When Steve Jobs left Apple to start a new company called NeXT Computer, he was invited to speak at MIT as part of their Distinguished Speakers Series. After his speech, Jobs opened the floor to ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — Researchers have found that silence is more than just the absence of sound; it is something that actively transforms the brain. According to a new study on silence and its impact ...

This essay first appeared in the NPR Music newsletter. Sign up for early access to articles like this one, Tiny Desk exclusives, listening recommendations and more. Last week, something unexpected ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. Silences aren’t just ordinary lulls in conversation. They can be charged with ...

Picture this: you're mid-conversation with a coworker, partner, or close friend, and suddenly, the words stop. The pause stretches. Your mind races to fill the space. Is it awkward? Did you say ...

The Power of Silence in Psychotherapy: A Therapist’s Guide American poet Amanda Lovelace has said, “Silence has always been my loudest scream.” To me, as a therapist, this quote has resonated with my ...

Navigating relationships with narcissists can feel like walking through a minefield. Their manipulative tactics often leave you feeling confused, drained, and questioning your own reality. One of ...

A great silence opened up inside her. But that made it sound more dramatic than it was. It happened by degrees, creeping up slyly. And at times, in certain places and situations, it was expected and ...

Scroll down for a transcription of this episode. Zen and mindfulness teacher Henry Shukman guides us in a meditation that invites us to listen deeply and find clarity in quiet. SHUKA KALANTARI: Hi ...

A protest can be a fine way to get people’s attention—particularly the attention of those in positions of power. But one of the most important, and most overlooked, functions of protest is to prevent ...