Understanding the Mysteries of Human Behavior  
 
Happiness. Personality. Self-esteem. What makes us who we are? Three broad themes 
drive this fascinating series: evolution, self-awareness and culture. Gain insight into the 
most puzzling aspects of human behavior in this comprehensive series, which covers stress, 
conflict, self-control, memory and dreams, among other compelling human behavior topics. 
Throughout these lectures, you’ll explore the big question of why people think, feel and  
act the way they do. Dr. Mark R. Leary is a professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at 
Duke University. He is widely published on the topics of social motivation, emotion and  
self-relevant thought.
The Early Middle Ages    
 
Why did Rome fall? How did 
Christianity replace Paganism as 
Europe’s dominant religion? Who 
were the Carolingians, Franks and 
Goths? This course sheds light on 
the Dark Ages, relating the often 
surprising but true story of how 
Western civilization began. Spend 
time with the great names of early 
history — emperors Diocletian 
and Constantine, philosopher 
Augustine, Kings Arthur and 
Charlemagne, and influential 
others — learning how each in his 
time shaped our modern world, 
its cultures and religions. Currently 
a professor at William & Mary, 
Harvard PhD and author  
Philip Daileader specializes in the 
history of medieval Europe.
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