NATO Chief Scientist’s Reports When we think about war, we still tend to picture physical space: territory, airspace, and weapons systems. Yet contemporary conflict increasingly extends beyond the physical battlespace — into how people perceive reality, interpret information, and make decisions under pressure. This shift sits at the centre of what NATO describes as Cognitive […]
The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise by Benjamin West, 1791 Romantic relationships are a source of great joy — and, often, great frustration. Many people find that being in a couple isn’t always easy, and conflicts or misunderstandings arise frequently. Despite love and best intentions, partners can struggle to get along or feel […]
At the Writing Table by an unknown American painter, 1790 Overthinking refers to the habit of repetitive, unproductive thought – going over the same thoughts again and again without reaching a solution. We’ve all experienced getting caught in a spiral of “what-ifs”, second-guessing decisions or replaying past mistakes in our minds. While a certain amount […]
Have you ever wondered what anxiety really is? The WHO has it that anxiety is a “feeling of unease, such as worry or fear, that can be mild or severe.” Such a classification seems to be an accurate one. However, it does miss one important aspect: anxiety is often a self-imposed symptom that comes from an […]