The benefits of going posthuman.
Being human these days can be an amazing experience. Especially when you stop behaving like one. The idea of the “posthuman” (and it’s subset “transhuman”) originated in the fields of…
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Carry one of these at all times.
Lemons have suffered from an image problem since they first came to fruition. Perhaps this is due to their stinging acidity and tough skins (although both are considered positive traits…
Seek information outside the usual sources.
While the digital age offers us more choices than ever to expand our intelligence, it’s actually making it easier to wind up with a shallow depth of field. Take the…
Today is International SuperOptimist Day!
By order of the king, June 21st has been officially declared International SuperOptimist Day. We invite you to join hundreds of fellow self-experimenters as we take this moment to celebrate…
Staring can be good for your health.
A recent study found that a single hour in an art museum improved a person’s attitude and demeanor. But rather than battle the crowds at MOMA, spending some time staring…
Place your worst idea here.
Many times we do work that is not quite up to snuff. It’s missing something, or is unfinished…we consider it a mistake, or just a little “off.” Since it doesn’t…
15 thoughts to age better by.
Philosophers, savants, and sages have said that with age comes the wisdom of experience. Here are a few nuggets we’ve amassed over the course of 122 years on earth (collectively…
The fountain of youth, explained.
The following is a tribute to one of the founders of SuperOptimism on the occasion of his birthday. Some people wonder why he doesn’t behave like a “mature adult.” We…
When in doubt, think scientifically!
Do you act impulsively when it comes to food? Drugs? Sex? Power? Money? By understanding our thoughts and cravings are merely electrical impulses which rise and fade, we can teach…
You’ve already won the lottery!
Is today just another run-of-the-mill kind of day? Or is it really a full-blown, fall on your knees, cry-tears-of-joy-for-your-lucky-break-miracle kind of day? We think the latter. Why? Because you are…