Socrates, one of the greatest philosophers of ancient Greece, left us with a profound secret to wisdom that resonates even today. "To know thyself is the beginning of wisdom." This simple yet powerful ...

The ancient philosopher Socrates, a towering figure in the history of Western thought, famously declared, "An unexamined life is not worth living." This profound statement, simple yet intricate, ...

Warren Buffett believes that temperament is more important than IQ when it comes to successful investing. He said recently that "you absolutely have to have the right temperament. Otherwise, something ...

A common complaint in America today is that politics and even society as a whole are broken. Critics point out endless lists of what should be fixed: the complexity of the tax code, or immigration ...

Socrates' quote, 'I know that I know nothing,' teaches children that admitting ignorance is the first step to wisdom. This humility fosters curiosity, encouraging kids to ask questions and learn from ...

(The Conversation) — Athens was deeply polarized over big-picture questions, and Socrates was never hesitant to question both sides’ assumptions – or his own. But each dilemma usually comes down to ...

This article was produced with support from UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and the John Templeton Foundation as part of the GGSC's initiative on Expanding Awareness of the Science of ...