The Story of Stories

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<p>Why is my friend late? How does nuclear fission work? What can I do to help my baby sleep through the night? We all feel the need to understand why certain things happen. Some researchers think the drive to explain the world is a basic human impulse, similar to thirst or hunger. This week on Hidden Brain, psychologist <a href="https://psych.princeton.edu/people/tania-lombrozo" rel="noopener noreferrer">Tania Lombrozo</a> discusses how explanations can lead to discovery, delight, and disaster. Then, <a href="https://psychology.cornell.edu/jonathan-rottenberg" rel="noopener noreferrer">Jonathan Rottenberg</a> answers your questions about rethinking depression on Your Questions Answered.</p><p><i>What are the mistakes most of us make when we try to resist a craving? We talk about that in </i><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wYfXkNrw2tA&amp;t=331s" rel="noopener noreferrer"><i>our latest YouTube video</i></a><i>. Check it out, and leave a comment letting us know what you think of the techniques we discuss for grappling with temptations.&nbsp;</i></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>