I like spending time with smart people. Learning something new can be interesting and fun. For example, take this job description a chemist gave when asked what she did for a living: “I scatter light.” Doesn’t that intrigue you? I had no idea what this meant, and knew...

The worst mass shooting in America took place this week. What happens when the response is neither tears or prayers, but a lack of empathy for the victims and their loved ones?

We are surrounded by words. Can you feel it? Everyone has an opinion about everything. If you agree with someone’s ideology, fine. If not, get ready for an onslaught of negativity and divisiveness. Sometimes, you just need to take a break.