9 Best Articles on Apathy
The most useful articles and videos on apathy from around the web, curated by thought leaders and our community.
Refind focuses on timeless pieces and updates the list whenever new, must-read articles or videos are discovered.
Top 5 Apathy Articles
At a glance: these are the articles that have been most read, shared, and saved on apathy by Refind users in 2026 so far.
Videos
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Why We All Fall Victim to Bystander Apathy
In the latest episode ‘The Life Of The Mind’, Steven Pinker delves into the mind of a bystander and explains the social-psychological theory of bystander apa...
Dolores Huerta: How to overcome apathy and find your power
Shared by 16, including Matthew Turland
Short Articles
Short on time? Check out these useful short articles on apathy—all under 10 minutes.
The Guardian view on Cop27: this is no time for apathy or complacency
Editorial: This editorial calling for action from world leaders on the climate crisis is published today by more than 30 media organisations in more than 20 countries
Here’s how to demolish the most common excuses for climate crisis apathy
Every one of us now has a duty to do something, if not for ourselves then for the survival of future generations, says philosopher Elizabeth Cripps
Apathy Keeps Russia’s Death Cult Alive
Some Russians embrace their country’s nihilism. Others help maintain it through their resignation and indifference.
Jack Kornfield — How to Overcome Apathy, Find Beautiful Purpose, Befriend Anger, and Make Your Own Damn…
Interview with Jack Kornfield on The Tim Ferriss Show podcast
Why Don’t Young People Vote? This System Doesn’t Want Them To.
Don’t lament young people’s apathy, consider what’s making them apathetic.
Long Articles
These are some of the most-read long-form articles on apathy.
What Nihilism Is Not
In order to preserve nihilism as a meaningful concept, it's necessary to distinguish it from pessimism, cynicism, and apathy.
On The Sidelines Of Democracy: Exploring Why So Many Americans Don't Vote
In recent midterms, 4 in 10 eligible voters cast ballots. Nonvoters talk of apathy, disgust, barriers and other reasons. But those who don't vote, and their interests, can be ignored by candidates.
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