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Nostalgia Gets A Bad Rap
Nostalgia is often portrayed as an enemy of progress.
Mar 27
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People Are Better Than AI at Reducing Loneliness
I consider myself an AI optimist.
Mar 20
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Hope Builds Meaning Through Action
In this newsletter, I frequently write about how central meaning is to a fulfilling life.
Mar 13
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The Social Nature of Agency
When I was writing my most recent book, Past Forward, there was a point at which I was ready to give up.
Mar 6
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February 2026
The Moral Path to Meaning
In previous newsletters, I’ve discussed what science tells us about living a meaningful life.
Feb 27
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Exercise May Be the Best Medicine for Mental Health
I am not a great athlete and never have been.
Feb 20
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What We Get Wrong About Online Toxicity
Spend enough time on social media and it is easy to walk away with a discouraging view of your fellow humans.
Feb 13
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The Motivational Power of Movies
Last week I was in Los Angeles and had the opportunity to tour Warner Bros.
Feb 6
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January 2026
Can AI Make Us More Open-Minded?
Open-mindedness is a critical ingredient of human progress.
Jan 30
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The Momentum of Meaning
When I’m interviewed about or give talks on existential psychology, I’m often asked what advice I would give to someone struggling to find meaning in…
Jan 23
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Meaning in Modern Life
I was recently in NYC to record an episode of futurist Sinead Bovell’s show I’ve Got Questions (link on image above).
Jan 16
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What Americans Are Positive About
If you spend much time consuming media commentary or scrolling through online discourse, you could easily conclude that Americans are deeply pessimistic…
Jan 9
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