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Sigal Samuel

Sigal Samuel

Senior Reporter

    Latest articles by Sigal Samuel

    Future Perfect
    One of the hottest therapy styles is scientifically shaky — so why does it seem to work?One of the hottest therapy styles is scientifically shaky — so why does it seem to work?
    Future Perfect

    Why so many people are obsessed with Internal Family Systems, even though its claims are dubious.

    By Sigal Samuel
    The Highlight
    You want a baby. Is it ethical to choose surrogacy?You want a baby. Is it ethical to choose surrogacy?
    The Highlight

    The line between medically necessary and elective surrogacy isn’t as tidy as people assume.

    By Sigal Samuel
    Future Perfect
    Claude has an 80-page “soul document.” Is that enough to make it good?Claude has an 80-page “soul document.” Is that enough to make it good?
    Future Perfect

    Anthropic’s philosopher, Amanda Askell, reveals what went into the chatbot’s moral education.

    By Sigal Samuel
    Future Perfect
    Your friends are still acting like everything is normal in America. What do you do?Your friends are still acting like everything is normal in America. What do you do?
    Future Perfect

    All Americans live in a “dual state.” Here’s what that means — and how to help others see it.

    By Sigal Samuel
    You can keep a child from starving for less than $100
    Future Perfect

    Fighting hunger can feel impossible. But thanks to new innovations, it’s actually never been cheaper.

    By Sigal Samuel
    26 things we think will happen in 2026
    Future Perfect

    From the state of democracy to the chance of a recession, here’s what could happen in 2026.

    By Bryan Walsh, Izzie Ramirez and 11 more
    Future Perfect
    How to break free of “money dysmorphia” — and 3 other tips on generosityHow to break free of “money dysmorphia” — and 3 other tips on generosity
    Future Perfect

    Giving away your money can feel great, if you do it right.

    By Sigal Samuel
    The 2,000-year-old debate that reveals AI’s biggest problem
    Future Perfect

    Silicon Valley is racing to build a god — without understanding what makes a good one.

    By Sigal Samuel
    Future Perfect
    How do you know if you’re wasting your life?How do you know if you’re wasting your life?
    Future Perfect

    You were told you’d change the world. But there’s a better way to think about your potential.

    By Sigal Samuel
    Future Perfect
    Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.Want to help animals? Here’s where to donate your money.
    Future Perfect

    These are the most effective charities for reducing animal suffering.

    By Sigal Samuel and Kenny Torrella