The other day, I asked one of my friends, a paralegal at a large law firm, about his work life. He replied in one sentence: “Let’s just say I would be better off juggling three flaming torches while ...

Analogy: An analogy is a comparison between two seemingly unrelated things to highlight their similarities or differences. It serves as a bridge between the known and the unknown, simplifying complex ...

When Federal Reserve Chief Ben Bernanke appeared on the TV news show 60 Minutes to persuade us to bail out the banking system, he didn’t bother with charts, figures, or lengthy argument. Instead, he ...

Stories and analogies can help rheumatology patients understand the complexities of their conditions and improve medication ...

I like to share analogies that explain complex topics. I do it for two reasons. First, if it helps me to understand a topic more clearly, then I assume it will help others. Second, good analogies ...

Researchers who study belief dynamics often use analogies to understand and model the complex cognitive-social systems that underlie why we believe the things we do and how those beliefs can change ...

"Narcissus" by Caravaggio (c. 1598). Source: Wikimedia Commons/Public Domain What is an allegory? An allegory (Greek, "a speaking about something else") is a complete and cohesive narrative, for ...

So we recently talked to musician Rufus Wainwright about his new big plan for the summer solstice, or, as he calls it, Blackout Sabbath. He wants everybody to turn off all their lights and unplug ...