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514 episodes mention this concept
ChrisWillxApr 28, 2026The 'Stop Nick Shirley Act': A Threat to Investigative Journalism and Transparency
PsychologyInvestigative journalismFreedom of speechLegislative overreachGovernment transparency- ChrisWillxApr 7, 2026
The Political and Economic Unraveling of California: A Warning on Wealth Taxes and Private Property Rights
EconomicsCalifornia exodusunfunded mandatespublic pension liabilitieswealth tax - ChrisWillxMar 28, 2026
How to Align Goals with Values for Effortless Attainment and Intentional Living
Self-DevelopmentGoal attainmentIntentionalityGraveyard of forgotten goalsProcrastination - ChrisWillxMar 28, 2026
How to Align Goals with Values for Effortless Attainment and Intentional Living
Self-DevelopmentGoal attainmentIntentionalityGraveyard of forgotten goalsProcrastination - ChrisWillxMar 28, 2026
How to Align Goals with Values for Effortless Attainment and Intentional Living
Self-DevelopmentGoal attainmentIntentionalityGraveyard of forgotten goalsProcrastination - ChrisWillxMar 26, 2026
Unreasonable Hospitality: The Path to Becoming the World's #1 Restaurant Owner and Achieving Lasting Success
Self-Development14-year-old self as a gauge of successGold medalist syndromeChildlike wonderEnlightened hospitality 
psychacksMar 23, 2026Protecting Against Gold Diggers: Strategic Wealth Display and Resource Control in Dating for Men of Means
RelationshipsGold diggersStatus hierarchiesAttraction proxiesSeduction
hubermanlabMar 19, 2026Optimizing Goal Achievement: The Science of Vision, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyNarrowed focus of attentionSpotlight visionGoal settingGoal retrieval- hubermanlabMar 19, 2026
Optimizing Goal Achievement: The Science of Vision, Motivation, and Overcoming Obstacles with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyNarrowed focus of attentionSpotlight visionGoal settingGoal retrieval - ChrisWillxMar 11, 2026
The Dynamics of Courtship, Masculinity, and Setting Standards in Modern Relationships
RelationshipsMeta-commentary in communicationProgressive revelationHookup cultureCourtship dynamics - ChrisWillxMar 10, 2026
The Sedative Effects of Pornography on Male Motivation, Relationships, and Mental Health
PsychologySexual gratificationProxy sexual activityBrain network activationSelf-soothing mechanism 
drekbergMar 6, 2026The Top 10 Foods and Toxins That Compromise Your Thyroid Health: Mechanisms, Testing, and Prevention
HealthThyroid peroxidase (TPO)GlyadineHashimoto's thyroiditisAutoimmune disease
HealthyGamerGGMar 1, 2026The Illusion of Discipline: Why Willpower Leads to Stagnation and How Autonomous Motivation Drives True Excellence
PsychologyAnalysis ParalysisAction CrisisWillpowerDiscipline- ChrisWillxMar 1, 2026
The Input-Output Delusion: Why Measuring Outcomes is Key to True Effectiveness
Self-DevelopmentInput-Output DelusionInputs (Productivity)Outputs (Productivity)Outcomes (Productivity) - HealthyGamerGGMar 1, 2026
The Illusion of Discipline: Why Willpower Leads to Stagnation and How Autonomous Motivation Drives True Excellence
PsychologyAnalysis ParalysisAction CrisisWillpowerDiscipline - ChrisWillxFeb 21, 2026
Rethinking Life Design: Wayfinding, Meaning, and the Transition from Role to Soul
Self-DevelopmentLife DesignDesign ThinkingWayfindingNavigation - ChrisWillxFeb 19, 2026
Balancing Ambition and Well-being: Overcoming Insecure Overachievement and the Illusion of Control
Self-DevelopmentInsecure overachieverFlow stateSelf-worthCurse of competence 
Awakening RichardFeb 13, 2026The Geopolitics of Fiat Currency: US Dollar Hegemony and Global Economic Management
GeopoliticsFiat currencyCentral bank governanceReserve currencyMoney supply- Awakening RichardFeb 13, 2026
The Geopolitics of Fiat Currency: US Dollar Hegemony and Global Economic Management
GeopoliticsFiat currencyCentral bank governanceReserve currencyMoney supply 
DocSnipesFeb 11, 2026Enhancing Decision-Making Through Meaning and Purpose: The Rich and Meaningful Life Framework
Self-DevelopmentRich and Meaningful LifeDecision-making enhancementWhole Person CounselingEnergy expenditure- DocSnipesFeb 11, 2026
Introduction to Whole-Person Counseling: 26 Essential Skills for 2026
PsychologyWhole-person counselingInterconnectedness of life aspectsPhysical aspects of well-beingInterpersonal aspects of well-being - HealthyGamerGGFeb 1, 2026
Your Goals Are Designed to Make You Quit: The Science of Sustained Behavioral Change
Self-DevelopmentBehavioral changeNew Year's resolutionsAccountability partnersSelf-efficacy - ChrisWillxJan 31, 2026
Marketing Psychology: Leveraging Behavioral Biases for Brand Perception and Value
PsychologyGoal Dilution EffectPrice RelativityPratfall EffectLabor Illusion 
PredictiveHistoryJan 27, 2026From British Hegemony to America's Global Game: The Evolution of World Power and the Dollar System
GeopoliticsBank of EnglandSoft PowerBritish NavyGold Standard- DocSnipesJan 26, 2026
Oxytocin's Dual Role: Tend and Defend in Immune Function, Pain, Metabolism, and Social Safety
HealthOxytocin (tend and defend hormone)Stress physiologyRelational threatContext-dependent effects - ChrisWillxJan 15, 2026
The Paradox of Achievement: Navigating Post-Success Ambiguity and Internal Growth
Self-DevelopmentWork-life balance (as luxury/privilege)Post-achievement ambiguityDirectional ambiguityInternal vs. External motivation - ChrisWillxJan 10, 2026
Uncovering a Multi-Million Dollar Welfare Fraud Scheme in Minnesota's Childcare and Adult Care Programs
FinanceWelfare fraudGovernment accountabilityChild Care Assistance Program (C-CAP)Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) funding - ChrisWillxJan 10, 2026
Uncovering a Multi-Million Dollar Welfare Fraud Scheme in Minnesota's Childcare and Adult Care Programs
FinanceWelfare fraudGovernment accountabilityChild Care Assistance Program (C-CAP)Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) funding 
barryseconomicsDec 28, 2025Is This Even Capitalism? Reinterpreting Adam Smith's Vision for a Fairer Economy
EconomicsCapitalismInvisible HandWealth of NationsMonopoly- DocSnipesDec 22, 2025
Revealing the Nutrition-Mood Connection in Seniors: Addressing Deficiencies and Optimizing Well-being
HealthNutrient deficienciesInflammationCognitive impairmentFight-or-flight response - PredictiveHistoryDec 18, 2025
The Grand Conspiracy of Pax Judaica: Secret Societies, Eschatology, and the Global Endgame in Jerusalem
GeopoliticsTheory of TruthCorrelation vs. CausationConspiracy TheorySecret Societies - hubermanlabDec 18, 2025
The Neuroscience of Goal Setting & Achievement: Science-Based Tools for Motivation, Focus, and Performance
Self-DevelopmentAmygdalaBasal GangliaGo/No-Go CircuitsLateral Prefrontal Cortex - DocSnipesDec 16, 2025
Hormones and Mental Health: The Interplay of Sex Hormones, Neurotransmitters, and Lifestyle for Optimal Well-being
HealthGonadal hormonesNeurotransmittersGoldilocks principle (hormone levels)Normal vs. Optimal hormone levels - DocSnipesDec 16, 2025
Hormones and Mental Health: The Interplay of Sex Hormones, Neurotransmitters, and Lifestyle for Optimal Well-being
HealthGonadal hormonesNeurotransmittersGoldilocks principle (hormone levels)Normal vs. Optimal hormone levels 
lexfridmanDec 12, 2025Deciphering Ancient Writing: The Origins, Evolution, and Controversial Interpretations of Cuneiform and Sumerian Language
HistoryCuneiform scriptPictographic writingSyllabic writingLexicography- hubermanlabDec 4, 2025
The Neurobiology of Habit Formation, Breaking, and Optimization: Leveraging Brain States for Lasting Change
NeuroscienceHabit formationHabit breakingNeuroplasticityImmediate goal-based habits - HealthyGamerGGNov 30, 2025
Why You're The Least Valuable Friend: Strategies for Social Centrality and Self-Respect
RelationshipsGoober syndromeClinging behaviorsClimbing behaviorsEigenvector Centrality - lexfridmanNov 30, 2025
Michael Levin on the Spectrum of Persuadability, Embodied Minds, and Unconventional Intelligence
ScienceEmbodied mindsSpectrum of persuadabilityCognitive light coneMutual vulnerable knowing - PredictiveHistoryNov 27, 2025
The Divine Spark of Jesus: Reinterpreting His True Teachings and the Roman Invention of Christianity
HistoryDivine SparkApocalyptic PreacherCrucifixionSecond Coming - DocSnipesOct 29, 2025
Helping Clients Reset Their Nervous System & Age Gracefully: Addressing Age-Related Sympathetic Dominance and Inflammation
HealthSympathetic dominanceParasympathetic nervous systemAutonomic nervous systemChronic stress - hubermanlabOct 16, 2025
The Brain's Perception of Reality: Vision, Balance, Circadian Rhythms, and Action Control
NeuroscienceGanglion cellsPhotoreceptorsElectromagnetic radiationWavelengths - DocSnipesOct 9, 2025
Nurturing Confidence, Self-Esteem, and Cognitive Development in Elementary-Aged Children
PsychologyElementary years developmental tasksIntuitive thought substage (Piaget)Concrete operational stage (Piaget)All-or-nothing thinking 
EconomicsExplainedSep 28, 2025The Looming Threat of Stagflation: Misleading Data, Policy Misalignment, and Global Consequences
EconomicsStagflationInflationUnemploymentEconomic growth- EconomicsExplainedSep 28, 2025
The Looming Threat of Stagflation: Misleading Data, Policy Misalignment, and Global Consequences
EconomicsStagflationInflationUnemploymentEconomic growth - psychacksSep 8, 2025
Why Women Get Ghosted: The Covert Calculus of Sexual Opportunity and Relationship Value
RelationshipsGhostingSexual opportunityGood times to hassle ratioRelationship phases (attraction, negotiation, maintenance) - psychacksSep 1, 2025
Rethinking One-Night Stands: The Single Pathway to Long-Term Relationships in Modern Dating
PsychologyOne-night standsLong-term committed relationshipsShort-term sexual relationshipsRelationship pathways (single vs. dual) - hubermanlabSep 1, 2025
Alex Honnold: Mastering Massive Goals Through Incremental Training and Mindset
Self-DevelopmentFree solo climbingIntrinsic motivationExtrinsic motivationGoal setting strategies - psychacksAug 29, 2025
The Self-Sabotage of Impatience: Why Rushing Life Goals Leads to Failure in Relationships and Beyond
PsychologyZeitgeistSexual marketplaceLimerence periodCrisis of disillusionment - PredictiveHistoryAug 29, 2025
The Decline of Western Society: Gerontocracy, Mass Immigration, and Systemic Collapse
GeopoliticsGerontocracyNeoliberalismTechnofeudalismPopulation Replacement Theory - DocSnipesAug 27, 2025
Monitoring Progress and Overcoming Barriers to Achieve Goals: A SMARTT Approach
Self-DevelopmentSMARTT goalsFrequency, Intensity, Duration (FID)Behavior modificationBehavior strain - EconomicsExplainedAug 4, 2025
Is the US Central Bank Losing Its Independence? Debt, Inequality, and Political Pressure
EconomicsCentral Bank IndependenceFloating Fiat CurrenciesEconomic RecklessnessLender of Last Resort - PredictiveHistoryAug 1, 2025
When Eschatologies Converge: Geopolitical Predictions for the Next 10-20 Years
GeopoliticsEschatologyGeopoliticsHybrid WarfareInformational Warfare - DocSnipesJul 24, 2025
Developing Secure Attachment using Good Orderly Direction (G.O.D.)
PsychologySecure AttachmentExcessive Abandonment and Rejection FearsHypervigilanceCARES Mnemonic (Consistent, Attention, Responsiveness, Encouragement, Safety) - Awakening RichardJul 18, 2025
Geostrategic Imperatives: Why the US Empire Must Continue the War in Ukraine
GeopoliticsUS global hegemonyimperial power projectionde-dollarizationmonetary colonialism - PredictiveHistoryJul 18, 2025
Putin's Grand Strategy: A Game Theory and Orthodox Eschatological Analysis of the Ukraine War
GeopoliticsGame theory counterfactualSelf-defeating policiesDefensive artillery warfareDrone warfare adaptation - Awakening RichardJul 3, 2025
America's Petro-Dollar System: Mechanics, Manipulation, and Geopolitical Strategy in the Middle East
GeopoliticsPetro-dollar systemNixon ShockGold StandardGlobal Reserve Currency - EconomicsExplainedJul 2, 2025
China's Hidden Debt Problem: A Deep Dive into its Unique Economic Structure and Vulnerabilities
EconomicsGovernment debtDebt-to-GDP ratioReserve currencyBudget deficit - EconomicsExplainedJul 2, 2025
China's Hidden Debt Problem: A Deep Dive into its Unique Economic Structure and Vulnerabilities
EconomicsGovernment debtDebt-to-GDP ratioReserve currencyBudget deficit - lexfridmanJun 26, 2025
Iran Nuclear Program: A Debate on War, Diplomacy, and Deterrence with Scott Horton and Mark Dubowitz
GeopoliticsMaximum Pressure CampaignLatent Nuclear DeterrentZero EnrichmentFull Dismantlement - DocSnipesJun 26, 2025
Neurobiological Strategies for Addiction Recovery: Regulating the Nervous System and HPA Axis
HealthNeurogenesisNeurobiological recoveryHPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) 
DrTraceyMarksJun 25, 2025Building a Resilient Mind Through Micro Self-Care and Nervous System Regulation
PsychologySelf-care (redefined)Brain resilienceMicro-momentsNervous system regulation- psychacksJun 23, 2025
Stop Short or Go Long: The Two Pathways to Lasting Relationship Success
RelationshipsStop Short Relationship PathwayGo Long Relationship PathwaySexual MarketplaceGoodness of Fit (Relationships) - psychacksJun 23, 2025
Stop Short or Go Long: The Two Pathways to Lasting Relationship Success
RelationshipsStop Short Relationship PathwayGo Long Relationship PathwaySexual MarketplaceGoodness of Fit (Relationships) - drekbergJun 20, 2025
WARNING! Your Legs WEAKEN First! Do These 10 EXERCISES To Strengthen Them! - Reverse Age-Related Decline
HealthAge-related muscle weakeningLoss of balanceLoss of coordinationLoss of reaction time - DocSnipesJun 16, 2025
The Bidirectional Impact of PCOS and Chronic Stress on Hormones, Neurotransmitters, and Mental Health
HealthPolycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS)Chronic stressHPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal)HPG axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal) - PredictiveHistoryJun 12, 2025
The Decline and Fall of the American Empire: A History of Global Finance and Central Banking
GeopoliticsBretton Woods SystemExorbitant PrivilegeGlobal Reserve CurrencyBank of International Settlements (BIS) 
NewEconomicThinkingJun 11, 2025The Geopolitical Struggle for Academic Freedom and Excellence in Global Higher Education
PsychologyAcademic FreedomInstitutional AutonomyResearch University ModelLehrfreiheit (Freedom to Teach)- drekbergJun 6, 2025
Decoding Your Face: 10 Subtle Signs of Thyroid Dysfunction and Comprehensive Testing
HealthThyroid dysfunctionHypothyroidismHyperthyroidismTSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) - hubermanlabJun 2, 2025
The Neuroscience of Grief, Attachment, and Yearning: Integrating Loss and Moving Forward
PsychologyGrief (emotion)Grieving (process)Human AttachmentDopamine System - drekbergMay 9, 2025
RFK Jr.'s Proposed Food Bans: A Deep Dive into 10 Dangerous Foods and Health Initiatives
HealthArtificial colorsSNAP junk foodHigh Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS)Corn subsidies - NewEconomicThinkingMay 2, 2025
The Viability of Nonprofit Models for Developing Drugs for Neglected Diseases of Poverty
HealthDiseases of povertyNeglected tropical diseasesMarket failureMulti-drug resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) - NewEconomicThinkingApr 30, 2025
The Intangibles Era: Reshaping Social Policy, Education, and Governance in a Revolutionary Economy
EconomicsTangible vs. Intangible EconomyGoods vs. Services (economic distinction)Social Policy Aims (utilitarian vs. human capabilities)Pace of Technological Change - DocSnipesApr 30, 2025
Understanding and Managing Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Beyond the Diagnosis of Exclusion
HealthChronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)Diagnosis of ExclusionPost-exertional FatigueUnrefreshing Sleep - drekbergApr 4, 2025
10 Foot Signs That Reveal Underlying Liver Dysfunction
HealthJaundiceCarotenemiaFungus infectionInsulin resistance - DocSnipesApr 2, 2025
The Physical Toll of Caregiving: Understanding and Mitigating Burnout
HealthCaregiver burnoutSympathetic nervous system activityCircadian rhythm disruptionStress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline) - DocSnipesApr 1, 2025
How Your Inner Child Sabotages Adult Mental Health and How to Heal It
PsychologyInner childHypervigilanceStress responseRelaxation response - lexfridmanMar 25, 2025
The Disarray of the Democratic Party, Trump's Reshaping of the Right, and the Ideological Divide in American Politics
PsychologyCurrency of politics (attention vs. money)Government efficiencyDeregulating governmentInternal party fragmentation - EconomicsExplainedMar 25, 2025
The Perils of Running Government Like a Business: A Critical Look at US Fiscal Policy and Debt Reduction Initiatives
EconomicsBudget deficitNational debtFiscal policyDiscretionary spending - NewEconomicThinkingMar 19, 2025
The Contested Future of Work: AI, Inequality, and the Choice for Pro-Worker Technology
EconomicsCountervailing powersTechnology VisionariesAlternative technological pathsShared prosperity - Awakening RichardMar 15, 2025
The US Dollar's Predicament, US-China Rivalry, and the Disintegration of the Western World Order
GeopoliticsOld World Order collapseNew World Order formationUS dollar rescue strategiesDigital Central Bank Cryptocurrency - DocSnipesMar 7, 2025
Emerging Research in Schizophrenia: Unraveling Genetic, Neurological, Hormonal, and Gut-Brain Contributions
PsychologyGenetic foundations of schizophreniaNon-genetic factors in schizophreniaDopamine hypothesis (revisited)Neurotransmitter dysregulation - EconomicsExplainedFeb 23, 2025
The Anatomy of a Failed Economy: Institutions, Shocks, and the Path to Prosperity
EconomicsAnachronian principleEconomic prosperityEconomic failureGovernance - Awakening RichardFeb 20, 2025
China's BRICS Currency Dilemma: A Geopolitical Blunder or Strategic Patience?
GeopoliticsGeopolitical reshufflingNeocolonial world orderGolden BillionUS satellite states - hubermanlabFeb 20, 2025
Optimizing Testosterone & Estrogen: Behavioral, Lifestyle, and Supplemental Strategies
HealthSex steroids (estrogen, testosterone)AromataseEstradiolHypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal (HPG) axis - HealthyGamerGGFeb 19, 2025
The Neurobiology and Societal Dynamics of Situationships: Why Modern Dating is a 'Prisoner's Dilemma'
RelationshipsSituationshipsFriends with Benefits (FWB)Prisoner's Dilemma (in relationships)Fractured Attention - EconomicsExplainedFeb 16, 2025
Why Greenland's Tiny Economy Matters to Superpowers: Geopolitical Stakes and Economic Realities
GeopoliticsEconomic dependencyGeopolitical landscapeStrategic OutpostRare earth metals - hubermanlabFeb 13, 2025
How Hormones Shape Sexual Development: From Chromosomes to Brain Organization and Environmental Impacts
ScienceHormonesNeurotransmittersChromosomal SexGonadal Sex - DocSnipesFeb 12, 2025
Revolutionary New Treatment Strategies for Depression: TMS, Anti-inflammatory Approaches, and Gut Microbiome
HealthTranscranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)NeuromodulationDorsal Lateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC)Subgenual Anterior Cingulate Cortex - hubermanlabJan 23, 2025
How Foods & Nutrients Control Our Moods: The Gut-Brain Axis, Neurotransmitters, and Mindset
HealthEmotions (brain-body relationship)Attraction/Aversion (push-pull)Go/No-go circuits (basal ganglia)Vagus nerve (10th cranial nerve) - PredictiveHistoryJan 7, 2025
Dante's Divine Comedy: A Philosophical Rebuttal to Augustine and the Liberation of Human Imagination
PhilosophyThe ComediaDivine ComedyApocalyptic LiteratureParadox - hubermanlabJan 2, 2025
Optimizing Brain Neuroplasticity, Learning, and Creativity with Science-Based Daily Protocols
ScienceNeuroplasticityAutonomic arousal systemCircadian clock/rhythmMelanopsin cells - PredictiveHistoryDec 28, 2024
Constantine's Monotheistic Revolution: The Genesis of Modernity and its Philosophical Underpinnings
HistoryMonotheismMonismIntellectual RevolutionChristian Tradition - DocSnipesDec 22, 2024
Break Free from Porn Addiction: A Spiritual Recovery Roadmap Through Universal Values
PsychologyPornography addiction recoverySpiritual recoveryGood Orderly Direction (GOD)Values-based living - DocSnipesDec 22, 2024
The Neurochemical Basis of Pornography Addiction, Withdrawal, and Recovery
NeuroscienceNeurochemical processCompulsive sexual behavior disorder (CSBD)HPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Andro accelerator hypothesis - DocSnipesDec 11, 2024
32 Ways to Reduce Dementia Risk: The Central Role of Stress and Systemic Inflammation
HealthDementia risk factorsSystemic inflammationChronic stressCognitive performance - EconomicsExplainedDec 8, 2024
Argentina's Radical Economic Overhaul: One Year of Javier Milei's Austerity and Dollarization Strategy
EconomicsEconomic mismanagementAusterity measuresPrivatizationGovernment subsidies - hubermanlabDec 5, 2024
Science-Backed Protocols for Defeating Jet Lag, Managing Shift Work, and Optimizing Sleep-Wake Cycles
HealthCircadian rhythmSuprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN)Light-dark cycle entrainmentTemperature minimum - Awakening RichardNov 24, 2024
The Deep State Analogy: Elon Musk, Chinese History, and US Domestic Politics
GeopoliticsDeep StateUnipolar MomentPolitical InfightingGovernment Corruption - hubermanlabNov 18, 2024
How Simple Algorithms, Dopamine, and AI Drive Learning and Motivation in the Brain
NeuroscienceComputational NeuroscienceAlgorithmsLarge Language Models (LLMs)Artificial Intelligence (AI) - DocSnipesNov 16, 2024
Essential Trauma-Informed Skills for Counseling Older Adults: Exploring the Trauma of Aging and Loss
PsychologyTrauma of AgingPrimary LossSecondary LossAnticipatory Anxiety - NewEconomicThinkingOct 30, 2024
The Economics of Civil War: Beyond Greed and Grievance in the Post-Cold War Era
EconomicsGood governanceEconomics of civil warProxy conflictsGreed (driver of conflict) - psychacksOct 25, 2024
The Three Continuous Phases of Relationships: Attraction, Negotiation, and Maintenance
RelationshipsThree phases of relationshipsAttraction phaseNegotiation phaseMaintenance phase - DocSnipesOct 17, 2024
Rethinking Mental Health: The PIECES Transdiagnostic Approach to Assessment and Treatment Effectiveness
PsychologyPIECES model (Physical, Interpersonal, Emotional, Cognitive, Environmental, Spiritual)Transdiagnostic assessmentAntidepressant effectivenessCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - lexfridmanOct 16, 2024
Graham Hancock on the Lost Ice Age Civilization, Gobekli Tepe, and Ancient Astronomical Knowledge
HistoryLost CivilizationIce AgeGlobal CataclysmYounger Dryas Event - DocSnipesSep 27, 2024
Strategies for Preventing Religious Trauma: A Pastor's Guide to Building Trauma-Informed Congregations
PsychologyReligious TraumaTrauma-Informed CongregationPsychological SafetyEmpowerment - EconomicsExplainedSep 10, 2024
How China's Industry Evolved from Low-Cost Manufacturing to Global Advanced Powerhouse
EconomicsGlobal economic status quoTechnological advancementsCommercial viabilityLow labor costs - DocSnipesSep 8, 2024
How Stress Alters Hormones, Neurotransmitters & Mental Health: A Neuroscience Perspective
HealthAutonomic Nervous System (ANS)Sympathetic Nervous SystemParasympathetic Nervous SystemVagus Nerve - HealthyGamerGGAug 28, 2024
The Science and Societal Implications of 'Gooning': A Deep Dive into Sexual Pleasure, Physiology, and Internet Culture
PsychologyGooningMin-maxing (sexual pleasure)EdgingParasympathetic nervous system - Awakening RichardAug 9, 2024
Chinese Business Elite Reveals Internal Problems and Geopolitical Challenges Facing China
GeopoliticsGeopolitical analysisMacroeconomicsAgricultural civilizationIndustrial Revolution - hubermanlabAug 2, 2024
Cold Therapy, Skin Health, Motivation, and REM Sleep Optimization: An AMA Guide
HealthScicomm philanthropyDeliberate heat exposureGoal setting strategiesNeuro-immune interactions - HealthyGamerGGJul 20, 2024
The Art of Asking for Help: Overcoming Masculine Barriers to Support and Fostering Independence
PsychologyHelp-seeking behaviorSocial conditioningIndependence vs. DependenceEmotional vocabulary - Awakening RichardJul 20, 2024
The Mechanics of US Political Power: Capital, Media, and the Path to the Establishment
GeopoliticsGeopolitical blind spotPhilosophical anchor pointsCritical thinking skillCapitalist country characteristics - psychacksJul 15, 2024
The Paradox of Dating Apps: How Perceived Supply and Demand Drive Down Relationships in the Sexual Marketplace
RelationshipsSexual MarketplacePerception of Supply and DemandGendered IncentivesInfinite Optionality - EconomicsExplainedJul 7, 2024
Portugal's Economic Transformation: The Dual Impact of Digital Nomads and Digital Infrastructure Investment
EconomicsDigital NomadsGeoarbitrageBig Mac IndexPurchasing Power Parity (PPP) - lexfridmanJun 19, 2024
Perplexity AI: Revolutionizing Search with Answer Engines, LLMs, and Citation-Backed Knowledge Discovery
TechnologyAnswer EngineLarge Language Models (LLMs)Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)Chain of Thought reasoning - NewEconomicThinkingJun 19, 2024
Using What You Have: China's Co-Evolutionary Path to Development and Escaping the Poverty Trap
EconomicsPoverty trapGood governanceModern institutionsCentral planning - DocSnipesJun 14, 2024
Discover How Dopamine Impacts Serotonin, Hormones, and Happiness: A Holistic View
HealthDopamine (neurotransmitter)Blood-brain barrierMotivation chemicalDopamine receptors (D1, D2, D3) - drekbergJun 14, 2024
Comprehensive Thyroid Healing: Addressing Nutritional Deficiencies, Autoimmunity, and Gut Health with Superfoods
HealthEndocrine systemThyroid hormones (T3, T4)Iodine deficiencyGoiter - NewEconomicThinkingJun 12, 2024
The Economics of China's 'Directed Improvisation' Model and its Evolution
EconomicsChina modelAutocratic ruleSoft power challengeWestern liberal model - DocSnipesJun 10, 2024
The Bidirectional Gut-Brain Axis: How the Second Brain Influences Mental and Physical Health
HealthGut-brain axisEnteric nervous system (ENS)Vagus nerveHPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis) - hubermanlabJun 3, 2024
Navigating Menopause & Perimenopause for Maximum Health & Vitality with Dr. Mary Claire Haver
HealthPerimenopauseMenopauseOvarian senescenceHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) - psychacksJun 3, 2024
Romance as a Game of Hide-and-Seek: The Psychology of Projecting Wholeness
RelationshipsHide-and-seek (metaphor)Self-disavowalPsychological projectionEmotional contact - HealthyGamerGGMay 24, 2024
Navigating Fear, Identity, and Relationships: Insights from Social Engineering and Self-Perception with PirateSoftware
PsychologyGame JamSafe to Fail EnvironmentGame Design DocumentSocial Engineering - NewEconomicThinkingMay 22, 2024
The Gilded Rise of China: Unpacking Modernization's Dual Nature and Historical Parallels
GeopoliticsChina's risegeopolitical eventcapitalismmodernization - NewEconomicThinkingMay 15, 2024
The Economic and Social Costs of Bumpy Roads: Measuring Infrastructure Quality and Government Effectiveness
EconomicsHuman capital economicsInfrastructure qualityVertical acceleration dataWillingness to pay (WTP) - psychacksMay 10, 2024
The Court Does Not Deal in Trifles: Guarding Your Time, Attention, and Dignity
Self-DevelopmentLimited resourcesBandwidth managementTriflesTransaction value - PredictiveHistoryMay 10, 2024
The Geopolitical Imperative: How America's Financialized Empire is Driving Towards War with Iran
GeopoliticsEmpireFinancialization of the economyNeoliberalismReagan Revolution - DocSnipesMay 8, 2024
The Complex Interplay of Stress, Sex Hormones, and Mental Health
HealthGoldilocks principle (hormones)Estrogen system dysfunctionPremenstrual Syndrome (PMS)Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) - NewEconomicThinkingApr 24, 2024
Rekindling the Spirit of Innovation: Work, Creativity, and the Good Life
EconomicsSpirit of InnovationCreative WorkPersonal FulfillmentAgency (in work) - DocSnipesApr 16, 2024
Preventing Relapse: A Multi-Dimensional Approach to Addiction, Anxiety, and Depression
PsychologyRelapseVulnerabilitiesTriggersMulti-dimensional relapse - psychacksApr 15, 2024
Why Men Marry: The Pragmatic Pursuit of Stability, Status, and an Unproblematic Partner
RelationshipsMale marriage psychologyFemale marriage expectations"Good enough" womanUnproblematic partner - lexfridmanApr 13, 2024
Andrew Callaghan: Gonzo Journalism, Psychedelic Aftermath, and the Search for Reality
PsychologyGonzo journalismHallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD)DepersonalizationDerealization - psychacksMar 22, 2024
The Good Times-to-Hassle Ratio: Why Women Do the Right Things with the Wrong Men
RelationshipsGood times to hassle ratioSexual opportunity costRelationship dynamicsCourtship process - EconomicsExplainedFeb 24, 2024
Canada's Population Trap: The Economic Dilemma of Uncontrolled Immigration and Stagnant Productivity
EconomicsPopulation trapSkilled migrationEconomic stimulusPer capita output - NewEconomicThinkingFeb 21, 2024
The Case for Automatic Stabilizers: Lessons from Great Recession and COVID-19 Fiscal Responses
EconomicsAutomatic stabilizersDiscretionary fiscal policyFiscal stimulusGreat Recession - hubermanlabFeb 19, 2024
Optimizing Executive Function and Memory: The Prefrontal Cortex as the Brain's CEO
NeuroscienceExecutive functionMemoryPrefrontal cortexFrontal lobes - hubermanlabFeb 19, 2024
Optimizing Executive Function and Memory: The Prefrontal Cortex as the Brain's CEO
NeuroscienceExecutive functionMemoryPrefrontal cortexFrontal lobes - psychacksJan 26, 2024
Navigating Life's Path: Why Action and Experimentation Trump Overthinking for Self-Discovery
Self-DevelopmentMental Chess / ChessingSelf-knowledgeExploration and ExperimentationCourse Correction - lexfridmanJan 23, 2024
Ben Shapiro and Destiny: A Deep Dive into Conservative and Liberal Ideologies on Society, Education, and Governance
PsychologySubsidiary view of governmentHuman natureCosmic justiceConservative stool - drekbergJan 19, 2024
The Three-Pronged Approach to Eliminating Sugar Cravings and Restoring Metabolic Health
HealthCarbohydrate dependencyMetabolic flexibilityFat adaptationBlood sugar regulation - DocSnipesDec 29, 2023
6 Common Mistakes in Goal Setting: Tips to Achieve Success and Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal SettingSMART GoalsBehavior ModificationBehavior Strain - DocSnipesDec 29, 2023
6 Common Mistakes in Goal Setting: Tips to Achieve Success and Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal SettingSMART GoalsBehavior ModificationBehavior Strain - DocSnipesDec 28, 2023
6 Steps to Achieving Your Goals with the DESIRE Framework
Self-DevelopmentDESIRE frameworkCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing (MI)SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-limited) - HealthyGamerGGDec 22, 2023
Revealing The Truth Behind Charisma: Developing Vision, Authenticity, and Clear Communication Beyond Attractiveness
Self-DevelopmentCharismaPhysical AttractivenessVision (as distinct from goals)Vision Implementation - DocSnipesDec 12, 2023
Cultivating Prudence for Marital Restoration and Deeper Connection
RelationshipsPrudenceGood Orderly Direction (GOD)Wisdom (vs. Knowledge)Active Listening - DocSnipesDec 5, 2023
Alleviating Anxiety with SMART Goal Setting and Motivation
Self-DevelopmentAnxietyGoal SettingSMART GoalsMotivation - DocSnipesDec 4, 2023
Restoring Marriage Through Good Orderly Direction: A Secular-Spiritual Framework for Love and Abundance
RelationshipsGood Orderly Direction (G-O-D)Pastoral Counseling EducationSecular Application of Spiritual PrinciplesInstruction Manual for Life (metaphor) - DocSnipesNov 27, 2023
The Neurobiology of Depression: Understanding Neurotransmitter Imbalance and Lasting Relief Strategies
NeuroscienceNeurotransmitter imbalanceHormonal regulationSynaptic transmissionGoldilocks principle (neurobiology) - EconomicsExplainedNov 23, 2023
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EconomicsCorruptionEconomic growthPer capita economic growthEconometric - DocSnipesNov 21, 2023
Effective Coping Skills for Daily Overwhelm: The PIECES Method
Self-DevelopmentVulnerabilitiesPIECES methodFight-or-flight systemCortisol management - EconomicsExplainedNov 17, 2023
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EconomicsSovereign Wealth FundResource CurseStrategic Raw MaterialEgalitarian Culture - DocSnipesNov 15, 2023
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NeuroscienceGlutamateNeurotoxicityHPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Cortisol - DocSnipesNov 15, 2023
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NeuroscienceGlutamateNeurotoxicityHPA axis (Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal axis)Cortisol - DocSnipesNov 14, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentSMART Goal SettingIntrinsic MotivationBehavior ChangeDopamine Secretion - DocSnipesNov 14, 2023
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PsychologyPerfectionismPersonal Standard Perfectionism (PSP)External Concern Perfectionism (ECP)Unrealistic standards - NewEconomicThinkingNov 1, 2023
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GeopoliticsGovernance InnovationExternalitiesPublic GoodsIntellectual Property Rights (IPR) - psychacksOct 27, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentInfinite GoalHighest PurposeAllegoryDream Big - DocSnipesOct 23, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentSelf-carePleasurable procrastinationTime limitsMotivation - DocSnipesOct 18, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentEnvisioningGoal SettingRecoveryRich and Meaningful Life - lexfridmanOct 11, 2023
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GeopoliticsGeopolitical proxy warfareTerrorism financingRegional destabilizationPeace normalization agreements - EconomicsExplainedOct 8, 2023
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EconomicsEconomic stagnationMarket-based economiesPrivatizationCommunist economic system - EconomicsExplainedOct 2, 2023
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GeopoliticsWar reparationsEconomic outputEconomic assistanceGlobal economy - EconomicsExplainedSep 17, 2023
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EconomicsStock MarketEconomyGDP (Gross Domestic Product)Econometrics - HealthyGamerGGAug 14, 2023
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PsychologyContent creationLive streamingIRL streamingTravel streaming - EconomicsExplainedAug 13, 2023
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EconomicsGlobal military spendingGame TheoryPrisoner's DilemmaNash Equilibrium - DocSnipesAug 9, 2023
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PsychologyPostpartum Depression (PPD)Postpartum PsychosisPostpartum Blues (Baby Blues)Perinatal Mood Disorders - hubermanlabJul 24, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentIdentityGoalsMotivationIdentity Foreclosure - EconomicsExplainedJul 2, 2023
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EconomicsGlobal DebtPublic DebtHousehold DebtCorporate Debt - drekbergJun 30, 2023
10 Warning Signs Your Cortisol Is Way Too High and How to Address Them
HealthCortisolStress hormoneFight-flight responseFeed-breed response - NewEconomicThinkingJun 21, 2023
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EconomicsReal wageDemand-pull inflationCost-push inflationDistributive conflict - psychacksJun 16, 2023
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PsychologySemioticsSymbolism in filmNarrative complexityEmotional discomfort with complexity - EconomicsExplainedJun 8, 2023
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EconomicsShrinking citiesUrban depopulationDe-industrializationEconomic decline - NewEconomicThinkingJun 7, 2023
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EconomicsDebt PuzzleDebt RevenuePrimary SurplusSubsidized Borrowing Rate - EconomicsExplainedMay 30, 2023
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EconomicsRhein capitalismSocial market economyCapitalismSocial welfare - EconomicsExplainedMay 7, 2023
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EconomicsEconomic contractionHyperinflationDebt-to-GDP ratioRemittances - psychacksApr 24, 2023
Three Rules to Determine Power Dynamics in Relationships
RelationshipsPower dynamicsRelationship powerPower imbalanceCommitment asymmetry - EconomicsExplainedApr 23, 2023
Why Nations Fail: Understanding Economic Collapse in Developing Economies
EconomicsGDPEconomic prosperityEconomic inequalityDeveloping economies - MIT Open EconomyApr 5, 2023
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EconomicsCash transfersIn-kind transfersDemand shockSupply shock - DocSnipesApr 5, 2023
Vulnerability Awareness: Identifying, Mitigating, and Preventing Distress in Mental Health
PsychologyVulnerabilityHPA axisStress response systemRadical acceptance - NewEconomicThinkingMar 29, 2023
The Political Underbelly of Early American Marine Insurance and State Formation
HistoryMarine insuranceUnderwritingPolitical riskCommercial fleets - hubermanlabMar 27, 2023
Leveraging Dopamine Dynamics to Overcome Procrastination & Optimize Effort
PsychologyDopamineNeuromodulatorNeuronsNigrostriatal pathway - EconomicsExplainedMar 26, 2023
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EconomicsSilicon Valley Bank (SVB)Signature BankSilvergate BankCredit Suisse - NewEconomicThinkingMar 22, 2023
The Big Myth of Market Fundamentalism: How American Business Shaped Our View of Freedom
EconomicsMarket FundamentalismPropaganda CampaignMarket FailureChild Labor - lexfridmanMar 21, 2023
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RelationshipsContempt (Gottman)Four Horsemen of the ApocalypseCriticismDefensiveness - psychacksMar 19, 2023
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PsychologyInterpersonal strategyGossip dynamicsReputation managementCognitive dissonance - EconomicsExplainedMar 12, 2023
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EconomicsGlobalizationComparative AdvantageJust-in-Time Supply ChainJust-in-Case Strategy - NewEconomicThinkingMar 8, 2023
The Global Role of the Dollar: A Kindleberger-Inspired Revisionist History of International Finance
EconomicsInternational monetary systemSustained inflationKey currency approachBretton Woods - NewEconomicThinkingMar 3, 2023
The Golden Age of Fraud: Cycles of Speculation, Deception, and Systemic Risk in Global Finance
FinanceGolden Age of FraudFraud cycleBusiness and financial cyclePonzi scheme - EconomicsExplainedMar 1, 2023
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EconomicsPurchasing Power Parity (PPP)Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)Foreign WorkforcesRemittances - psychacksFeb 26, 2023
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PsychologyPhysiological dependencePsychological addictionToxicity profileNeurodepressant - HealthyGamerGGFeb 24, 2023
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HealthMenstrual CycleFollicular PhaseOvulatory PhaseOvulation - HealthyGamerGGFeb 14, 2023
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PsychologyImposter SyndromeAdaptive ResponseCognitive PatternsExternal Validation - DocSnipesFeb 8, 2023
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HealthNeurotransmitter balanceNeurosignalingNeuroinflammationHPA axis dysregulation - NewEconomicThinkingFeb 8, 2023
Comparative Economic Paradigms: Unintended Consequences, State Intervention, and Ideological Critiques
EconomicsUnintended consequencesAustrian School of economicsDemocratic socialismKeynesian economics - DocSnipesFeb 6, 2023
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Self-DevelopmentIntentional changeAutopilot behaviorNeural circuitsBehavioral circuits - DocSnipesFeb 3, 2023
Boost Your Brain Power: Six Tips to Clear Brain Fog and Enhance Cognitive Function
HealthBrain fogReduced cognitionInability to concentrateCircadian rhythms - DocSnipesFeb 1, 2023
Sleep Disturbances: Impact on Mental Health, Hormones, and Circadian Rhythms, and Intervention Strategies
HealthCircadian RhythmsSleep HygieneInsomnia DisorderHypersomnolence - hubermanlabJan 23, 2023
Optimizing Fertility: The Biology of Conception, Puberty Trends, and Lifespan Connections
HealthGerm cellsSomatic cellsSpermatogenesisOvulatory cycle - EconomicsExplainedJan 5, 2023
The Evolving Science of Economics: Beyond Capitalism and Towards Future Prosperity
EconomicsCentral economic problemUnlimited desires, limited resourcesResource allocationCapitalism - psychacksJan 5, 2023
The Practice of Contentment: Embracing the Present Moment as Fully Half Full
PsychologyContentmentHappinessPresent moment acceptanceSufficiency - psychacksJan 1, 2023
The Two Fundamental Goals: A Simplified Framework for Action and Progress
Self-DevelopmentEntropyGoal Setting FrameworkBehavioral GoalsSelf-directed Action - EconomicsExplainedDec 16, 2022
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EconomicsSustained inflationConsumer demandGovernment spendingSupply chain troubles - NewEconomicThinkingDec 14, 2022
The New Economics of Debt and Financial Fragility: Unmasking Post-2008 Financial Instability
EconomicsFinancial fragilityFinancial liberalizationEndemic financial instabilitySavings-investment intermediation - HealthyGamerGGDec 2, 2022
Why Gifted Kids Are Afraid of Failure: Navigating External Expectations, Identity, and Study Habits
PsychologyFear of FailureDisapproval (external and internal)Gifted Child SyndromeExternal Expectations - DocSnipesNov 23, 2022
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HealthHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axisThreat response systemGonadal hormone imbalancesAutoimmune disorders - NewEconomicThinkingNov 21, 2022
Industrialization, Educated Unemployment, and Entrepreneurial Solutions in Kerala
EconomicsEducated unemploymentEconomic reformsLiberalizationRegional politics - EconomicsExplainedNov 2, 2022
Analyzing the Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the US Economy: A Counterfactual Scenario and Policy Lessons
EconomicsCOVID-19 economic impactGovernment stimulus measuresWealth inequalityGovernment debt - EconomicsExplainedNov 2, 2022
Analyzing the Economic Impact of COVID-19 on the US Economy: A Counterfactual Scenario and Policy Lessons
EconomicsCOVID-19 economic impactGovernment stimulus measuresWealth inequalityGovernment debt - DocSnipesOct 23, 2022
Enhancing Self-Efficacy for Sustainable Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologySelf-efficacySelf-confidenceAddiction recoveryMental health recovery - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Setting Measurable SMART Goals for Addiction and Mental Health Recovery: Frequency, Duration, and Intensity
PsychologySMART GoalsMeasurable GoalsGoal SettingFrequency (measurement dimension) - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Preventing Goal-Setting Pitfalls in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
Self-DevelopmentGoal-setting pitfallsRecovery behaviorsMotivationBehavior strain - DocSnipesOct 22, 2022
Strategies for Setting Specific SMART Goals in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyGoal SettingBehavior ChangeSMART GoalsSelf-esteem - EconomicsExplainedOct 21, 2022
Is the UK Economy on the Brink of Collapse? An Analysis of Inflation, Policy Missteps, and Post-Brexit Challenges
EconomicsCost of living crisisInflationary hangoverInterest rate increasesCurrency devaluation - DocSnipesOct 13, 2022
Increasing Motivation and Readiness for Change: The Preparation Stage in Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
PsychologyStages of Readiness for ChangePreparation StagePre-contemplationContemplation - DocSnipesOct 8, 2022
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PsychologyRich and meaningful lifeCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Goal definitionEnergy allocation - psychacksOct 7, 2022
The Reciprocal Dynamics of Age-Gap Attraction: Why Men Like Younger Women and Women Like Older Men
RelationshipsEvolutionary psychologyReproductive capacityVisual creaturesGood optics - psychacksOct 1, 2022
Women Treat Men Like Jobs: A Rational, Self-Interested Approach to Dating and Relationship Goals
RelationshipsRational self-interestRelationship goalsCareer goalsOpportunity cost - HealthyGamerGGSep 26, 2022
Understanding and Hacking ADHD: The Science Behind Body Doubling, Stimulation, and Environmental Design
PsychologyADHD hacksBody doublingOptimal level of stimulationSelf-stimulation - DocSnipesSep 24, 2022
Introduction to Mania and Hypomania: Symptoms, Impact on Recovery, and Relapse Prevention Strategies
PsychologyManiaHypomaniaElevated moodExpansive mood - EconomicsExplainedSep 17, 2022
China's Economic Resilience: Debunking Collapse Narratives Amidst Headwinds and Predicting Future Trajectories
EconomicsMiddle income trapTechnical agglomerationBusiness cycleForeign currency reserves - lexfridmanSep 14, 2022
Christopher Capozzola on World War I: Origins, Propaganda, American Citizenship, and the Birth of the Surveillance State
HistoryArms RaceColonial RivalrySystem of EmpiresDiplomacy Failure - psychacksAug 24, 2022
Mastering Dating Skills: Reframing Dates as Practice for Future Success
RelationshipsDating mindsetReframing failureSkill acquisitionPractice dates - NewEconomicThinkingAug 17, 2022
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EconomicsFull EmploymentPolicy ChoiceDemand-Side Economics (Keynesianism)Supply-Side Economics (Friedmanite perspective) - EconomicsExplainedAug 15, 2022
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EconomicsWorld Reserve CurrencyPurchasing Power Parity (PPP)Geopolitical InfluenceBretton Woods Agreement - lexfridmanAug 13, 2022
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EconomicsTaranga (hospitality)Economic empowermentFree marketsNational prosperity - NewEconomicThinkingAug 10, 2022
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EconomicsIntellectual propertyPatent monopoliesCopyright monopoliesEconomic inequality - HealthyGamerGGAug 7, 2022
The Paradox of Vulnerability: Why Opening Up to Strangers is Easier Than Friends
PsychologyTrust issuesVulnerabilityAuthentic friendshipShallow friendships - lexfridmanAug 4, 2022
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Technology3D NavigationGame Engine OptimizationVirtual Reality (VR)Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) - hubermanlabAug 1, 2022
The Visual Science of Goal Achievement: How Perception Shapes Motivation and Success with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyMotivation scienceGoal settingGoal completionVisual perception - hubermanlabAug 1, 2022
The Visual Science of Goal Achievement: How Perception Shapes Motivation and Success with Dr. Emily Balcetis
PsychologyMotivation scienceGoal settingGoal completionVisual perception - HealthyGamerGGJul 25, 2022
Navigating the Overwhelming Demands of Modern Life: Reclaiming Self Amidst Societal Pressures
PsychologyCredential inflationMass production (societal)Proxy metricsLoss of self - NewEconomicThinkingJul 20, 2022
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EconomicsInterpersonal inequalityPersonal distribution of incomeEconomic well-beingLevy Institute Measure of Economic Well-being (LIMEW) - DocSnipesJul 14, 2022
Mastering Your Circadian Rhythm: Impact on Health, Mood, and Daily Function
HealthCircadian RhythmsEndogenous RhythmsHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) AxisCortisol (Glucocorticoids) - DocSnipesJul 11, 2022
Creating a Rich and Meaningful Life Vision Board: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Technique
PsychologyRich and Meaningful Life (RML)Vision BoardCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) TechniqueValues Clarification - psychacksJul 3, 2022
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Self-DevelopmentLong-term growthTrust the processGoal attainmentPerseverance - drekbergJul 1, 2022
The Absolute Best Way to Heal Your Thyroid: Beyond Standard Treatment & TSH
HealthHypothyroidHyperthyroidGoiterThyrotropin Releasing Hormone (TRH) - drekbergJul 1, 2022
The Absolute Best Way to Heal Your Thyroid: Beyond Standard Treatment & TSH
HealthHypothyroidHyperthyroidGoiterThyrotropin Releasing Hormone (TRH) - psychacksJun 23, 2022
The Paradox of Retirement: Why High-Achievers Struggle to Enjoy Life and How to Practice Gratification
PsychologyDelayed gratificationImmediate gratificationWorkaholismType A personality - NewEconomicThinkingJun 22, 2022
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EconomicsErosion of trustTipping point (societal)Sustainability of democracySustainability of capitalism - hubermanlabJun 13, 2022
Improve Flexibility with Research-Supported Stretching Protocols for Performance, Longevity, and Pain Modulation
HealthFlexibilityStretching protocolsMotor neuronsNeuromuscular junction - DocSnipesJun 9, 2022
Addressing Hopelessness: 15 Tips for Developing Hope, Empowerment, and Inspiration
Self-DevelopmentHopelessnessHelplessnessTraumaOutdated Schema - DocSnipesJun 3, 2022
23 Surprising Benefits of Vitamin D and Consequences of Low Vitamin D
HealthCalciferolVitamin D deficiencyInflammatory conditionsNeurotransmitter regulation - EconomicsExplainedMay 25, 2022
The Gold Standard: A Critical Analysis of its Abandonment, Economic Impact, and Modern Relevance
EconomicsGold StandardBretton Woods SystemFiat CurrencyFractional Reserve System - NewEconomicThinkingMay 18, 2022
Beyond Green Growth: The Economic Case for Reduced Working Hours and the Equity Imperative in Climate Action
EconomicsGrowth imperativeProductivity growthReductions in working hoursScale effect - EconomicsExplainedMay 16, 2022
The Necessary Recession: Why Economic Downturns Are Crucial for Long-Term Growth
EconomicsBusiness cycleEconomic expansionsEconomic contractionsFree trade - lexfridmanMay 11, 2022
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EconomicsMedium of exchangeDivision of laborCoincidence of wantsStore of value - lexfridmanMay 11, 2022
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EconomicsMedium of exchangeDivision of laborCoincidence of wantsStore of value - psychacksMay 9, 2022
The Illusion of the 'Right Decision': Embracing Choice and Reducing Decision-Making Anxiety
PsychologyDecision-making anxietyCognitive reframingSubjective experienceObjective vs. subjective reality - lexfridmanMay 4, 2022
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PsychologyEvolutionary psychologyMate selectionSex differencesMating strategies - psychacksApr 29, 2022
Relationships and the Inescapable Game: Deconstructing Authenticity as Strategy
RelationshipsThe game of relationshipsGoals in relationshipsRules in relationshipsRelationship strategy - DocSnipesApr 26, 2022
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Self-DevelopmentPrioritizationTime ManagementCrisis ModeActivities of Daily Living (ADLs) - DocSnipesApr 5, 2022
Nootropics, Nutraceuticals, and Mental Health: Benefits, Risks, and Dietary Integration
HealthNutraceuticalsNootropicsFunctional FoodsCytochrome P450 - NewEconomicThinkingMar 23, 2022
Financial Globalization, Capital Flows, and the Efficacy of Macro Policy Stabilization
FinanceFinancial GlobalizationCapital FlowsCurrency CrisisSovereign Defaults - lexfridmanMar 16, 2022
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PsychologyMonotheismDivine TranscendenceDivine ImminenceUnknowability of God - DocSnipesMar 9, 2022
HPG Axis, Sex Hormones, and Mental Health: Interplay with Stress, Insulin, and Cognitive Function
HealthHypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axisHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axisHypothalamic-Pituitary-Thyroid (HPT) axisGonadal hormones - NewEconomicThinkingMar 7, 2022
Unshackling India for Economic Revival: Reforming the State, Decentralization, and Education
EconomicsEconomic revivalBenchmarking exerciseBackward indexationLateral indexation - psychacksFeb 26, 2022
The Inextricable Link Between Hope and Waiting: Ensuring You're in the Right Line
PsychologyEsperar (Portuguese verb)Inextricable linkJustified hopeReasonable expectation - DocSnipesFeb 14, 2022
Bipolar Disorder: Comprehensive Assessment, Diagnosis, and Differential Diagnosis
PsychologyBipolar 1 DisorderBipolar 2 DisorderCyclothymic DisorderMajor Depressive Episode - HealthyGamerGGJan 26, 2022
The Paradox of Perceived Superiority: Unpacking Loneliness and Judgmentalness
PsychologyIsolationLonelinessJudgmentalnessParental Conditioning - DocSnipesJan 14, 2022
Developmental Milestones: Preventing and Addressing Childhood 'Stuck Points' from Infancy to Adolescence
PsychologyStuck pointsRe-parentingPsychosocial milestonesProtective factors - HealthyGamerGGJan 13, 2022
The Paradox of Attraction: Overcoming Relationship Hopelessness and Motivational Paralysis
RelationshipsIncel mindsetObjective uglinessConventional uglinessMotivational paralysis - DocSnipesJan 11, 2022
The Biopsychosocial Impact of Depression and Strategies for Prevention and Intervention
HealthBiopsychosocial modelHPA axisGlucocorticoid resistanceCognitive distortions - HealthyGamerGGJan 10, 2022
Overcoming Social Anxiety: Redefining Social Interaction in a De-Operationalized World
PsychologySocial anxietyBrain drawing a blankOperationalizing tasksOpen-ended problem solving - drekbergJan 7, 2022
10 Warning Signs of Cancer: Understanding Mechanisms, Prevention, and Empowerment
HealthFatiguePainLumpsBlood in urine - DrTraceyMarksDec 22, 2021
Understanding and Cultivating Grit: A Psychological Perspective
PsychologyGritPerseverancePassionLong-term goals - DocSnipesDec 10, 2021
10 Weeks to Love and Abundance: Cultivating a Rich and Meaningful Life Through Core Principles
Self-DevelopmentAbundance mindset10 Principles of Love (Patience, Enjoyment, Respect, Forgiveness, Earnestness, Compassion, Truthfulness, Selflessness, Meekness, Endurance)Stress reductionEmotional regulation - NewEconomicThinkingDec 10, 2021
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GeopoliticsGlobalizationUS-China relationsClimate changeNet zero emissions - DocSnipesDec 10, 2021
10 Weeks to Love and Abundance: Cultivating a Rich and Meaningful Life Through Core Principles
Self-DevelopmentAbundance mindset10 Principles of Love (Patience, Enjoyment, Respect, Forgiveness, Earnestness, Compassion, Truthfulness, Selflessness, Meekness, Endurance)Stress reductionEmotional regulation - NewEconomicThinkingDec 9, 2021
Great Powers and One Planet Faultline: Class, Geopolitics, and the Future of US-China Relations
GeopoliticsClass vs. Country frameworkDecimation of the working classFree trade policyProtectionism / Industrial policy - HealthyGamerGGNov 23, 2021
The Paradox of Drive: Jack Manifold on Mental Busyness, Fear of Laziness, and the Cycle of Failure
Self-DevelopmentMentally busySubjective busynessWork-life balanceSuccess-driven mindset - psychacksNov 8, 2021
The Gift of Becoming: Why Striving Leads to Greater Happiness and Fulfillment Than Accomplishment
Self-DevelopmentThe Gift of BecomingProcess of BecomingState of AccomplishmentHappiness Paradox - NewEconomicThinkingNov 1, 2021
The US Federal Government's Fifty-Year Role in Causing the Climate Crisis: A History of Knowing Inaction and Active Perpetuation
EconomicsFossil economyClimate science consensusGovernment inactionPolitical power of fossil fuel industry - EconomicsExplainedOct 26, 2021
China's Energy Crisis: A Market Failure Revealing Energy's True Economic Value
EconomicsRolling blackoutsMarket failureEnergy liberalizationPricing regulation - HealthyGamerGGOct 10, 2021
Motivation and Goals: Understanding and Overcoming Resistance through Intent and Self-Awareness
Self-DevelopmentGoal Setting and Motivation ModelIntent (Motivation)Resistance (Barrier to Action)Action (Behavioral Change) - DocSnipesOct 4, 2021
From Stuck to UNSTOPPABLE: A Structured Approach to Goal Setting and Self-Improvement with CBT Principles
Self-DevelopmentValues-based livingMind mappingObstacle identificationStrategy development - lexfridmanSep 30, 2021
Sean Kelly on Existentialism, Nihilism, Radical Freedom, and the Search for Meaning in a Secular Age
PhilosophyExistentialismPhenomenologyAtheistic ExistentialismExistence Precedes Essence - HealthyGamerGGSep 20, 2021
Why Therapy Can't Fix Everything and How Coaching Can Help: Differentiating Clinical Treatment from Goal-Oriented Support
Self-DevelopmentTherapyCoachingDiagnosisTreatment - lexfridmanSep 20, 2021
Jay McClelland on Neural Networks, the Emergence of Cognition, and the Mind-Brain Connection
NeuroscienceNeural Networks (artificial and biological)Cognitive PsychologyParallel Distributed Processing (PDP)Backpropagation - HealthyGamerGGSep 17, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: The Four Types of Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intentGoal settingMotivationBehavioral change - HealthyGamerGGSep 17, 2021
Motivation and Goal Setting: Deconstructing Intent and Overcoming Ambivalence
PsychologyFour types of intent (Desire, Should, Value, Duty)Goal settingMotivationBehavioral change mechanisms - HealthyGamerGGSep 14, 2021
Understanding Motivation and Goal Setting: A Holistic Coaching Approach
Self-DevelopmentMotivation (umbrella term)NeurosciencePsychologyBehavioral economics - DocSnipesSep 3, 2021
Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Evidence-Based Treatments for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Persistent Fatigue
HealthChronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)Persistent FatiguePost-exertional fatigueUnrefreshing sleep - DocSnipesSep 1, 2021
Just For Today: Daily Meditations for Managing Anxiety and Depression
Self-DevelopmentMindfulnessSelf-awarenessStress response downregulationCognitive control - psychacksAug 22, 2021
Safe, Smart, Brave, Strong: A Hierarchical Approach to Navigating Life's Difficulties
PsychologyHierarchical coping mechanismRisk assessmentPreventative actionParadox of safety - EconomicsExplainedAug 20, 2021
China's Looming Debt Crisis: An Analysis of its Over-Leveraged Real Estate Market and Societal Pressures
EconomicsEconomic growthAuthoritarian ruleOver-leveraged economyReal estate bubble - NewEconomicThinkingAug 20, 2021
Credit Ratings, ESG, and the 'Too Big to Fail' Dilemma: Unmasking Biases in Investment Decisions
FinanceToo Big to FailMoral HazardCredit Rating AgenciesESG Investing - psychacksAug 10, 2021
The Tale of Bluebeard: Emotional Transparency, Boundaries, and Human Complexity in Relationships
PsychologyEmotional transparencyEmotional skeletonsRelationship boundariesHuman complexity - HealthyGamerGGAug 8, 2021
Reframing Unfinished Projects: Overcoming Procrastination by Valuing the Process and Present Action
PsychologyProcrastinationGoal-oriented thinkingPresent moment focusOverwhelm (psychological) - NewEconomicThinkingJul 28, 2021
Myths and Landmarks in US Economic History: The Interplay of Government, Business, and Societal Evolution
EconomicsConstitutional design (obstruction)Confederation eraUnicameral vs. Bicameral legislatureElectoral College - HealthyGamerGGJul 26, 2021
The Perfectionism Trap: Unconditional Self-Kindness vs. Conditional Progress
Self-DevelopmentPerfectionismSelf-compassionProgress over perfection mindsetConditional self-kindness - DocSnipesJul 21, 2021
Comprehensive Biopsychosocial Assessment: Domains, Mnemonics, and Clinical Relevance for Counselors
PsychologyBiopsychosocial AssessmentCircadian RhythmsSleep Pressure (Adenosine)Behavioral Addictions (ICD-11) - DocSnipesJul 21, 2021
Navigating Adjustment to Chronic Physical Disability and Illness: A Bi-Directional PACER Approach for NCMHCE Review
HealthChronic Physical DisabilityHPA Axis DysregulationChronic InflammationAutoimmune Disorders - NewEconomicThinkingJul 12, 2021
Public Debt and Fiscal Policy: Navigating a Sea Change in Macroeconomic Thinking
EconomicsFiscal policyPublic debtAusterityMacroeconomic policy - DocSnipesJul 11, 2021
14 Characteristics of Effective Leaders: A FOCUSES LEADERS Framework in Organizational Psychology
PsychologyFocused leadershipGoal directionOpen-mindednessTwo-way communication - DocSnipesJul 10, 2021
Sage Advice for Happy Living: 22 Wisdom Bits for Mental Health and Personal Growth
Self-DevelopmentBoundaries (horse high, pig tight, bull strong)Emotional regulationFight or flight responseCompassion - HealthyGamerGGJun 22, 2021
Understanding and Communicating with Entitled Parents: A Guide to Healthy Relationships
PsychologyEntitled ParentsNarcissistic ParentsBoundariesAutonomy - DrTraceyMarksJun 16, 2021
Breaking Past Apathy: Understanding and Achieving Flow State
PsychologyApathyFlow StateEmotional BluntingMotivation - psychacksJun 14, 2021
The Inevitability of Pain: Making Choices Where Suffering is Worth It
PsychologyHedonic calculusPain aversionPleasure attractionInevitability of pain - DocSnipesJun 8, 2021
Mental Health, Neurotransmitters, and Neurodegenerative Disorders: Overlapping Mechanisms and Prevention
HealthNeurodegenerative disorders (NDs)SerotoninDopamineOxidative stress - EconomicsExplainedMay 23, 2021
The Great Labor Shortage Crisis: Economic Implications and the Shifting NAIRU
EconomicsUnemployment rateFull employmentNatural rate of unemploymentFrictional unemployment - HealthyGamerGGMay 22, 2021
Breaking the Cycle of Overthinking and Anxiety: Starving the Beast of Reassurance-Seeking
PsychologyOverthinkingThought loopsAnxietyRaag (attachment/attraction) - DocSnipesMay 14, 2021
Developing Self-Respect and Respect for Others: Strategies for Love and Abundance
Self-DevelopmentSelf-respectRespect for othersAbundance mindsetSynergy - DocSnipesMay 13, 2021
Introduction to 10 Weeks to Love and Abundance: Overcoming Scarcity and Chronic Stress
Self-Development10 Principles of LoveScarcity MindsetAbundance MindsetChronic Stress - EconomicsExplainedApr 11, 2021
Hyperinflation: Historical Warnings, US Economic Risks, and Personal Protection Strategies
EconomicsHyperinflationWar reparationsProductive capacityMoney printing - DocSnipesMar 30, 2021
The Interconnectedness of Stress, Thyroid, Gonadal Hormones, and Mood: Clinical Implications
HealthHPT axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-thyroid axis)HPA axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis)HPG axis (hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis)Thyroxine (T4) - NewEconomicThinkingMar 4, 2021
The Pandemic's Unmasking: Systemic Failures, Eroding Trust, and the Path to a New Economic Thinking
EconomicsStatus quo anteHysteresis effectsAuthoritarian demagogueAnti-intellectualism - DocSnipesFeb 27, 2021
Acetylcholine: Functions, Interactions, and Impact on Mood, Cognition, and Health
NeuroscienceAcetylcholine (ACh)Neurotransmitter balanceMuscarinic receptorsNicotinic receptors - lexfridmanFeb 23, 2021
Breaking Frameworks: Physics Beyond Einstein, Government Coherence, and Free Speech in the Digital Age with Eric Weinstein
ScienceSimulation HypothesisDrake EquationDarwinian Theory (descent with variation)Bilipid layer (cellular analogy) - NewEconomicThinkingFeb 11, 2021
East-West Pandemic Response and the Future of Global Governance: Lessons from China and Asia
GeopoliticsPandemic responseSARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome)R-value (Reproduction number)Lockdowns - drekbergFeb 5, 2021
What Happens To Your Brain If You NEVER Exercise: Beyond Weight Loss
HealthInsulin resistanceMetabolic syndromeBrain degenerationNeuroplasticity - DocSnipesFeb 4, 2021
Cognitive Symptoms of Depression: Understanding Thinking, Memory, and Coping Strategies
HealthCognitive Symptoms of DepressionNeurotransmitter ImbalanceDopamineNorepinephrine - DocSnipesFeb 1, 2021
Lifestyle Interventions for Mental Health: Addressing Physiological and Environmental Stressors
HealthHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) AxisThreat Response SystemGonadal Hormone ImbalancesSystemic Inflammation 
FallofCivilizationsJan 31, 2021Byzantium: The Thousand-Year Epic of the Eastern Roman Empire and the Rise of Constantinople (Part 1)
HistoryByzantine EmpireConstantinopleFall of RomeZanclean Flood- DocSnipesJan 22, 2021
The Intertwined Impact of the HPG and HPA Axes on Mental Health, Cognition, and Hormonal Balance
HealthHypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axisHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axisGonadal hormonesEstrogen - lexfridmanJan 18, 2021
Max Tegmark on AI, Physics, and the Quest for Intelligible Intelligence
ScienceArtificial General Intelligence (AGI)Existential risks of AIIntelligible intelligenceBlack box AI systems - DocSnipesJan 16, 2021
Serenity, Gratitude, and Contentment: A Quickstart Guide to Happier, Healthier Living
Self-DevelopmentHPA axis downregulationPsychological flexibilityOxidative stress reductionAdenosine clearance - EconomicsExplainedJan 7, 2021
Why Global Stock Shortages Persist: Beyond the Virus, Supply Chains, Demand Shifts, and Market Failures
EconomicsSupply chain managementProfit motiveGlobal supply chainsFractional share ownership - DocSnipesJan 5, 2021
Circadian Rhythms and Light: A Holistic Guide to Optimizing Your Body's Internal Clock for Enhanced Health and Well-being
HealthCircadian RhythmsSuprachiasmatic Nucleus (SCN)HypothalamusCortisol - DocSnipesDec 26, 2020
How to Stop Intrusive and Unwanted Thoughts: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Nuggets
PsychologyThought-stoppingCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Intrusive thoughtsUnwanted thoughts - DocSnipesDec 26, 2020
Leveraging Energy to Define and Achieve a Rich and Meaningful Life: A CBT Approach
Self-DevelopmentRich and meaningful lifeEnergy utilizationGoal definitionCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - NewEconomicThinkingDec 16, 2020
Fighting Neoliberalism with Keynes & Minsky: A Stage View of Capitalism and the Path to Targeted Government Spending
EconomicsNeoliberalismFinancial Instability HypothesisStage View of CapitalismSocialization of Investment - EconomicsExplainedDec 13, 2020
Bill Ackman's Baby Trust Fund Proposal: A Radical Solution to the Global Retirement Crisis
EconomicsAging populationsDeclining birth ratesRetirement crisisGovernment pensions - HealthyGamerGGDec 12, 2020
The Burden of Perception: Navigating Judgment, Vulnerability, and Public Persona
PsychologyPublic personaVulnerabilityEgo defense mechanismsSocial intelligence - DocSnipesDec 6, 2020
The Interconnectedness of Physiological Systems in Behavioral Health: HPA, HPG, HPT, and Gut-Brain Axes
HealthHPA axisHPG axisHPT axisGut-brain axis - DocSnipesDec 6, 2020
The Interconnected Systems: Brain, Hormones, and Neurotransmitters in Cognitive and Mood Functioning
HealthLimbic systemFrontal cortexHypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axisGut-brain axis - EconomicsExplainedNov 29, 2020
Presidential Power and Economic Impact: Navigating Debt Ceilings, Stimulus, and the Risk of Economic Sabotage
EconomicsElectoral CollegeChecks and BalancesDow Jones Industrial AverageTax Cuts - EconomicsExplainedNov 29, 2020
Presidential Power and Economic Impact: Navigating Debt Ceilings, Stimulus, and the Risk of Economic Sabotage
EconomicsElectoral CollegeChecks and BalancesDow Jones Industrial AverageTax Cuts - EconomicsExplainedNov 29, 2020
Presidential Power and Economic Impact: Navigating Debt Ceilings, Stimulus, and the Risk of Economic Sabotage
EconomicsElectoral CollegeChecks and BalancesDow Jones Industrial AverageTax Cuts - EconomicsExplainedNov 15, 2020
Why the Stock Market Rallied After the 2020 US Election: Vaccine Hopes and Gridlocked Government
FinanceQuantitative EasingInterest RatesForeign InvestmentUS Dollar Value - DrTraceyMarksNov 11, 2020
Three Discriminating Signs of Clinical Depression: Low Motivation, Hopelessness, and Indecisiveness
PsychologyClinical depressionFunctional impairmentLow motivationFatigue - EconomicsExplainedNov 1, 2020
The Economic Policies of the 2020 US Election: Trump vs. Biden
EconomicsFiscal policyGovernment taxationGovernment spendingSecretary of the Treasury - EconomicsExplainedNov 1, 2020
The Economic Policies of the 2020 US Election: Trump vs. Biden
EconomicsFiscal policyGovernment taxationGovernment spendingSecretary of the Treasury - NewEconomicThinkingOct 22, 2020
How Bad Can It Still Get: Credit Risk, Debt Overhang, and the COVID-19 Recession
EconomicsCredit riskDebt overhangCOVID-19 recessionCorporate debt market - EconomicsExplainedOct 18, 2020
The Growing Generational Wealth Gap: Underlying Causes, Nuances, and Economic Implications
EconomicsGenerational wealth gapNational wealth shareConsumer spendingConsumer market - DocSnipesOct 18, 2020
Neurobiology of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and Co-occurring Mental Health Issues
PsychologyObsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)ComorbidityNeurobiologyNeurotransmitters - EconomicsExplainedOct 15, 2020
The Shifting Economics of California: Prosperity, Pitfalls, and Post-Pandemic Challenges
EconomicsGross State Product (GSP)AgglomerationCapital flightDemand-pull inflation - NewEconomicThinkingOct 15, 2020
Offshoring, Automation, and the Pandemic: Reshaping Labor, Wealth, and Policy in the Digital Economy
EconomicsOffshoringAutomationTechnological disruptionEconomic globalization - EconomicsExplainedOct 4, 2020
The Economics of the Prison Industrial Complex: Costs, Labor, and Opportunity
EconomicsGovernment incarcerationOpportunity costPositive externalitiesNegative externalities - EconomicsExplainedOct 1, 2020
Is Hyperinflation Coming? Understanding Inflation, Deflation, and the Fragile Economic Equilibrium
EconomicsInflationHyperinflationDeflationM2 Money Supply - HealthyGamerGGSep 19, 2020
How to Transform Ideas into Action: Pestily's Journey of Discipline, Discomfort, and Self-Discovery
Self-DevelopmentComfort zoneDiscomfort toleranceCuriosity-driven actionResilience - EconomicsExplainedSep 13, 2020
Why You Should Be Very Afraid Of A K-shaped Recovery: Understanding Economic Divergence and Preparing for Future Crises
EconomicsK-shaped recoveryV-shaped recoveryW-shaped recoveryU-shaped recovery - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
The Failure of Global Cooperation and the Future of Governance in a Time of Crisis
GeopoliticsLow-probability, high-impact eventsGlobal cooperation failureProtectionism in medical suppliesIntellectual property regimes (TRIPS) - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
Joe Boyd on Music, Disruption, and the Enduring Legacy of the 60s in a Changing World
PsychologyMusical disruptionAuthoritarian orthodoxiesVanguard artistsZoom harmonies - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
Thea Lee: Unmasking the Deep Roots of US Economic Dysfunction and the Path to a More Equitable Future
EconomicsEconomic dysfunctionPublic health crisisLabor market dysfunctionWage stagnation - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
George Akerlof on Economics' Sins of Omission: The Imperative of Collective Action and 'We' in Crisis
EconomicsSins of OmissionExternalitiesUtility FunctionEconomic Equilibrium - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
The Pandemic's Economic Shock: Reassessing Market Faith, Government's Role, and the Future of Globalization with Nelson Barbosa
EconomicsCOVID-19 crisisLockdownDisaster reliefIncome insurance - NewEconomicThinkingAug 23, 2020
Unmasking Systemic Flaws: Intellectual Property, Access to Medicines, and Pandemic Response in the Global South
EconomicsIntellectual Property Rights (IPR)Generic MedicinesAccess to Medicines MovementNeoliberal Economics - lexfridmanAug 16, 2020
Sara Seager: The Scientific Quest for Exoplanets, Biosignatures, and Extraterrestrial Life
ScienceExoplanetsBiosignaturesAtmospheric spectroscopyHabitable zone - EconomicsExplainedAug 2, 2020
The U.S. Economy's 33% GDP Contraction: Beyond the Headlines and Towards a Structural Recession
EconomicsGross Domestic Product (GDP)Annualized GDPConsumer SpendingGovernment Spending - NewEconomicThinkingJul 22, 2020
The Humanistic Imperative in Economic Thinking: Beyond Pretenses and Towards Justice
EconomicsUnconscious assumptionsSocial normsHumanistic lightEconomic vision - FallofCivilizationsJul 14, 2020
Byzantium: The Lasting Legacy of Rome and the Walls of Constantinople
HistoryByzantine EmpireConstantinopleEastern Roman EmpireZanclean Flood - EconomicsExplainedJun 28, 2020
The Surprising Link Between Climate and Prosperity: Why Cold Countries Are Richer Than Hot Countries
EconomicsGDP per capitaAdvanced economiesUnderdeveloped nationsStatistical correlation - NewEconomicThinkingJun 16, 2020
Reevaluating the US Policy Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic: Failures, Lessons, and Future Directions
EconomicsSupply-side shockDemand-side shockV-shaped recoveryU-shaped recovery - NewEconomicThinkingJun 16, 2020
Modernizing Government for Crisis and Beyond: The US Digital Response to COVID-19 and the Call for Systemic Reboot
EconomicsGovernment underinvestmentDigital transformationService delivery modernizationData-driven decision-making - NewEconomicThinkingJun 16, 2020
Modernizing Government for Crisis and Beyond: The US Digital Response to COVID-19 and the Call for Systemic Reboot
EconomicsGovernment underinvestmentDigital transformationService delivery modernizationData-driven decision-making - NewEconomicThinkingJun 16, 2020
Reshaping Economic Strategy, Globalization, and the Welfare State in the Post-COVID Era
EconomicsHyperglobalisationNeoliberal market fundamentalismDeepening economic dualismGlobal value chains - EconomicsExplainedJun 4, 2020
The Necessity of Taxation: Exploring Alternatives and Economic Theories
EconomicsFiscal policyGovernment revenueGovernment expenditureNational debt - EconomicsExplainedJun 4, 2020
The Necessity of Taxation: Exploring Alternatives and Economic Theories
EconomicsFiscal policyGovernment revenueGovernment expenditureNational debt - drekbergJun 1, 2020
10 Urgent Signs Your Thyroid Is In Trouble: Understanding Hypothyroid, Hyperthyroid, Autoimmunity, and Leaky Gut
HealthThyroid glandMetabolismTSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)Hypothyroid - DocSnipesMay 30, 2020
Guided Imagery QuickStart Guide for Mental Health and Well-being
PsychologyGuided imageryVisualizationMental rehearsalStress management - EconomicsExplainedMay 28, 2020
The Wild Economy of Brazil: Potential, Pitfalls, and the Middle-Income Trap
EconomicsMilitary dictatorshipWorkers PartySocial reformsEconomic growth - lexfridmanMay 15, 2020
The Philosophy of Scale: Stephen Schwarzman on Business, AI, and Impactful Philanthropy
FinanceGoing bigPattern recognitionOutlier detectionDiscordant notes - DocSnipesMay 9, 2020
Teaching Psychological Flexibility: Integrating ACT, DBT, and Cognitive Strategies for a Meaningful Life
PsychologyPsychological FlexibilityAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Hardiness - lexfridmanApr 30, 2020
The Higgs Boson, the Standard Model's Mysteries, and the Search for a Unified Theory
ScienceHiggs bosonGod particleElectroweak theoryWeak force - lexfridmanApr 30, 2020
The Higgs Boson, the Standard Model's Mysteries, and the Search for a Unified Theory
ScienceHiggs bosonGod particleElectroweak theoryWeak force - EconomicsExplainedApr 19, 2020
The Indispensability and Alternatives of Debt in Modern Economies
FinanceDebtLeverageFinancial CrisesGood Debt - EconomicsExplainedApr 12, 2020
The Paradox of a Rising Stock Market Amidst Economic Crisis
FinanceDead Cat BounceV-shaped recoveryBull rallyQuantitative easing - EconomicsExplainedApr 2, 2020
Modern Monetary Theory: How Money is Created, Valued, and Its Implications for Government Spending
EconomicsModern Monetary Theory (MMT)Money creation (bank credit)Money creation (government currency)Fiat currency - lexfridmanApr 2, 2020
Measuring Life by Passion, Not Progress: The Dangers of External Advice
Self-DevelopmentPassionate pursuitLife metricsGoal orientationSocial comparison - EconomicsExplainedMar 26, 2020
The Looming Debt Crisis: Why the 2020 Economic Downturn is a Debt-Fueled Bubble, Not Just a Pandemic
EconomicsDebt-fueled speculationEconomic recessionGood debtBad debt - EconomicsExplainedMar 26, 2020
The Looming Debt Crisis: Why the 2020 Economic Downturn is a Debt-Fueled Bubble, Not Just a Pandemic
EconomicsDebt-fueled speculationEconomic recessionGood debtBad debt - lexfridmanMar 20, 2020
Ethereum's Genesis, Technical Challenges, and the Future of Decentralized Systems with Vitalik Buterin
TechnologyDecentralized controlBitcoin 2.0Colored coinsMastercoin protocol - EconomicsExplainedMar 15, 2020
Italy's Economic Journey: From Post-War Recovery to Modern Challenges and the Power of Brand
EconomicsMarshall PlanKorean War stimulusYears of LeadHot Autumn strikes - NewEconomicThinkingFeb 26, 2020
Karl Polanyi's Legacy and the Genesis of Great Financialization
EconomicsLiterary legacyNeoliberalismProgressive taxationCentenary conference - drekbergFeb 24, 2020
10 Body Signs You Shouldn't Ignore: Understanding Underlying Mechanisms for Health Mastery
HealthHypothyroidHashimoto's thyroiditisGoiterHyperthyroid (Graves' disease) - NewEconomicThinkingFeb 19, 2020
Addressing America's Retirement Crisis: The Case for Guaranteed Retirement Accounts
FinanceRetirement crisisSocial SecurityPension system401k - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2020
Individual and Group Therapy Activities for Managing Anger and Anxiety
PsychologyFight-or-flight responseHPA axisThreat response systemOvergeneralization - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2020
Individual and Group Therapy Activities for Managing Anger and Anxiety
PsychologyFight-or-flight responseHPA axisThreat response systemOvergeneralization - EconomicsExplainedJan 30, 2020
The Economic Paradox of Disasters: Fear, GDP, and the Broken Window
EconomicsConfidence (economic)Stock market slumpInstitutional investorsShort selling - EconomicsExplainedJan 16, 2020
The Paradoxical Economy of Iran: Oil, Islamic Trusts, Sanctions, and a Speculative Stock Market Boom
EconomicsBonyads (charitable trust structure)Economic diversificationInternational sanctionsSpeculative bubble - DocSnipesJan 15, 2020
Holistic Strategies for Depression: Addressing Biopsychosocial Factors and Neurotransmitter Balance
PsychologyBiopsychosocial modelHPA axisGlucocorticoid resistanceCognitive distortions - HealthyGamerGGJan 13, 2020
The Invisible Wall: How Ego and Comfort with Failure Sabotage Personal Progress
PsychologyPowerlessnessHopelessnessInvisible Wall (metaphor)Rubber Band Effect (metaphor) - DocSnipesJan 13, 2020
Creative Art Therapy Activities for Emotional Regulation and Self-Care
PsychologyWorry JarHappiness BoxDistress ToleranceThought Stopping - lexfridmanDec 25, 2019
Jim Gates on Supersymmetry, Space Travel, AI Consciousness, and the Universe's Mathematical Mystery
ScienceSupersymmetrySupergravitySuperstring theoryTheory of General Relativity - HealthyGamerGGDec 16, 2019
The Profound Difference Between Dharma and Western Morality: A Story of Duty, Sacrifice, and Self-Discovery
PsychologyDharmaMorality (Western)Good vs. EvilDuty - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
Critiquing Market-Based Environmental Solutions: Carbon Markets, Taxes, and the Coase Theorem
EconomicsMarket-based mechanismsLaws and regulationsNegative externalitiesProperty rights - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
Financial Crises, Deregulation, and the Flawed Economic Paradigm: A Critique of Modern Finance
EconomicsFinancial crisisQuantitative easingBudget deficitGoldilocks economy - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
The Inescapable Politics of Economics: Five Reasons Why Economics is Political Economics with Ha-Joon Chang
EconomicsPolitical economicsGovernment economic policyLaissez-faireMarket failure approach - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
The Inescapable Politics of Economics: Five Reasons Why Economics is Political Economics with Ha-Joon Chang
EconomicsPolitical economicsGovernment economic policyLaissez-faireMarket failure approach - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
The Evolving Role of the State in Economics: Market Failure, Government Failure, and the Case for Pluralism
EconomicsMacroeconomicsGovernment policyMonetary gains/lossesNational identity - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
The Evolving Role of the State in Economics: Market Failure, Government Failure, and the Case for Pluralism
EconomicsMacroeconomicsGovernment policyMonetary gains/lossesNational identity - NewEconomicThinkingDec 11, 2019
Why Some Countries Are Rich and Others Poor: Ha-Joon Chang on the Historical Reality of Economic Development
EconomicsInternational dollarMarket exchange ratePurchasing power parity (PPP)Free trade - lexfridmanNov 23, 2019
The Search for Life on Mars and Beyond: Humanity's Place in the Cosmos
SciencePale Blue DotMilky Way galaxyElectromagnetic shieldAtmosphere - lexfridmanNov 22, 2019
Dava Newman on Space Exploration, BioSuits, and the Future of Human Missions to the Moon and Mars
ScienceAerospace biomedical engineeringHuman performance in varying gravityBioSuitMechanical counter-pressure - EconomicsExplainedNov 21, 2019
The Harsh Economics of Climate Change: Costs, Solutions, and Policy Incentives
EconomicsGreenhouse gasesGlobal temperaturesTragedy of the CommonsCommon goods - EconomicsExplainedNov 17, 2019
Singapore's Economic Ascent: A Hybrid Model of Global Trade, Finance, and Strategic Governance
EconomicsCity-state nationBritish colonialismSuez CanalTrade volume - EconomicsExplainedNov 14, 2019
The Economic Failure of Venezuela: Mismanaging Oil Wealth and the Perils of Dutch Disease
EconomicsNationalization of oil productionOPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries)State-owned oil company (PDVSA)Corruption - EconomicsExplainedNov 14, 2019
The Economic Failure of Venezuela: Mismanaging Oil Wealth and the Perils of Dutch Disease
EconomicsNationalization of oil productionOPEC (Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries)State-owned oil company (PDVSA)Corruption - lexfridmanNov 14, 2019
Elon Musk on AI Regulation, Safety, and Existential Risks
TechnologyExistential threats of AIAI safetyBeneficial AI researchAlgorithmic solutions - DocSnipesNov 11, 2019
The Biopsychosocial Impact of Sex Hormone Imbalances on Energy, Sleep, Depression, and Anxiety
HealthHPA axisHPG axisEstrogen dominanceEstradiol - lexfridmanNov 10, 2019
Bjarne Stroustrup on Recognizing Beautiful Code: Craftsmanship, Inspiration, and Guidelines in Software Development
TechnologyEinstein-level simplificationCode reviewCode smellC++ Core Guidelines - EconomicsExplainedNov 3, 2019
The Economics of Donald Trump: An Analysis of Domestic and Foreign Policies
EconomicsAffordable Care ActTax reform planTop-end tax ratesOffshoring of profits - NewEconomicThinkingOct 30, 2019
Democratizing Economics: The Imperative of Mass Economic Literacy for Societal Welfare
EconomicsMass economic literacyInversion of means and endsHuman welfareExpert-driven economics - lexfridmanOct 25, 2019
Michio Kaku on Einstein's God, the Simplicity of the Universe, and the Separation of Science and Ethics
ScienceEinstein's GodGod of SpinozaGod of the BibleNatural Law - lexfridmanOct 25, 2019
Michio Kaku on Einstein's God, the Simplicity of the Universe, and the Separation of Science and Ethics
ScienceEinstein's GodGod of SpinozaGod of the BibleNatural Law - EconomicsExplainedOct 24, 2019
The Economics of Foreign Exchange: Market Dynamics, Global Trade, and Currency Valuation
EconomicsForeign Exchange Market (Forex)Comparative AdvantageGlobal Supply ChainsFixed Exchange Rate System - DocSnipesOct 3, 2019
Addressing Depression, Anxiety, and Addiction Through Radical Acceptance and Purposeful Habit Change
PsychologyRadical AcceptancePurposeful ActionHabit ChangeProactive vs. Reactive Living - EconomicsExplainedOct 3, 2019
The Economic Decline of North Korea: A Case Study in Central Planning Failure
EconomicsNominal GDPPurchasing Power Parity (PPP) GDPPlanned Command EconomyFive-Year Plans - EconomicsExplainedSep 26, 2019
The Crazy Economy of Monaco: Debunking the Tax Haven Myth and Understanding its Unique Fiscal Model
EconomicsMicronationHuman Development Index (HDI)Tax HavenValue-Added Tax (VAT) - lexfridmanSep 16, 2019
The Specialized Nature of Intelligence, Civilization as AI, and Science as a Superhuman, Self-Improving System
Technologyspecialized intelligencehuman experienceinnate knowledgegoal-driven behavior - NewEconomicThinkingSep 11, 2019
Rethinking Economics: A Critical Examination of its History, Methods, and Purpose
EconomicsHistory of economic thoughtCritique of modern economicsEconomic modelsModel-reality gap - lexfridmanAug 28, 2019
Practical Advice for Getting Started and Becoming an Expert in Deep Learning with fast.ai
TechnologyDeep learningModel trainingFine-tuningInference (model) - EconomicsExplainedAug 22, 2019
Japan's Fading Economy: Stagnation, Policy Responses, and Global Implications
EconomicsEconomic boomForeign aid schemeMarshall PlanIndustrial Revolution - DocSnipesAug 9, 2019
Relapse Prevention Strategies for Addiction and Mental Health Disorders
PsychologyRelapse preventionEmotional relapseMental relapsePhysical relapse - EconomicsExplainedAug 8, 2019
The Player-Driven Economy and GDP Calculation of EVE Online's Virtual Nations
EconomicsMassively Multiplayer Online Game (MMO)Player-driven economyIn-game nations/sovereign alliancesMonthly Economic Report (MER) - DrTraceyMarksJul 31, 2019
How to Differentiate Mania and Hypomania: Understanding Bipolar I and Bipolar II Diagnoses
PsychologyManiaHypomaniaBipolar DisorderBipolar I Disorder - NewEconomicThinkingJul 17, 2019
Puerto Rico's Pre-Maria Economic Crisis, Diverse Migration Patterns, and Hispanic Economic Heterogeneity
EconomicsNet out-migrationEconomic crisis (La Croesus boricua)Labor market earningsPoverty rates - DocSnipesJul 3, 2019
Health Coaching: Empowering Self-Management and Navigating Healthcare
HealthHealth CoachingSelf-Management SupportHealth LiteracyPatient Empowerment - NewEconomicThinkingJun 26, 2019
A Historical Analysis of Financial Crises: The Role of Runaway Private Lending and Policy Responses
EconomicsRunaway lendingCompromised credit standardsOvercapacity (private sector)Private debt to GDP ratio - NewEconomicThinkingJun 26, 2019
A Historical Analysis of Financial Crises: The Role of Runaway Private Lending and Policy Responses
EconomicsRunaway lendingCompromised credit standardsOvercapacity (private sector)Private debt to GDP ratio - NewEconomicThinkingJun 12, 2019
Relearning Recessions: The Central Role of Banking Distress and Credit Cycles
EconomicsBanking sector distressBusiness cyclesFinancial crisesNon-financial recessions - lexfridmanJun 3, 2019
TensorFlow's Evolution: From Google Brain's Inception to a Global Open-Source ML Ecosystem
TechnologyDeep LearningTensorFlowOpen SourceGoogle Brain - NewEconomicThinkingMay 15, 2019
Rethinking Finance: How Inequality Drives Financialization and Economic Fragility
EconomicsTraditional notion of financeInclusive prosperityEconomic fundamentalsInequality - drekbergMar 22, 2019
What Breaks A Fast: Differentiating Fasting Goals and Insulin Response
HealthIntermittent fastingInsulin resistanceInsulin responseCephalic effect - DrTraceyMarksFeb 20, 2019
Understanding Cyclothymia: Distinguishing it from Bipolar Disorder and its Treatment
HealthCyclothymiaBipolar II DisorderHypomaniaDepression (Depressive Episode) - DocSnipesFeb 15, 2019
The Delicate Balance: Understanding GABA and Glutamate for Mood, Health, and Well-being
NeuroscienceGABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid)GlutamateNeurotransmittersExcitatory neurotransmitter - HealthyGamerGGJan 25, 2019
The Triumph Circuit: Evolutionary Psychology of Challenge, Achievement, and Video Game Addiction
PsychologyTriumph CircuitDopamine CircuitNucleus AccumbensAmygdala - NewEconomicThinkingJan 23, 2019
The Erosion of Intangible Capital: Why Current Economic Models Fail and Growth Slows
EconomicsSolow growth modelFinancial capitalHuman capitalSocial capital - DocSnipesDec 6, 2018
Spiritual Principles for Authentic Happiness and Well-being (Part 4)
PsychologyAuthenticityIntegrityPatienceForgiveness - DocSnipesNov 30, 2018
Spiritual Steps to Recovery: Cultivating Open-mindedness, Teachability, Curiosity, and Optimism for Lasting Happiness
Self-DevelopmentOpen-mindednessTeachabilityCuriosityOptimism - NewEconomicThinkingNov 30, 2018
Market Solutions, Moral Dilemmas: Examining the Limits of Rational Economic Man and Voluntary Exchange
EconomicsRational Economic ManVoluntary ExchangeMoral AmbiguityDecentralized Decisions - DocSnipesNov 21, 2018
Spiritual Steps to Happiness Part 2: Cultivating Awareness, Honesty, and Acceptance for a Richer Life
PsychologySpiritual awakeningSpiritual awarenessConnectednessAwe and wonder - DocSnipesNov 16, 2018
Hidden Secrets to Spiritual Happiness: Cultivating Connectedness for Well-being
PsychologySpirituality (broad definition)Connectedness (universal, self, social)Awe and WonderGood Orderly Direction - NewEconomicThinkingNov 7, 2018
The Evolution of Economic Thought: Money, Government, and the Roots of Political Discontent
EconomicsClassical dichotomyMoney as a veilNeutrality of moneyCrowding out - NewEconomicThinkingSep 6, 2018
Why Economists Failed to Predict the Financial Crisis and the Evolution of Economic Thought
EconomicsSubfield silos in economicsSins of omissionStatistical methodologyTail-end of the population (outliers) - DrTraceyMarksSep 5, 2018
Seven Strategies for Discovering Your Life's Purpose and Career Path
Self-DevelopmentLife purpose identificationCareer choiceSelf-improvementValues clarification - DocSnipesAug 16, 2018
SMART Goal Setting for Recovery and Behavior Change in Counseling
PsychologyGoal-settingSMART goalsBehavior changeRecovery journey - DocSnipesJul 26, 2018
Optimizing Environments for Mental Well-being: Sensory and Organizational Strategies Against Depression
PsychologyEnvironmental interventionsSensory triggersHappiness triggersPhysiological responses - DrTraceyMarksJul 18, 2018
How to Recognize and Overcome the Fear of Failure
Self-DevelopmentFear of Failure (Atychiphobia)UnderachievementGoal PursuitDecision-making paralysis - DocSnipesJul 12, 2018
Cognitive Interventions: Practical Tools to Defeat Depression & Anxiety Through Thought Restructuring
PsychologyCognitive InterventionsEmotional InterventionsPerceptionsAttributions - NewEconomicThinkingJul 3, 2018
The Enduring Dominance of Neoliberal Economics: Why Crises Fail to Spark Fundamental Change
EconomicsNeoliberal ideologyGeneral equilibriumMarket efficiencyNeoclassical marginalism - DocSnipesJun 21, 2018
Treatment Planning: Applying the CASSP Model for Individualized and Culturally Competent Care
PsychologyTreatment PlanningCASSP ModelGoals, Objectives, and InterventionsIndividualized Care - DocSnipesMay 10, 2018
Understanding Child Development Milestones and Addressing 'Stuck Points' from Infancy to Preschool
PsychologyStuck pointsPsychosocial milestonesBehavior modificationGoal-driven behavior - DocSnipesMay 10, 2018
Addressing Adult ADHD: Treatment Planning, Motivation, and Skill Development
PsychologyAdult ADHDDifferential diagnosisGiftednessBipolar disorder - DocSnipesMay 10, 2018
Addressing Adult ADHD: Treatment Planning, Motivation, and Skill Development
PsychologyAdult ADHDDifferential diagnosisGiftednessBipolar disorder - DocSnipesApr 19, 2018
Managing Type A Personality Traits for Enhanced Happiness and Reduced Stress
Self-DevelopmentType A PersonalityTime UrgencyPerfectionismStress Management - DrTraceyMarksApr 11, 2018
Overcoming the Victim Mindset: Identifying Patterns and Implementing Solutions
PsychologyVictim mindsetRuminationSelf-esteemGratitude - DocSnipesMar 23, 2018
Overcoming FEAR and Boosting Motivation to Create a Rich and Meaningful Life
Self-DevelopmentRich and Meaningful LifeMotivationFEAR (acronym)Cognitive Fusion - NewEconomicThinkingMar 7, 2018
The Entrepreneurial State: Redefining Government's Role in Driving Innovation and Value Creation
EconomicsEntrepreneurial StateMarket Failures (critique of)Public ValueMission-Oriented Innovation - lexfridmanFeb 16, 2018
Waymo's Decade-Long Journey: Engineering Self-Driving Perception with Deep Learning
TechnologySelf-driving carsDeep learningMachine learningPerception (autonomous driving) - NewEconomicThinkingJan 31, 2018
The Indispensable Role of Cities in Global Poverty Reduction and Economic Development
Economicshuman capitalurban successgovernmental outcomesregulation - NewEconomicThinkingNov 20, 2017
Rebuilding a Moral Economics: Addressing Professional Dysfunction and Integrating History
EconomicsMoral EconomicsScientific TechnocracyGlobalizationTechnical Change - drekbergNov 13, 2017
Optimal Baked Chicken Wings and Fresh Lemon-Avocado Salad Recipe
HealthBaking protocolIterative flipping techniqueEven cookingGolden-brown finish - DocSnipesNov 4, 2017
10 Practical Strategies for Achieving Your Goals and Sustaining Change
Self-DevelopmentGoal ClarityIntrinsic Motivation (The 'Why')Action PlanningTime Constraints Theory - NewEconomicThinkingOct 21, 2017
Nicola Sturgeon on New Economic Thinking and Inclusive Growth in Scotland
EconomicsNew economic thinkingEuropean EnlightenmentModern economic thinkingEconomic growth - DocSnipesOct 20, 2017
Revealing Developmental Issues Impacting Mental Health: Infancy Through Adolescence
PsychologyStuck pointsReparentingPsychosocial milestonesGoal-driven behaviors - DocSnipesSep 29, 2017
Understanding Symptoms: Addressing Poor Concentration, Hopelessness, and Helplessness
PsychologyLow energyPoor concentrationHopelessnessHelplessness - DocSnipesSep 8, 2017
Group and Individual Activities for Developing Interpersonal Skills in Counseling
PsychologyInterpersonal Skills DevelopmentRelationship in ContextReciprocal Nature of RelationshipsSelf-awareness - DocSnipesFeb 16, 2017
Secrets to Setting Achievable, Realistic Goals: A Therapeutic Approach
Self-DevelopmentSMART goalsbehavior changeself-esteemmotivation - DocSnipesJan 10, 2017
Sensing vs. Intuitive Temperaments: Navigating Relationships and Recovery
PsychologyTemperamentSensing temperamentIntuitive temperamentInductive reasoning - DocSnipesDec 26, 2016
Child Development 101: Navigating Elementary Years Cognitive Stages and Emotional Regulation
PsychologyChild DevelopmentElementary YearsDevelopmental TasksCognitive Development (Piaget) - DocSnipesDec 15, 2016
Is This Normal? A Revealing Look at Toddler Development and Its Lifelong Impact
PsychologySelf-esteem developmentInitiativeIndependenceHuman resilience - DocSnipesAug 30, 2016
Exploring Diverse Self-Help and Support Group Models for Recovery and Personal Growth
Self-Development12 StepsAddiction recoveryHigher Power (of our understanding)Good Orderly Direction (GOD) - DocSnipesAug 29, 2016
The Role and Impact of a Recovery Coach: Bridging Treatment to Sustainable Well-being
HealthRecovery coachingStrengths-based supportRecovery lifestyleTriggers (environmental/emotional) - DocSnipesApr 22, 2016
Breaking Free: Understanding and Transforming Criminogenic and Addictive Thinking Patterns
PsychologyCriminogenic thinking patternsAddictive thinking patternsLow self-controlImpulsivity - DocSnipesMar 7, 2016
Models of Addiction: Moral, Spiritual, Disease, and Genetic Perspectives
PsychologyCo-occurring disordersMoral model of addictionSpiritual model of addictionDisease model of addiction - DocSnipesApr 16, 2015
Journey to Recovery: A Comprehensive Guide to Addiction and Mental Health Recovery
HealthAddiction recoveryMental health problemsCo-occurring disordersBehavioral addictions - DocSnipesOct 22, 2013
Ethical Imperatives in Clinical Practice: Duty to Warn, Confidentiality, and Professional Boundaries
PsychologyDuty to warnDuty to protectDuty to predictReasonably identifiable victim - DocSnipesSep 27, 2013
The Power of Clinical History: Applying Behavioral Principles to Goal Setting and Counseling
PsychologyBehavior modificationTreatment planningMotivationReinforcement (positive) - DocSnipesAug 6, 2012
Addictions: Definitions, Progression, Characteristics, and Recovery Principles
PsychologyAddiction DefinitionSubstance AbuseSubstance DependenceTolerance - DocSnipesJul 18, 2012
Effective Treatment Planning and Goal Setting in Clinical Practice
PsychologyTreatment PlanningGoal SettingBiopsychosocial NeedsKnowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA) - psychacks
Betting on Yourself: Cultivating Confidence and Incentivizing Success
PsychologySelf-confidenceSelf-beliefIncentivizationSuccessful action - psychacks
Begin Where You're At: The Psychology of Initiating New Habits and Achieving Goals
PsychologyGoal initiationSelf-sabotagePsychological defensivenessUnnecessary restrictions - psychacks
The Peril of Attraction Proxies: Why Indirect Dating Strategies Fail
RelationshipsAttraction ProxiesDirect Approach (Attraction)Indirect Approach (Attraction)Game of Attraction - psychacks
The Futility and Dangers of Obsessing Over 'Body Count' in Relationships
PsychologyBody countPair bondingGoodness of fitRetroactive jealousy - psychacks
Authentic Living: Why 'Playing Dress-Up' in Life Decisions Leads to Failure
Self-DevelopmentPlaying dress-upFantasy narrativeAccurate self-knowledgeAuthentic preferences - psychacks
Creating Self-Imposed Structure for Meaning and Purpose
PsychologyStructure (human need for)Goal-directed activityMeaning and purposeExternally imposed structure - psychacks
Geoarbitrage, Cultural Dynamics, and Modern Dating Dissatisfaction in the Sexual Marketplace
RelationshipsGeoarbitrage (dating)Sexual Marketplace Value (SMV)Passport BrosK1 visas - psychacks
Prioritizing Your Peak Energy: Don't Eat Crumbs From Your Own Table
Self-DevelopmentGolden periodHigh-quality hoursPeak mental functioningPeak emotional functioning - psychacks
Reinterpreting 'Love Your Neighbor as Yourself' as a Spiritual Observation and Psychological Truth
PsychologySpiritual truthHigh spiritual realityImplied subjectGolden Rule - psychacks
The Hoe Archetype: Male Attraction, Relationship Dynamics, and Strategic Partnering
PsychologyHoish behaviorAttraction archetypePopulation-level persistenceResource acquisition (men's resources and attention) - psychacks
Reclaiming Your Life Through a Side Hustle: A Practical Guide to Financial Autonomy
Self-DevelopmentSide hustleFinancial independencePersonal agencyWork-life balance - psychacks
Embracing Side Quests: Increasing Life Achievement and Joy Through Varied Goals
Self-DevelopmentSide quests (metaphor)Main story arcs (metaphor)Intermittent rewardsCharacter development (life/RPG) - psychacks
The Economic Impact of Income on Family Formation: Why Men Share and Women Don't
RelationshipsLongitudinal studyEpidemiological dataPopulation-level analysisIncome elasticity of fertility - psychacks
The Dual Imperative: Cultivating 'Go F*** Yourself' and 'Go F*** Myself' for Accelerated Growth
Self-DevelopmentSelf-developmentAchievementExternal resistanceInternal resistance - psychacks
The Dual Imperative: Cultivating 'Go F*** Yourself' and 'Go F*** Myself' for Accelerated Growth
Self-DevelopmentSelf-developmentAchievementExternal resistanceInternal resistance - psychacks
The Unexpected Driver of Kindness: How Personal Abundance Enables Altruism
PsychologyAltruistic kindnessExtrinsic factorsIntrinsic motivationSelf-report surveys - psychacks
How to Be Impeccable with Your Word: Two Practices for Integrity and Intentional Communication
Self-DevelopmentImpeccability with your wordIntegrityIntentional communicationSelf-alignment - psychacks
Overcoming Approach Anxiety: The Power of Massive Action and 'Truth Under Imaginary Circumstances'
PsychologyApproach anxietyEmotional disconfirming experienceMassive ActionEmotional programming - psychacks
The Overrated Nature of Insight: Why Action Trumps Understanding in Problem Solving
PsychologyInsight (psychology)Problem-solvingBehavioral changeAddiction recovery - psychacks
Life as a Series of Nested Games: A Framework for Understanding Reality
PsychologyThe Game ConceptNested GamesGoal (in game theory)Rules (in game theory) - psychacks
Navigating No-Win Conversations: Dealing with Difficult People Through Emotional Reflection
PsychologyNo-win conversationsMoving goal postsEmotional reflectionEgo invisibility - psychacks
The Three Keys to Effective Action: How to Consistently Get What You Want in Life
Self-DevelopmentEffective actionGoal clarificationDetailed aspirationPatience - psychacks
The Coach's Playbook: Cultivating Self-Belief and Confidence When You Have No Good Reason To
PsychologySelf-confidenceSelf-beliefSelf-worthResilience - lexfridman
Ray Dalio on Credit, Debt Cycles, and the Economic Machine
EconomicsEconomic machineProductivity growthShort-term debt cycleLong-term debt cycle - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement: Dopamine, Neural Circuits, and the 85% Rule for Optimal Learning
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticity85% Rule for Optimal LearningGoal SettingGoal Achievement - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement: Dopamine, Neural Circuits, and the 85% Rule for Optimal Learning
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticity85% Rule for Optimal LearningGoal SettingGoal Achievement - psychacks
Three Years of Psychacks: The Power of Unwavering Commitment and Sustainable Growth
Self-DevelopmentCommitment fulfillmentSustainable growthIterative developmentLocus of control - psychacks
The Three Keys to Effective Action: How to Consistently Get What You Want in Life
Self-DevelopmentEffective actionGoal clarificationDetailed aspirationPatience - psychacks
Building Authentic Self-Esteem: Becoming the Person You Can Love and Respect
Self-DevelopmentSelf-esteemInternal validationExternal validationSelf-worth - HealthyGamerGG
How AI Diminishes Critical Thinking and Deep Learning: The Brain Rust Phenomenon
PsychologyBrain rustCritical thinking diminutionDeep learningSurface-level information - psychacks
The Aversion-Based Discipline Hack: Leveraging Pain Avoidance for Consistent Habit Formation
Self-DevelopmentDisciplineHabit cultivationGoal achievementNew Year's resolutions - psychacks
Embracing Resistance: Realistic Planning and Leveraging Obstacles for Better Outcomes
Self-DevelopmentAir resistance (metaphorical)Friction (metaphorical)Ideal conditionsReal-world conditions - lexfridman
Lex Fridman's 20,000 Push-ups & Pull-ups Challenge: Mental Fortitude, Habit Formation, and David Goggins' Wisdom
Self-DevelopmentBodyweight exerciseHabit formationMental fortitudePhysical endurance - lexfridman
Andrew Huberman on Optimizing Focus, Managing Stress, and Cultivating Relationships Through Mindset and Routine
ScienceCardiovascular healthSauna protocolsHeat shock proteinsGrowth hormone - lexfridman
Ann Druyan on Cosmos, Carl Sagan, Voyager, and the Spiritual Beauty of Science
ScienceScience communicationSkepticism vs. WonderError-correcting mechanism (science)Voyager Interstellar Message Project - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Developmental Psychology of Emotions, Attachment, and Social Bonds
RelationshipsEmotional perception (subjectivity)InteroceptionExteroceptionAutonomic arousal - lexfridman
Richard Dawkins on the Meaning of Life, Mortality, and Human Purpose
PhilosophyDNA propagationNatural selectionMeaning of life (scientific)Meaning of life (personal) - lexfridman
Ray Dalio on the Nature, History, and Future of Money
EconomicsMedium of exchangeStore of wealthCollective agreementEmergent phenomenon - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement: Dopamine, Neural Circuits, and the 85% Rule for Optimal Learning
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticity85% Rule for Optimal LearningGoal SettingGoal Achievement - hubermanlab
The Neuroscience and Psychology of Goal Setting and Achievement: Dopamine, Neural Circuits, and the 85% Rule for Optimal Learning
NeuroscienceNeuroplasticity85% Rule for Optimal LearningGoal SettingGoal Achievement - lexfridman
Oriol Vinyals on Generalist AI Agents, AGI, and the Future of Deep Learning
TechnologyNeural NetworksDeep LearningArtificial General Intelligence (AGI)Reinforcement Learning - psychacks
Strategic Attraction: Baiting Your Hook in the Dating Pool
RelationshipsBaiting the hook (metaphor)Sexual marketplaceAttraction mechanismsValue proposition