Proverbial

Is it better to find yourself, to lose yourself, or to be yourself? What if none of these really works? Joshua Gibbs explores.

"Don't shoot the messenger" seems like obvious advice, so why are we even tempted to shoot poor, helpless messengers? We have our reasons, though. Joshua Gibbs explores.

"You can't have your cake and eat it too," so which is better? Having it or eating it? Joshua Gibbs explores.

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away," although this episode is about an entirely different (every day) proverb.

From time to time, everyone has to phone it in. In this episode, Joshua Gibbs has a few consoling words to say about failing others and being failed by others. Be warmed and filled.

"You can't teach an old dog new tricks," but it's better this way. Joshua Gibbs explains why.

Is your church lucky to have you as a member? With the help of a famous proverb, Joshua Gibbs helps you determine the answer.

"Can I help you find something?" asks the Total Wine employee. Regardless of how you reply, there's a good chance you'll be led to the same boring bottle. Why? Because beauty has her defense mechanisms. Joshua Gibbs explores.

Every human judgement is based on incomplete data. A proverb from psychologist William James helps us sort out this vexing truth.