Psychology says people who struggle to confront others may be running a powerful risk calculationAvoiding a confrontation can be the safest and most sensible choice when a situation feels threatening. The pattern becomes more psychologi...
21 Sep, 2026, 08.58 PM IST
Psychology explains how US Navy SEAL training builds resilience - even when motivation runs outUS Navy SEAL training reveals resilience is not innate but can develop. Psychological traits like hardiness and grit adapt during demanding...
21 Sep, 2026, 11.08 AM IST
Psychology explains why parents struggle to throw out old report cards, drawings of their childrenParents often preserve old drawings, report cards and handwritten notes long after their children have grown up. Psychology offers several ...
20 Sep, 2026, 01.03 PM IST
Psychology says a clear goal and control over emotions is key for a quality conversationEstablishing clear objectives prior to discussions fosters effective dialogues. Maintaining emotional composure throughout conversations he...
19 Sep, 2026, 02.40 PM IST
Psychology says people who talk to pets like they understand every word may be using a very human social instinctHow people think about their pets may shape the way they interact with them. When an animal is regarded as part of the family rather than s...
18 Sep, 2026, 08.36 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep touching their hair on video calls may be responding to the ‘constant mirror’ effectVideo calls place people in the unusual position of watching themselves while simultaneously interacting with others. This can heighten awa...
18 Sep, 2026, 06.32 PM IST
Psychology says people who stand in queue for hours to buy an iPhone aren't necessarily Apple fans, they may be doing it for more than just the new phoneiPhone 18 queue Psychology: Why do people stand in long queues to buy a new iPhone when they can order it online? Psychology and consumer b...
18 Sep, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Psychology says people who ace job interviews may share this one skill that has little to do with their resumePerforming well in an interview and performing well on the job require some of the same abilities, but success in one does not automaticall...
17 Sep, 2026, 04.07 PM IST
- Psychology says people who spend generously on friends may be getting something money can’t buy
Over time, generosity can become a familiar way of expressing affection and maintaining closeness. People communicate care differently: one...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.47 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep losing their keys may be making this tiny attention mistakeSomeone may have no trouble remembering birthdays, work deadlines or the details of important conversations yet still lose track of the sam...
16 Sep, 2026, 07.14 PM IST
Psychology says people who compliment you right before asking for help may be doing more than being nicePeople often make requests feel warmer and less demanding by expressing appreciation, offering praise or using polite language. Giving some...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.05 PM IST
Psychology says people who always invite others to watch the game may be seeking more than just companyWatching a game gives people an instant sense of shared purpose. Instead of having to constantly think of new things to talk about, everyon...
15 Sep, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
Forgetting the names of people you just met? Psychology says it may not mean you have a bad memoryNames can be tricky for our brains to learn and remember effectively, as they usually don’t have intrinsic meaning and act merely as arbitr...
13 Sep, 2026, 05.41 PM IST
Not introvert or extrovert: New ‘Otrovert’ personality type is about feeling like an outsider, but there's a catchThe emerging personality type known as 'otrovert' refers to individuals who navigate social settings with ease, yet maintain a distinct psy...
13 Sep, 2026, 04.41 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer joint families may value belonging more than independenceFor some people, living in a joint family may offer psychological benefits that they value more than the independence of having a separate ...
12 Sep, 2026, 08.14 PM IST
Psychology says people who don't like working from home and prefer the office may be seeking more than productivityAn office can provide environmental cues, routines, social accountability and physical separation from household activities. These factors ...
11 Sep, 2026, 06.17 PM IST
Psychology says people who talk extensively in office aren't necessarily trying to dominate others: What the behavior reveals?Psychology says people who talk extensively in office aren't always trying to disturb others or avoid work. Excessive talking can be linked...
08 Sep, 2026, 10.18 PM IST