The Things We Don't Say

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<p>From childhood, we're taught that honesty is the best policy. Yet in everyday life, we hedge, soften our words, and leave things unsaid. This week, we talk with psychologist <a href="https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/people/steven-pinker" rel="noopener noreferrer">Steven Pinker</a> about why indirect speech is such a fundamental part of human relationships.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>How long can you stay focused on a task before your attention is drawn elsewhere? In </i><a href="https://youtu.be/uYzzfQ51V2U?si=eZXImsUDnvtse2AM" rel="noopener noreferrer"><i>our latest YouTube video</i></a><i>, we explore what the science says about our shrinking attention spans, and how you can begin to reclaim your focus.&nbsp;</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&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>