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SUPERSTITION PSYCHOLOGY
Psychology says tiny rituals can reduce stress even when they have no practical purposePsychology suggests that small rituals can sometimes help people cope with stressful moments because they create a sense of structure and p...- In 1518, hundreds of people in France danced uncontrollably for weeks until they collapsed; historians still cannot solve this mysteryIn the summer of 1518, hundreds of people in Strasbourg danced uncontrollably for days and even weeks, with some reportedly dying from exha...
- Civilisations, time and the turning wheelWestern confidence in linear progress has weakened due to recent global challenges. This has led to a renewed interest in Ibn Khaldun's cyc...
- Psychologists say wearing a lucky bracelet is not just superstition but can genuinely improve performance by increasing confidence and persistence, according to researchers from the University of CologneSuperstitions, like lucky charms or rituals, can surprisingly boost performance, a study reveals. Researchers found that these practices en...
- Why FIFA World Cup wins feel like personal triumphs and losses hurt worse than a breakupThe FIFA World Cup triggers intense emotions in fans due to deep psychological connections with their teams, tapping into identity and belo...
- Quote of the Day by Ancient Roman poet Lucretius: “The greatest wealth is to live content with…” – Inspiring lessons on human nature, simplicity, gratitude and why happiness comes from within by the philosopher known for deep reflections of human desireQuote of the Day by Lucretius: Lucretius’s quote, “The greatest wealth is to live content with little, for there is never want where the mi...
- Company struggles with people urinating on wall until employee suggests a brilliantly simple fixA viral post on X with more than a million views has invited an uncommon discussion after a user shared how a company reportedly stopped pe...
- Latest Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada OTT releases (Feb 23 - March 1): Roslin to Thadayam, new movies and shows on Netflix, JioHotstar, ZEE5Several new South Indian films and web series are arriving on OTT platforms this week. Audiences can look forward to a variety of genres, i...
- Honey OTT release details: When and where to watch the Telugu psychological horror thriller onlineNaveen Chandra’s Telugu psychological horror thriller Honey is set to make its OTT debut after a disappointing theatrical run. Directed by ...
- Word of the Day: ParaskevidekatriaphobiaA peculiar phobia, paraskevidekatriaphobia, describes the fear of Friday the 13th. While uncommon in daily talk, this lengthy term surfaces...
- Word of the Day: HexakosioihexekontahexaphobiaWord of the Day: Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia is the fear of the number 666, a figure widely associated with superstition and biblical sym...
- Think Numerology Predicts Your Future? Here’s What It Really Does (and Doesn’t)Numerology is often misunderstood because of common myths and half-truths. This article separates numerology myths vs facts, explaining wha...
- Screams on stream: Terrifying horror movies to stream on HBO Max this Halloween 2025Halloween 2025 is the ideal time to plunge into HBO Max’s terrifying horror collection, portraying a blend of classics and contemporary nig...
- Friday 13th is here: Why people think it's unlucky and what's the mystery behind it?Friday the 13th is seen as unlucky. This belief has roots in ancient superstitions. The number 13 and Fridays are considered unlucky. Some ...
- Friday the 13th: Here's what makes this day spooky and unluckyFriday the 13th is considered unlucky due to a combination of two superstitions: Friday being considered an unlucky day in some cultures an...
- Is number 13 unlucky? This sociologist explores misconceptions shared by millionsThe source of 13's bad reputation - "triskaidekaphobia" - is murky and speculative.
- Why to make peace with randomness in stock marketBeneath the randomness in market, there are patterns but they manifest themselves over long periods of time, driven by fundamental attribut...
- When do people use superstitions most?People are most likely to turn to superstitions or lucky charms to help them achieve their goals when they face high levels of uncertainty,...
- The miracle of lifeAre we to assume that it’s wrong to tell our children stories of, say, how Hanuman carried a whole mountain back to Ram.
- The MacBeth effect?Superstitions, said someone, "Is the only religion of which base souls are capable." But quite a lot of not-so-base souls from the subconti...
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