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The cognitive skills prized by the American educational establishment and measured by achievement tests are only part of what is required for success in life. Character skills are equally important determinants of wages, education, health and many other significant aspects of flourishing lives. James Heckman achievementamericanaspect share on social
For a variety of reasons, I have always felt myself an outsider. I don't know how to classify myself in economics. I am a loner. I do not like groupthink, which, if anything, has become more important in economics. In addition, a lot of the values I hold are not the mainstream values in the profession. James Heckman additionclassifyeconomics share on social
Religion gives you a sense of certainty. It makes you feel that you have the right answers to really big questions and that you've grasped the truth. James Heckman answerbigcertainty Change image and share on social
Technology is characterized by constant change, rapid innovation, creative destruction, and revolutionary products. Marsha Blackburn changecharacterizeconstant Change image and share on social
Mushrooms are miniature pharmaceutical factories, and of the thousands of mushroom species in nature, our ancestors and modern scientists have identified several dozen that have a unique combination of talents that improve our health. Paul Stamets ancestorcombinationdozen share on social
I don't think even when you find a person, you can be completely honest, ever. There's still pieces of you that you don't give away. I do believe you always need that place where it's just you, your thoughts, no one else's judgment or anything. Alicia Keys completelyfindgive share on social