The Neuroscience of Revenge, and Why Forgiveness Is a Real Brain Intervention
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

The Neuroscience of Revenge, and Why Forgiveness Is a Real Brain Intervention

Explore the neuroscience of revenge and forgiveness—why humiliation triggers the brain’s pain and reward circuits, how dopamine fuels retaliation cravings, and why forgiveness is a brain-based intervention, not just a spiritual ideal. Learn a practical “Mental Court” technique to gain accountability without harm, reduce rumination, restore self-control, and protect your future.

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Truth  vs.  Ego : How   Stoicism  Can  Help  Us  Overcome  the  Backfire  Effect
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Truth vs. Ego : How Stoicism Can Help Us Overcome the Backfire Effect

Discover how Stoicism helps overcome the backfire effect—a bias that causes people to resist evidence and cling to false beliefs. Learn how ego, identity, and fear of being wrong fuel this bias, and how practicing wisdom, courage, and self-reflection leads to growth, truth, and stronger connections with others.

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Kintsugi  and  Stoicism  – Turning  Life’s  Cracks  into  Gold
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Kintsugi and Stoicism – Turning Life’s Cracks into Gold

Discover the essence of nonjudgmental awareness in Discover how the Japanese art of Kintsugi and the ancient philosophy of Stoicism teach us to embrace flaws, accept change, and transform life’s hardships into resilience. Learn how your personal “cracks” can become golden seams of wisdom, strength, and beauty—and why our imperfections make us who we are.

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Why  Individualism  Fails:  A Stoic  Perspective  on   Connection  and  Purpose
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Why Individualism Fails: A Stoic Perspective on Connection and Purpose

Modern culture celebrates independence, but excessive individualism often leads to isolation and meaninglessness. This blog explores why the “self-made” myth fails and how Stoic philosophy—through thinkers like Seneca, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius—champions interconnectedness, gratitude, and community as keys to a fulfilled life.

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Facts  and  Feelings:  The Power  of  Objectivity
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Facts and Feelings: The Power of Objectivity

Discover the power of objectivity through Stoic wisdom. Learn how to separate facts from emotions, pause before reacting, and respond with clarity in life’s storms. Cultivate emotional resilience, improve difficult conversations, and regain control over your mind to find lasting peace and strength amid chaos.

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Why Am I Reacting Like This? Understanding Emotional Triggers and What to Do About Them
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Why Am I Reacting Like This? Understanding Emotional Triggers and What to Do About Them

Discovering your life's purpose is key to true fulfillment and personal growth. Overcome barriers like fear and limiting beliefs by aligning goals with your purpose. Research shows a strong sense of purpose boosts health and longevity. Follow steps like self-reflection, goal alignment, and community building to turn your purpose into actionable goals for a fulfilling life.

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Why  Kindness  Still  Matters  in  an  Age  of  Outrage
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Why Kindness Still Matters in an Age of Outrage

In a world fueled by outrage, is empathy a weakness—or our last hope? This blog explores empathy’s role in justice, civilization, and personal growth. Drawing on Stoic philosophy, historical examples, and modern critiques, it argues that empathy isn’t naive—it’s necessary for a functioning, humane society.

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Resistance  Training  for   the  Soul:  Why  the  Hard Way  Might  Be  the  Right  Way
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

Resistance Training for the Soul: Why the Hard Way Might Be the Right Way

Comfort may feel safe, but it’s secretly limiting your growth. In this deep dive into resistance, we explore how fear, discomfort, and hesitation are not signs of failure—but invitations to grow. Learn how embracing discomfort can train your nervous system, build resilience, and unlock the life you actually want.

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The Great Rewiring: How Smartphones Transformed Childhood and the Brain
Brian Granneman Brian Granneman

The Great Rewiring: How Smartphones Transformed Childhood and the Brain

Between 2010 and 2015, smartphones and social media rewired childhood, altering brain development, social skills, and mental health. Jonathan Haidt calls this the "Great Rewiring." He offers bold, research-based rules to help families and communities reclaim childhood in an age of digital overwhelm.

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