A close family member once offered his opinion that I exhibit the phone manners of a goat, then promptly withdrew the charge – out of fairness to goats. – Jeffrey Kluger
Since narcissism is fueled by a greater need to be admired than to be liked, psychologists might use that fact as a therapeutic lever – stressing to patients that being known as a narcissist will actually cause them to lose the respect and social status they crave. – Jeffrey Kluger
Becoming food savvy is one thing, but its amazing how fast savvy turns to snooty, and snooty leaves you preparing three-hour meals that break your budget and that the kids wont even eat. – Jeffrey Kluger
The families of many athletes – incensed at the sports leagues and hoping to make games safer overall – are increasingly making the brains of players who die prematurely and suspiciously available for study. Some athletes are even making the bequest themselves. – Jeffrey Kluger
I didnt know this about myself, but when Pirates of the Caribbean came out I realised that I didnt enjoy a huge amount of recognition. I didnt react to it well, but I think life is about finding out who you are and what you like. So I started doing independent movies and art-house films instead. – Keira Knightley