Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact

Stephen Brooks, host of "Save My Planet," recently interviewed the marketing director for sustainable tourism in Costa Rica.

The discussion focused on hotel ratings and the economic impact of tourism on local communities.

Capitalism is often seen as a dual force: a driver of prosperity that has lifted billions from poverty, yet also a system that can foster greed. Both views contain truth.

While free

Capitalism is often seen as a dual force: a driver of prosperity that has lifted billions from poverty, yet also a system that can foster greed. Both views contain truth.

While free enterprise promotes global prosperity, we must guard against materialism, remembering that money serves as a means to greater ends. Join Arthur Brooks—New York Times columnist, bestselling author, and president of the American Enterprise Institute—for this thought-provoking discussion.

This interview from The Well features Arthur Brooks discussing metacognition—the act of thinking about thinking. Brooks explains how this skill helps us reflect on our emotional life, allowing

This interview from The Well features Arthur Brooks discussing metacognition—the act of thinking about thinking. Brooks explains how this skill helps us reflect on our emotional life, allowing us to evaluate feelings before reacting. This practice fosters greater emotional health, much like encouraging children to "use their words" instead of screaming.

Metacognition is a learnable skill requiring patience. Brooks stresses that negative emotions are normal and healthy; what matters is how we engage with them. Mastering this ability can enhance personal happiness and the well-being of others. Watch Arthur Brooks’s next interview: There is a formula for happiness — but it’s highly misunderstood. Read the full transcript: https://bigthink.com/the-well/use-metacognition-for-emotional-intelligence.

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free

Economist Arthur Brooks, President of the American Enterprise Institute, offers insights on sustainability and culture. He contends that for most Americans, free enterprise is not merely an economic matter.

In his book, *The Battle*, Brooks argues that approximately 70 percent of the population views free enterprise as a fundamental lifestyle issue and the bedrock of American culture.