Rational Thinking
Predictably Irrational
Why do our headaches persist after we take a one-cent aspirin but disappear when we take a fifty-cent aspirin? Why do we splurge on a lavish meal but cut coupons to save twenty-five cents on a can of soup? When it comes to making decisions in our lives, we think we're making smart, rational choices.
Beliefs
The Righteous Mind
Why Good People are Divided by Politics and Religion
Positive Thinking
—Peter Diamandis
Abundance: The Future is Better Than You Think is a book by Dr. Peter Diamandis (Founder and Executive Chairman of the XPRIZE Foundation) and Steven Kotler (bestselling author and science journalist), published on February 21, 2012. It is a thrilling antidote to today's dark pessimism.
— https://www.porchlightbooks.com/product/gifts-of-imperfection-let-go-of-who-you-think-youre-supposed-to-be-and-embrace-who-you-are–brene-brown —Loving What Is: Byron Katie: L838069330
Loving What Is | In the midst of a normal life, Byron Katie became increasingly depressed; over a ten-year period, she sank further into rage, despair, and thoughts of suicide. One morning, she woke up in a state of absolute joy, filled with the realization of how her own suffering had ended.
The Power of Vulnerability
Yes, this would be it. I want to give it 10 stars! It's got real life stories about herself and her research. It's witty, funny, serious, and inspirinYes, this would be it. I want to give it 10 stars! It's got real life stories about herself and her research.
Psychology
Mindset by Carol S. Dweck: 9780345472328 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
"A good book is one whose advice you believe. A great book is one whose advice you follow. This is a book that can change your life, as its ideas have changed mine." -Robert J. Sternberg, co-author of Teaching for Wisdom, Intelligence, Creativity, and Success "An essential read for parents, teachers [and] coaches .
News Media
Gutenberg the Geek
Gutenberg the Geek book. Read 91 reviews from the world's largest community for readers. Johannes Gutenberg was our first geek, the original technology e...
Regrets
Regrets of the Dying - Bronnie Ware
A life-changing memoir inspiring you to embrace your power of choice and the sacredness of time. If you want the courage to celebrate your uniqueness and ensure you are joyfully becoming the very best version of yourself, this book is for you.
Ethical Thinking
—LeVar Burton
Levardis Robert Martyn Burton Jr. (born February 16, 1957) is an American actor, director, and children's television host. He is best known for his role as Lt. Commander Geordi La Forge in Star Trek: The Next Generation , his role as Kunta Kinte in the ABC miniseries (1977), and as host of Reading Rainbow for 23 years.
—Sarah Silverman
Sarah Kate Silverman (born December 1, 1970) is an American stand-up comedian, actress, singer, and writer. Her comedy addresses social taboos and controversial topics, such as racism, sexism, politics, and religion, sometimes having her comic character endorse them in a satirical or deadpan fashion. For her work on television, she has won two Primetime Emmy Awards.
—Fran Lebowitz
Frances Ann Lebowitz (born October 27, 1950) is an American author, public speaker, and occasional actor. She is known for her sardonic social commentary on American life as filtered through her New York City sensibilities. The Times has called her a modern-day Dorothy Parker. Lebowitz was born and raised in Morristown, New Jersey.
—Seth MacFarlane
Seth Woodbury MacFarlane (; born October 26, 1973) is an American actor, writer, producer, and singer. MacFarlane is the creator of the television series (1999-present) and The Orville (2017-present), and co-creator of the television series American Dad! (2005-present) and The Cleveland Show (2009-2013).
—Penn Jillette
Penn Fraser Jillette (born March 5, 1955) is an American magician, scientific skeptic, actor, musician, inventor, television presenter, and author, best known for his work with fellow magician Teller as half of the team Penn & Teller. The duo has been featured in numerous stage and television shows, such as Penn & Teller: Fool Us and Penn & Teller: Bullshit!
—David Letterman
David Michael Letterman (born April 12, 1947) is an American television host, comedian, writer, and producer. He hosted late night television talk shows for 33 years, beginning with the February 1, 1982, debut of Late Night with David Letterman on NBC, and ending with the May 20, 2015, broadcast of Late Show with David Letterman on CBS.
—Linda Skitka
Linda J. Skitka is a professor of psychology at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Skitka's research bridges a number of areas of inquiry including social, political, and moral psychology. She has authored or co-authored papers in these areas for the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, Social Justice Research, and Political Psychology.
—James Randi
James Randi (born Randall James Hamilton Zwinge; August 7, 1928 - October 20, 2020) was a Canadian-American stage magician and scientific skeptic who extensively challenged paranormal and pseudoscientific claims. He was the co-founder of the Committee for Skeptical Inquiry (CSI), and founder of the James Randi Educational Foundation (JREF).
—George Carlin
George Denis Patrick Carlin (May 12, 1937 - June 22, 2008) was an American stand-up comedian, actor, social critic and author. Regarded as one of the most important and influential stand-up comics of all time, he was dubbed "the dean of counterculture comedians".
—Podcast
Celebrate our upcoming 100th episode with us! Send a comment on what this podcast means to you. Deadline: February 28, 2021. Details: https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/2021/01/10/celebrate-the-100th-episode-of-the-disability-visibility-podcast-with-us/ This is life from a disabled lens. Disability Visibility is a podcast hosted by San Francisco night owl Alice Wong featuring conversations on politics, culture, and media with disabled people.
—A Mile in My Shoes on acast
A weekly podcast that invites you to walk a mile in the shoes of a stranger and listen to their story. Nominated 'Best New Podcast' at the 2019 British Podcast Awards! All stories and shoes are part of Empathy Museum's 'A Mile in My Shoes' project - an interactive shoe shop which tours internationally.
— https://www.theaspieworld.com/autism-podcastPenns Sunday School - Penn's Sunday School
Join us as Penn Jillette, Michael Goudeau, Matt Donnelly, and YOU discuss the news of the week. We'll examine religious news, talk about monkeys, and anything else that seems funny or makes us mad. We'll also take your suggestions for things you feel like talking about.
Visible: Out on Television
Visible: Out on Television is a documentary miniseries about the representation of LGBTQ+ people in television, both on-screen and behind the camera. Directed by Ryan White, all 5 episodes were released on Apple TV+ on February 14, 2020.
—American Psychological Association (APA)
The American Psychological Association (APA) is a scientific and professional organization that represents psychologists in the United States. APA educates the public about psychology, behavioral science and mental health; promotes psychological science and practice; fosters the education and training of psychological scientists, practitioners and educators; advocates for psychological knowledge and practice to inform public policy; and champions the application of psychology to promote human rights, health, well-being and dignity.
Psychology Today
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