What characteristics do wise people share?

A cross-continental study finds much common ground

26 August 2024 - 04:38

The wisest people are reflective, logical in thinking and applying knowledge, as well as considerate of other people’s feelings and social context, a new study across 12 countries on five continents has found...

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