The ancient Greek philosopher Plato is often quoted as saying, “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight ...

Music plays a vital role in the quieter, more tender, more difficult moments of life, especially near the end. We’ve seen how a single note, played or remembered, can become a bridge between worlds, ...

The opening song on The Life of a Showgirl references the character Ophelia from William Shakespeare's Hamlet, who faces a ...

The construct of meaning in life is increasingly recognised as a central pillar of psychological well‐being. It encompasses not only a clear sense of purpose, coherence and existential mattering but ...

New research suggests that hopeful feelings predict greater meaning in life. Here’s what six studies reveal about the emotional power of hope. These studies were conducted by Edwards and colleagues ...

NEW YORK — The curtain has been drawn. The stage lights are on. It’s time for “The Life of a Showgirl.” ...