A Wandering Mind
More than physically transporting us to a new place, travel takes the mind into uncharted territory.
08/06/2016
Arts & Culture
Neither Here Nor There
When we embark on journeys with translator apps and spaghetti piles of charger cords, where is it that we really go?
07/06/2016
The Navigators: Takahiro Kinoshita
As world-wandering editor, Takahiro Kinoshita relishes the days spent at home by exploring Japan's lush nature and logging in quality family-time.
07/06/2016
The Navigators: Seb Emina
The editor in chief of The Happy Reader and former Londoner revels in the adventure, romance and enduring mystique that comes with living in Paris.
07/06/2016
The Navigators: Danielle Pender
The editor in chief of Riposte Magazine embraces the energizing nature of one of the world’s creative hubs.
07/06/2016
In Conversation: Colin Ellard and Peter Kahn
Neuroscientist Colin Ellard and psychologist Peter Kahn speak on the value of travel and discuss how we’ll be navigating the globe in the future.
07/06/2016
Arthur Groeneveld
During his time split between Amsterdam and Berlin, Arthur Groeneveld amassed dozens of interests he couldn't narrow down—so he pursued them all.
07/06/2016
The Art of Endurance
From demanding physical feats to quiet meditation, activities that push our bodies and minds to the limits are good for more than just a brief rush.
02/03/2016
Like Clockwork
In this new column about time, we learn how slipping off our watches makes us feel like deadline-damning renegades.
01/03/2016
A Sense of Suspense
With unhinged imaginations and mountains of cliff-hangers, the filmmakers behind the sci-fi podcast Limetown have all the makings of a scary story.
01/03/2016
Going Incognito
We all secretly wonder what mischief we’d make if invisible: When our identity is hidden, everything seems possible.
01/03/2016
On a Grander Scale
Malaysian singer-songwriter Yuna now may live on the opposite side of the globe, but she’s determined to evolve while staying true to her roots.
01/03/2016
The Best Policy
Sometimes we talk to each other without feeling heard. Honesty—a most intimate interaction—can be just as thrilling as its more devious inverse.
01/03/2016
Neighborhood: Fire Stations
The firefighting profession has evolved over time from Ancient Rome’s rudimentary bucket brigades to today’s sleek life-saving departments.
01/03/2016
Natural Perspective: Michele Oka Doner
Michele Oka Doner weaves the human-made and natural elements of her day to find balance in both.
24/11/2015
The Families We Choose
There isn't a perfect family. Regardless of what kind of family you were born into, you can keep adding characters to your clan, devoid of relation.
02/09/2015
My Bedside Table: The Illustrator
As a children’s book illustrator and comic-book artist living in Oslo, Norway, Øyvind Torseter often finds inspiration in the moments before sleep.
02/09/2015
Lean on Me
Respect, admiration and trust are qualities that we look for in compatriots. The spark arising when two people bond can be unexpected and exciting.
02/09/2015
Are We There Yet?
Road trips are all about freedom, adventure and new perspectives, with a bit of nostalgia and fried food thrown in.
02/09/2015
The Creative Impulse
Is creativity something we're born with or something we learn from our environment? We speak to researcher Mei Tan to learn what position science has.
02/09/2015
A State of Solitude
Just because you shared space as a kid doesn’t mean you must give up individuality as an adult: Carving time out for you can strengthen family ties.
02/09/2015
Excerpt: A Sense of Belonging
In his new book, Community: The Structure of Belonging: Peter Block explores how we can become better connected citizens on a local level.
02/06/2015
Words with Friends
Whether you’re a quiet person or a loud talker, your conversational skills can enhance your social interactions.
02/06/2015
How to be an Essentialist: An Interview with Greg McKeown
We spoke with best-selling author Greg McKeown about worrying less and playing more.
02/06/2015
Simple Philosophies
But what does it all mean? Many great philosophical minds have tried to pare down their theorems to find the fundamental truths.
02/06/2015
The Essential Non-Essentials
The heart of essentialism isn’t about asking how little we can live with, but determining what we simply cannot live without.
02/06/2015
The Cloud Appreciation Society
There’s no need to head to a far-flung beach or a cabin in the woods to disconnect: You just need to look up.
02/06/2015
Keeping it Civil
Our lives are dictated by unspoken rules that keep society moving smoothly and civilly. Without them, imagine the impolite chaos that would descend.
02/06/2015
The Positive Side of Negatives
One of the world’s most respected advocates of the Slow movement explains why we should all say no more often.
02/06/2015