In 465 BC, on the island of Syracuse in Sicily, two tyrants, Gelon and Hieron, seized land by force and expelled the population. To resolve the dispute, the expropriated and the tyrants were summoned ...

We've all encountered individuals who seem to possess an outsized sense of self-importance, a relentless need for admiration, and a surprising lack of empathy for others. These traits, often ...

Many people prefer to avoid arguing if at all possible because they don't like confrontation. But it's impossible to make it through life without any arguments at all. There really is an art to ...

When you’ve been attacked, you’re already at a huge disadvantage. Anything you say in response can be dismissed as mere defensive retaliation. When you’re not trusted, it does you little good to say, ...