The Surprising Power of Doing Nothing to Solve Problems
Discover how taking a break, from washing up to watching a play, can unlock creative breakthroughs and improve productivity. Learn why your brain needs idle time.
Discover how taking a break, from washing up to watching a play, can unlock creative breakthroughs and improve productivity. Learn why your brain needs idle time.
Discover how taking a mental break, from washing up to watching a play, can unlock creative breakthroughs and solve complex problems, according to science and history.
Feeling daunted by New Year's resolutions? Psychology explains why change feels harder now due to climate anxiety, economic stress, and 'change fatigue'. Discover a more realistic approach.
Feeling daunted by New Year's resolutions? Psychological research reveals climate anxiety, economic precarity, and 'change fatigue' are making fresh starts harder, especially for young people. Discover a more sustainable approach.
A Berkshire teacher argues the viral 'six-seven' trend promotes mindless behaviour. He urges critical thinking over blind social media imitation. Read his full letter.
As AI use soars, a philosopher's warning: we risk ceding hard-won reason to machines, slipping back into a pre-Enlightenment mindset. Are we losing the courage to think for ourselves?
Discover how the classic board game Settlers of Catan, with over 40 million sold, sharpens strategic thinking, negotiation skills, and resilience for real-world challenges.
Discover how the classic board game Settlers of Catan, launched in 1995, helps develop resilience, negotiation, and strategic thinking for real-world challenges. A fun alternative to festive monotony.
Richard and Faye Davies from Talgarth beat staggering odds to win £1m in the Lotto, seven years after their first EuroMillions jackpot. Discover their incredible story.
A new report warns UK universities are neglecting liberal arts, harming critical thinking. Discover why these skills are vital for the modern workforce and what needs to change.
Jianyang Geng argues liberal arts institutions must embrace market reform. Critical thinking isn't their sole domain; STEM fields demand equal intellectual rigour. Discover why change is essential.
Discover metacognition, the 'thinking about thinking' skill that boosts school achievement. Learn practical strategies for parents to help children become confident, independent learners.
A woman reveals how her mother's six strict childhood rules, once deemed 'unfair', forged her academic success and critical thinking skills. Discover the full story.
The landmark Francis curriculum review challenges traditional teaching methods and calls for an education system that prepares students for complexity, critical thinking, and rapid technological change in post-Brexit Britain.
Groundbreaking research reveals our emotional state directly impacts cellular ageing, with optimistic outlooks potentially adding healthier years to our lives.
In an era obsessed with policing language, we're facing a more fundamental threat: the erosion of our ability to think freely and critically before we even speak.
Ancient Stoic philosophy valued critical thinking as essential to human dignity. As artificial intelligence increasingly makes decisions for us, are we surrendering this fundamental human capacity to machines?
New research challenges the 'rip-off' narrative around university education, revealing how degrees that develop critical thinking skills provide lifelong value beyond mere job preparation.
A Woolworths employee's heroic actions and rapid response averted potential disaster when a customer suffered a serious medical emergency in-store, showcasing remarkable presence of mind.
In today's digital landscape, false information spreads rapidly. Learn essential skills to distinguish facts from harmful fiction and protect yourself from digital deception.
Discover why relentless optimism could be setting you up for failure, and how embracing humility creates space for genuine growth and resilience in our achievement-obsessed culture.
Ex-Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls reveals a stunning diplomatic revelation on BBC's Political Thinking podcast, disclosing that former President Donald Trump privately sought an invitation to a UK state banquet through him, specifically name-dropping MP Yvett
Groundbreaking investigation reveals how AI chatbots may inadvertently fuel psychotic episodes and reinforce delusional beliefs. Leading psychiatrists and tech experts explain the alarming risks and call for immediate safeguards.
New research reveals that those who hesitate to join in aren't necessarily shy or antisocial - they may possess a powerful cognitive advantage that drives deeper thinking and innovation.
The world mourns the passing of Joanna Macy, PhD, the revolutionary scholar, author, and activist who reshaped our relationship with the planet through her profound 'Work That Reconnects'.
Discover how a unique group is tackling apocalyptic anxiety with creativity and camaraderie, offering a fresh perspective on modern fears.
Australian universities face growing pressure to defund humanities courses, risking the erosion of vital critical thinking skills. Experts warn of long-term consequences for society.
New research shows that optimistic individuals share distinct brain activity patterns when envisioning future events, offering insights into the neuroscience of positivity.