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Feb. 17, 2026

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING - How Stress Distorts Your Thinking

Everyone seems more stressed than ever — and oddly, some people even wear it like a badge of honor. But chronic stress isn’t something to brag about. It quietly alters the way you think. It amplifies worry, exaggerates threat...

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Feb. 16, 2026

Street Smarts That Keep You Safe & The Science of Great Ideas

When a big storm is on the way, it happens like clockwork: empty shelves, frantic shoppers, and a sudden shortage of eggs, bread, and milk. Why do people panic-buy the same items every time? And how much do you actually need ...

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Feb. 14, 2026

The Secrets Twins Share & Subtle Money Mistakes to Avoid-SYSK Choice

Why twins captivate us so deeply — and the subtle money mistakes people make without realizing they’re costing themselves.

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Feb. 12, 2026

How to Find True Love & Why Some People Pursue Impossible Goals

What actually brings people together romantically — and why some people devote their lives to goals they know they’ll never achieve.

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Feb. 10, 2026

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING - The Science of Sleeping, Breathing, and Hydrat…

You’re probably sleeping, breathing, and hydrating wrong. Small fixes that can make a big difference to your health.

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Feb. 9, 2026

The Automatic Path to Wealth & How to Beat Self-Doubt

Why the simplest money habits work best — and how self-doubt quietly sabotages opportunities you know you want.

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Feb. 7, 2026

Why Everything We Do Matters & The Importance of Big Tech Oversight -…

How tiny, everyday choices quietly shape your life — and why a handful of tech companies now hold more power than most governments.

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Feb. 5, 2026

Why We Buy Cheap Stuff - Then Regret It & Important Clues About Your …

Why we’re drawn to cheap souvenirs and knick-knacks — and what really matters when it comes to staying healthy and active.

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Feb. 3, 2026

Bonus: SYSK TRENDING - Finding Your Motivation

What really motivates people? A SYSK Trending conversation with Daniel Pink on why carrots and sticks don’t work.

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Feb. 2, 2026

The Human Need to Matter & The Enduring Appeal of Cats

Why feeling like you matter is a core human need — and why millions of people form deep bonds with pets that seem not to care at all.

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Jan. 31, 2026

Our Strange Relationship With Robots & What is Confidence? - SYSK Cho…

Why humans trust robots more than they should and what it means to be confident

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Jan. 29, 2026

Why You Click With Some People & How to Pursue Anything with Excellen…

Why some people instantly click — and how chasing excellence the wrong way can quietly work against you.

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Jan. 26, 2026

How Great Ideas Are Born & Why We Stick With People Like Us

Why some of the best ideas come from accidents — and why humans are so strongly drawn to people who think just like they do.

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Jan. 24, 2026

The Powerful Ways Culture Shapes Us & Why We Struggle With Fitness-SY…

Culture quietly shapes what we value and how we behave — including why so many people struggle with fitness, even when they know it matters.

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Jan. 22, 2026

How Not to Die Anytime Soon & Why You Need Friction in Your Life

An ER doctor reveals the most common everyday dangers — and what would really happen if friction suddenly disappeared from your life.

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Jan. 19, 2026

How to Adapt When Life Throws a Curveball & Understanding the Flow of…

Why some people adapt to major life changes better than others — and why time can feel like it speeds up, slows down, or slips away entirely.

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Jan. 17, 2026

The Science of Recognizing Faces & The Rules to Clearer Thinking-SYSK…

Why some people instantly recognize faces while others struggle — and what that reveals about how your brain really works.

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Jan. 15, 2026

Why It's Good to Feel Guilty & How Plagiarism Really Works

Why guilt exists and how it can help you, why people plagiarize (even unintentionally), plus coffee caffeine myths and the power of mom’s voice.

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Jan. 12, 2026

Powerful Ways to Regulate Your Emotions & What Laughter Does for You

How to regulate your emotions, the importance of laughter and what grown kids think of their parents.

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Jan. 10, 2026

Why Everything We Do Matters & The Importance of Big Tech Oversight -…

How tiny, everyday choices quietly shape your life — and why a handful of tech companies now hold more power than most governments.

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Jan. 10, 2026

Strange Ways Men and Women Differ & Why We Label Some Animals Pests -…

How men and women differ in unexpected ways, why humans label animals as pests, plus smarter passwords and a safety tip most drivers miss.

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Jan. 8, 2026

How Your Sense of Taste Really Works & Why Sports Fans Care So Much

Why food tastes different to everyone, how taste changes over time, why sports fans feel so connected, plus surprising insights on driving sick.

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Jan. 5, 2026

The Human Need to Matter & The Enduring Appeal of Cats

You’ve probably been told to be grateful for what you have — but that advice isn’t just feel-good wisdom. Research shows that intentionally expressing gratitude can actually change how your brain functions, influencing mood, ...

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Jan. 5, 2026

How Ozempic and Similar Weight Loss Drugs Really Work & The Story of …

The risks and rewards of Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs, the surprising history of money, and whether visualization actually helps.

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