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🍁 Why We Fall for Fall

The Surprising Psychology of Why We Love Autumn — and How to Make the Most of It

Oct 21 •

What a Halloween Scare Does to Your Brain — It May Be Good for You

New research shows how “safe fear” strengthens emotional regulation, social connection, and even physical resilience.

Oct 14 •

Don’t Die: Inside the Radical Longevity Movement Aiming to End Aging — We Spoke One-on-One With Tech Founder and Netflix Star Bryan Johnson

The Silicon Valley entrepreneur who sold Braintree (which acquired Venmo) to PayPal for $800M is now spending millions to reverse aging and rethink…

Oct 8 •

The Music Apothecary Playlist

Five Playlists for Joy, Calm, Awe, Focus, and Comfort

Oct 2 •

September 2025

The 2-Week Creative Sprint Planner

A daily roadmap to spark ideas, strengthen creative muscles, and build momentum.

Sep 23 •

Your Brain on Beauty: How Art & Nature Make Great Ideas Easier

The humanities matter — your guide to art, nature, culture, and creativity

Sep 17 •

This Is Your Brain on Music

From John Legend’s lullabies to Tony Bennett performing at 95 alongside Lady Gaga, how melodies shape our minds at every age

Sep 9 •

The 2025 Creativity Playbook: 13 Research-Backed Ways to Spark Ideas and Innovation

This Is Your Brain on Learning: Why creativity is essential for your brain, your health, and your future.

Sep 3 •

August 2025

Solo Traveling With Tracee Ellis Ross: Joy, Freedom, and Delight

What we discover when we travel alone and tips for solo travelers

Aug 27 •

The Awe-Seeker’s Travel Kit

7 Essentials to Spark Wonder Wherever You Go

Aug 19 •

7 Science-Backed Ways to Have an Extraordinary Summer Road Trip

Make your summer road trip not only more fun, but more restorative and joyful with these research-backed, expert-approved ideas for journeys you’ll…

Aug 13 •

The Awe-Seeker’s Guide to Travel

How Travel Sparks Wonder, Well-Being, and Changes How We See the World

Aug 5 •

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