Of all the scholars who have ever investigated heroism, the person with the deepest and most fascinating views of the causes of heroism may have been cultural anthropologist Ernest Becker. Becker took ...

When I heard that our October issue is all about “Community Heroes,” the first person who came to my mind is Belle Sweeney. Belle is a local force of nature, which is a bit of a surprise given how ...

The words “heroic,” “bravery,” and “courage” have a curious place in our language. We throw the verbs and adverbs around fairly easily — e.g., he braved the cold to get to work — but feel constantly ...

LONDON, Sept. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today's heroes aren't just found in capes or costumes, they're in classrooms, communities, and everyday moments. While many children still associate heroism with ...