Richard E. Cytowic's Blog

When you wake up on November 6th, open your phone to check to see if the results were what you were hoping for, and they aren’t — what’s next?

People often mistake solitude for loneliness, but the distinction is crucial. Solitude has, loneliness wants. It is all the difference in the world.

In a world of pent-up emotions and anger, societal norms that once allowed us to express our feelings collectively have vanished. Here's how to safely reclaim them.

In a time of joy and togetherness, breaking up seems inconceivable.

A Personal Perspective: Loneliness during the holidays is a poignant reality for many. But there is also an opportunity for self–discovery and developing resilience.

Oxymorons are figures of speech that combine contradictory words, such as “original copy” or “deafening silence,” that paradoxically create fresh ways of looking at things.

Nearly half of the 143 countries that tried daylight saving time abandoned it. Is it time for the U.S. to do the same?

Nearly half of the 143 countries that tried daylight saving time abandoned it. Is it time for the U.S. to do the same?

A Personal Perspective: Many assume that the newly bereaved must be lonely. But this is not true. One can experience grief without feeling bereft.

What is it about mindless, habitual activities that unlock deep insights? The answer may be flow.