Lori Chandler, Big Think

Lori Chandler

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New York, NY, United States

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Past articles by Lori:

Are the #OscarsSoWhite Because the Academy Is so Oblivious?

They're (probably) not racist, but are (definitely) still ignorant. → Read More

What the Oscars say about the American story — and our values

Hollywood is a gated community, and the stories it chooses to honor speak volumes about how it views race and gender in this country. → Read More

Rock Star Psychologist Bandura Receives National Medal of Science

He formed social learning theory. He made self-efficacy a game-changing concept. And he really did a number on Bobo the Clown. Albert Bandura is the Keith Moon of psychology. → Read More

The Creative Mind Is A Technicolor Contradiction

It's not as black & white, left brain/right brain as the theories of yore. → Read More

Is It Really Drug Abuse If It's Adderall?

A new study reveals who is searching online for ADHD drugs, and the relaxed attitude towards "study drug" abuse. → Read More

Why I'm Honored To Be A Woman Called 'Crazy'

It's the rebels among us that change the world. → Read More

The Secret Science Of Owning A Party

Getting people to like you has never been easier. → Read More

The secret science of owning a party

Getting people to like you has never been easier. → Read More

58,000 College Students Are Affected By This Silent Epidemic

These kids are living on the edge, keeping their struggle on the DL. Here's what we can do to help. → Read More

58,000 College Students Are Affected by This Silent Epidemic

These kids are living on the edge, keeping their struggle on the DL. Here's what we can do to help. → Read More

Why I Still Believe In Human Goodness

These days it's hard to believe there is still moral beauty in the world. This is why we still want to believe, and where we can start looking. → Read More

Why I still believe in human goodness

These days it's hard to believe there is still moral beauty in the world. This is why we still want to believe, and where we can start looking. → Read More

7 Things We Can All Learn from the Music and Life of John Lennon

About 1.15 million people in the U.S. have died from gun violence since John Lennon's death 35 years ago. What can his life and music tell us about how to respond to violence, intolerance, and hate? → Read More

7 things we can all learn from the music and life of John Lennon

About 1.15 million people in the U.S. have died from gun violence since John Lennon's death 35 years ago. What can his life and music tell us about how to respond to violence, intolerance, and hate? → Read More

The Reason Government Scientists Aren't Allowed to Study Gun Violence Is Truly Disturbing

The ban brings to light a bigger issue. → Read More

Why Some of Us Throw in the Towel While Others Get Back Up

How likely we are to bounce back from a setback is not predetermined. Here's why, and what you can do to cultivate your inner fighter. → Read More

Anger Is Causing the Republican Party to Hulk Out!

Donald Trump is the poster boy for the GOP, which has used its ability to harness anger for the powers of bad. → Read More

Why We Need Friends Now More Than Ever

Studies say we need friends in order to be happier, healthier, and to live longer — but in this case, is less more? → Read More

How Practicing Gratitude Will Rewire Your Brain

Even when everything sucks, you can still feel thankful. → Read More

How practicing gratitude rewires your brain for the better

Even when everything sucks, you can still feel thankful. → Read More