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An Inclusive Society Doesn't Ignore but Embraces Differences

Thomas Henricks Ph.D. on April 10, 2025

The "great society" is one that includes rather than excludes. It affirms that all of us, whatever our circumstances, can make important contributions to collective well-being.

The "great society" is one that includes rather than excludes. It affirms that all of us, whatever our circumstances, can make important contributions to collective well-being.

Self-Esteem
Self-Esteem in the Digital Age

Thomas Henricks Ph.D. on February 5, 2025

Personal Perspective: It's wrong to think of self-esteem as a quality that depends only on what we say and do. Self-congratulation is no substitute for the kindly regard of others.

Personal Perspective: It's wrong to think of self-esteem as a quality that depends only on what we say and do. Self-congratulation is no substitute for the kindly regard of others.

Fear
The Fear-Anger-Authoritarianism Connection

Thomas Henricks Ph.D. on October 1, 2024

The challenge to civilized persons is to acknowledge the worth of as many people as possible, even complete strangers or those who hold viewpoints quite different from their own.

The challenge to civilized persons is to acknowledge the worth of as many people as possible, even complete strangers or those who hold viewpoints quite different from their own.

Fear
Fear-Based Politics: The Psychology of Authoritarianism

Thomas Henricks Ph.D. on September 27, 2024

The challenge of the civilized person is to acknowledge the worth of as many people as possible, even those who are complete strangers or with viewpoints different from one's own.

The challenge of the civilized person is to acknowledge the worth of as many people as possible, even those who are complete strangers or with viewpoints different from one's own.

Friends
Travel Compulsion: Do You Have It?

Thomas Henricks Ph.D. on July 22, 2024

Is compulsive travel an attempt to bolster identity, to be known as someone who goes places and does things? Read on.

Is compulsive travel an attempt to bolster identity, to be known as someone who goes places and does things? Read on.

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Are You Too Nice?

Being overly polite might seem kind, but it often leads to problems anyway, in relationships, with friends, and at work.

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