Teens think listening to music helps them concentrate. It doesn't. It relieves them of the boredom that concentration on homework induces.

People who work crossword puzzles know that if they stop making progress, they should put the puzzle down for a while.

[When asked if the voice is an instrument:] Yes, of course. Some are violins, some are fountain pens and some are stethoscopes. And others are just washboards.

Be able to tell whether garments that look good on the hanger actually look good on you

When our spelling is perfect, it's invisible. But when it's flawed, it prompts strong negative associations.

Know why certain foods, such as truffles, are expensive. It's not because they taste best.

Society needs people who can manage projects in addition to handling individual tasks.