Progressive, rational, logical, evidence-based essays on religion, politics and social issues. And a psychologist’s exploration of how people decide what to believe, what is true, how to think critically, and how to avoid false conclusions, phony ideas, mistaken beliefs, and other BS.
A progressive, rational, logical, evidence-based point of view on religion, science, psychology, politics, and social issues. And a psychologist’s exploration … Continue reading “I would rather live with unanswered questions than unquestioned answers.” Valerie Tarico.com
Trauma in childhood often causes life-long harm. During more than forty years as a clinical psychologist, I worked with many … Continue reading An ACE for Trump is not a good thing
Reducing violence in America is difficult and complex. We have to face facts to make progress. We have more guns … Continue reading Vanquishing Violence
Although violence throughout the world has decreased over several centuries, in America it remains so prevalent that we may take … Continue reading The Secret Source of American Violence
President Trump claims that NFL athletes dishonor America, our flag, our national anthem, and our military when they kneel or … Continue reading Dishonoring America
Religionists often claim that religion is charitable while atheists, agnostics, etc. are not. While that is clearly not true, religious … Continue reading Nonbelief Relief
Someone recently defended white nationalists at Charlottesville by claiming they do not want to hurt people of other races, they … Continue reading Defending White Nationalists
Many people hide their lack of religious beliefs on surveys. When people are asked their religious affiliation, even in anonymous … Continue reading Atheists are Your Friends
