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The world is in debt, but who are we in debt to? Pro-wrestling is fake, so why do we love it? These are the kinds of discussions we have on Today I Learned -- a weekly show exploring a plethora of topics, to satisfy your curious mind!

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    • Society & Culture

The world is in debt, but who are we in debt to? Pro-wrestling is fake, so why do we love it? These are the kinds of discussions we have on Today I Learned -- a weekly show exploring a plethora of topics, to satisfy your curious mind!

    How to Write Creatively

    How to Write Creatively

    Whether you're a columnist for a newspaper, a film critic, a nonfiction writer or just enjoy writing casually, improving your creative writing skills is essential for achieving success. So, how do you do it?

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    • 47 min
    Why Do We Take Turns When Interacting?

    Why Do We Take Turns When Interacting?

    Why do we take turns when talking to one another? On the surface, it seems quite basic. Of course, we shouldn’t be talking over each other. But did you know that this seemingly basic thing we do every single day in all our conversations requires tremendous precision?

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    • 36 min
    Why Do People Self-Sabotage?

    Why Do People Self-Sabotage?

    Imagine pursuing a romantic interest while harbouring deep-seated insecurities or fear of intimacy, leading to self-sabotaging behaviours such as overanalyzing, pushing or creating unnecessary drama in the relationship. This is an example of self-sabotaging.
    But why do people self-sabotage?

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    • 22 min
    The Importance of Hope!

    The Importance of Hope!

    Hope is that feeling of wanting something to happen or to be true. It is the spark that keeps us going through tough times. But what is the deeper importance of hope? We speak to Dr Eugene Tee, Associate Professor in Psychology.

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    • 30 min
    Why Do We Celebrate Labour Day?

    Why Do We Celebrate Labour Day?

    Labour Day is celebrated on the 1st of May every year. But why do we observe Labour Day? What is its history? 
    We speak to Audi Ali, who’s a labour rights activist and a writer for Jentayu.

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    • 34 min
    Does Your Mind Keep Dwelling on Worst-Case Scenarios?

    Does Your Mind Keep Dwelling on Worst-Case Scenarios?

    Imagine this. Your partner seems a bit distant or quiet for a day or two. Instead of considering that your partner might be stressed or busy, your immediate thought is "They're probably cheating on me! Our relationship is doomed, and I'll never find love again!" That’s called catastrophizing. But what exactly is it and how do we overcome it?

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    • 31 min

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