At NPSC we know that one of the best ways to keep your brain healthy is to learn new things. Unfortunately, with all of the information available to us, it can feel almost impossible to find the time to sift through the web to find the gems.
So, we’ve decided to do it for you! Every Friday, you can find five new articles or videos from the week that will stretch your mind, fuel your spirit, and feed your brain.
“AN ANCIENT GREEK PHILOSOPHER WAS EXILED FOR CLAIMING THE MOON WAS A ROCK, NOT A GOD” by David Warmflash, smithsonianmag.com
“2,500 years ago, Anaxagoras correctly determined that the rocky moon reflects light from the sun, allowing him to explain lunar phases and eclipses.”
“THE FINANCIAL UPSIDE OF BEING AN OPTIMIST” by Michelle Gielan, hbr.org
“An antidote to chronic stress is cultivating an optimistic mindset—and it serves us well over the course of our careers.”
“A YEAR IN PARIS THAT TRANSFORMED JACQUELINE KENNEDY ONASSIS” by Ann Mah, nytimes.com
“As a college student, Jacqueline Bouvier spent her junior year in Paris, and the city became one of the greatest influences in her life.”
“NOT REACHING YOUR POTENTIAL? DON’T OVERTHINK IT, STUDY SUGGESTS” by Stephen Johnson, bigthink.com
“When thinking about your shortcomings, it pays to be kind.”
“SMARTPHONES AREN’T MAKING MILLENIALS GROW HORNS. HERE’S HOW TO SPOT A BAD STUDY” by Nsikan Akpan, pbs.org
“Here’s a list of the reasons you should be skeptical of this study, ranked from obvious to expert, and some questions to ask before you share a story that seems suspicious.”
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