The Mechanism of Hate
The Mechanism of Hate: How Division Maintains Control In the grand tapestry of human history, one thread consistently weaves through…
Category: Psychology
The Art of Listening
The Art of Listening: How Developing This Skill Will Benefit Your Future In the fast-paced world of today, where conversations…
Why Do We Become Bored?
Why Do We Become Bored? Exploring the Science and Psychology Behind Boredom. Boredom is a common yet complex human experience…
What is truly real?
Exploring the Nature of Reality: The Mind’s Influence on Perception. The nature of reality has long been a subject of…
How Words Can Cast “Spells”
How Words Can Cast “Spells”. Words possess a remarkable power, one that can influence minds, evoke emotions, and even alter…
Third Man Syndrome
Understanding Third Man Syndrome: A Phenomenon of Unseen Companionship. Third Man Syndrome, also known as the Third Man Factor, is…
95% of Who We Are is Programmed by the Age of 35
Understanding Early Life Programming: The 95% Principle 95% of Who We Are is Programmed by the Age of 35. In…
How is Hate Used to Control People?
How is Hate Used to Control People? Hate is a powerful and destructive emotion that has been manipulated throughout history…
The Debate on Free Will
The Debate on Free Will: An Exploration of Determinism and Autonomy. The question of whether humans possess free will has…
How to tell if a conspiracy theory is probably false
Conspiracy theories can muddle people’s thinking. Natalie_/iStock / Getty Images Plus H. Colleen Sinclair, Louisiana State University How to tell…
Teens see social media algorithms as accurate reflections of themselves
Teens say ‘for you’ algorithms get them right. Photo illustration by Spencer Platt/Getty Images Nora McDonald, George Mason University Teens…
How much stress is too much?
How much stress is too much? A psychiatrist explains the links between toxic stress and poor health − and how…
Why is free time still so elusive?
Massive gains in productivity haven’t led to more time free from work. J Studios/DigitalVision via Getty Images Gary Cross, Penn…
‘Collective mind’ bridges societal divides
Paying attention to the same thing strengthens bonds between observers. Carlos David Gomez/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA Garriy Shteynberg, University of…
Interoception: the sixth sense we use to read hidden signals from our body – podcast
How good are you at listening to the signals of your own body? Your Hand Please via Shutterstock Gemma Ware,…
Take laughter, add tears − the secret recipe for the most-liked Super Bowl ads
Emotions often run high during the Super Bowl – and that includes during the commercial breaks. Nathan Howard/Associated Press Niusha…
Exploring the Mysteries of Near-Death Experiences and the Afterlife
Exploring the Mysteries of Near-Death Experiences and the Afterlife. Dive into the enigmatic world of near-death experiences (NDEs) and the…
What is resilience?
What is resilience? A psychologist explains the main ingredients that help people manage stress Much like learning the skills to climb…
Jan. 6 was an example of networked incitement
Jan. 6 was an example of networked incitement − a media and disinformation expert explains the danger of political violence…
Keeping a streak alive
Neither rain, nor snow, nor sleet, nor hail shall keep a streaker from their self-appointed activity. janiecbros/E+ via Getty Images…
Do you eat with your eyes, your gut or your brain?
The particular stressors of the holiday season can make it difficult to listen to your body. InspirationGP/iStock via Getty Images…
The Power of Perception: How Shaping Your Mind Shapes Your Future
The Power of Perception: How Shaping Your Mind Shapes Your Future. In the realm of human experience, the age-old philosophical…
Disinformation is rampant on social media – a social psychologist explains the tactics used against you
Disinformation campaigns use emotional and rhetorical tricks to try to get you to share propaganda and falsehoods. hobo_018/E+ via Getty…