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Is It Better to Be Lucky or Good? Research Has the Answer.

Thomas Gilovich, Ph.D., and Lee Ross, Ph.D. on June 20, 2016

How important is luck in determining success in life? Studies show that it matters more than most people think.

How important is luck in determining success in life? Studies show that it matters more than most people think.

Some worry that providing "compassionate care" to homeless patients in the ER might them more likely to use emergency services for conditions better treated elsewhere. It doesn't.

High-status, powerful people are less likely to say "I", "me," and "mine." Here's why.

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Memorably Wise Speeches

Thomas Gilovich, Ph.D., and Lee Ross, Ph.D. on December 16, 2015

What were some of the wisest political speeches in U.S. history and what made them wise?

What were some of the wisest political speeches in U.S. history and what made them wise?

Why do so many people have a hard time feeling grateful? Research explains why people tend to think they have it harder than others.

How do loss aversion and the above-average effect influence people's decisions about where to spend their later years?