I remember, decades ago, hearing my sociology professor express anxiety about the fragility of American democracy. What is she talking about, I thought to myself, scoffing at her worries. American democracy was as solid as the granite faces on Mount Rushmore. I later … [Read more...] about The Impulse to Destroy Democracy
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Three Self-Defeating Reactions at the Heart of American Disunity
One of president-elect Joe Biden’s priorities is to bring peace to the nation’s warring camps. The task will be easier as more of us begin to understand the deeper psychological dynamics that undermine unity and civility. When bitterly at odds, we’re usually under the … [Read more...] about Three Self-Defeating Reactions at the Heart of American Disunity
A Hidden Reason for Suicidal Thoughts
Suicidal thoughts are quite common, and even people living good lives can experience them now and then. For many, suicidal thoughts are fleeting considerations, following which they bounce back to their everyday sense of self. Others are haunted by these thoughts on a regular … [Read more...] about A Hidden Reason for Suicidal Thoughts