to Empower their Employees Often Fail
"If business executives truly want to empower their employees, they cannot merely encourage managers to empower their subordinates." ...
Jimmy Buffett: The Beautiful Pessimism at the Heart of His Music
"The question remains, however: Why are people so consistently drawn to Buffett’s special brand of escapism? Or to escapism in general?" ...
Hip-hop at 50: 7 Essential Listens to Celebrate Rap’s Widespread Influence
"What is undeniable is that over the past 50 years, hip-hop has evolved, grown, and influenced nearly every aspect of modern U.S. culture – from dance, theater, and literature to visual arts and fashion." ...
Can You Trust AI?
"Newer generations of AI models, with their more sophisticated and less rote responses, are making it harder to tell who benefits when they speak." ...
Laughter Can Communicate a lot More than Good Humor
"There is no such thing as a fake laugh. All laughter serves genuine social functions, helping you navigate complex social interactions." ...
Combating Antisemitism Today: Holocaust Education in the Era of Twitter and TikTok
"The online ecosystem where today’s antisemitism flourishes is a Wild West of information and misinformation that is largely unmonitored, distributed in an instant, and posted by anyone." ...