Lore

When tragedy strikes and poor choices haunt us, sometimes the only thing we can do is move on and build on the ashes of the past. But there are places where that hasn't worked out so well. In fact, so...

15 Okt 201833min

For thousands of years, humans have built rules and procedures for handling the various curveballs that life throws our way—and we place a lot of trust in those systems. Most of the time, it all works...

8 Okt 201831min

Life is full of challenges. From learning new skills to climbing the social ladder, most people struggle with the hurdles we're forced to overcome. But when it's all said and done, few things are as d...

1 Okt 201832min

Few things disappoint us more than when our expectations aren't met. We expect to be loved, or to be rewarded for our hard work. And above all, we expect the people in our lives to always be there. Wh...

17 Sep 201829min

Our understanding of the natural world is incredibly advanced compared to our ancestors from a few centuries ago. We have established rules and order to help us frame how everything works. On occasion...

3 Sep 201830min

Humans are hard-wired for trust. It's the secret ingredient that helps us form communities, build relationships, and grow as people. But while that trust is a noble inclination, it can also get us int...

20 Aug 201829min

There is a lot in life that we can control, but no system is perfect. Every now and then, circumstances pull the rug out from underneath us and leave us powerless. But at least one surprise turn of ev...

6 Aug 201828min

Islands have served a variety of functions for people over the years. They can be a place of safety and privacy, or of simplicity and escape. But islands have played host to other less savory events o...

23 Jul 201828min