Psychology says people who start feeling patriotic during sports matches aren't cheering for a team, they may be experiencing one of the brain's strongest social instinctsPsychology suggests that people who become especially patriotic during sporting events are not simply getting caught up in the excitement. ...
09 Jul, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
Quote of the day by Matt Damon: 'There is a lot of trouble out there. There is a lot of beauty, too. But I hope you...' Inspiring lesson on hope, compassion from the American actor and humanitarian known for versatile acting talentQuote of the Day by Matt Damon: Matt Damon's quote, "There is a lot of trouble out there. There is a lot of beauty, too. But I hope you see...
08 Jul, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Psychology says people who honk in heavy traffic may not be impatient, they could be reacting to stress, loss of control and mental overloadWhy do some people repeatedly honk in heavy traffic? Psychology suggests the behavior may be linked to frustration, stress, perceived loss ...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.28 PM IST
Psychology says kids who copy their parents aren't being mischievous, they're building their identity one habit at a timePsychology teaches us that ordinary daily habits can have a profound impact on a child’s development. Children are not simply copying behav...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
Scientists say dogs can smell each other’s emotions, and react differently to joy or stressDogs possess a remarkable ability to detect and respond to the emotions of other dogs through smell. Scientific studies reveal that canine ...
19 May, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
Quote of the day by ‘Great Expectations’ author Charles Dickens: ‘It is a fair, even-handed, noble adjustment of things, that while…’Charles Dickens, a renowned Victorian author, understood the power of joy. His works, like A Christmas Carol, blended social commentary wit...
10 May, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
Why do couples fight in the car? Psychology says it’s not normal — and this hidden pattern could be quietly damaging your relationshipSurveys conducted in Europe and the UK indicate that most couples argue in the car at least once a month, with a notable share reporting co...
09 May, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
You Quit Your Job, So Why Does Everyone Feel So Stressed After?Employee resignations significantly impact office emotional climates, causing stress for both departing individuals and remaining staff. Ma...
18 Apr, 2026, 03.07 PM IST
Why That One Coworker’s Daily Rant Sticks With You Longer Than You ThinkConstant workplace venting, known as co-rumination, can negatively impact both the person sharing and the listener. This behavior, often dr...
30 Mar, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
How Do Mammals Communicate Emotions? Why Scientists Say Their Social “Language” Is Closer to Humans Than We ThinkAnimal communication is more than simple signals. Mammals use sounds, expressions, and touch to convey emotions and social messages. Brain ...
09 Mar, 2026, 02.44 PM IST
Not just IQ. Ankur Warikoo shares what separates winners from everyone elseAnkur Warikoo champions emotional intelligence over raw intellect for success, citing Justin Wright's nine EQ skills. He argues that unders...
20 Jan, 2026, 12.57 PM IST
- Spiritual contagion
Through communal acts of prayer, meditation or other spiritual practices, a collective energy emerges, creating an environment conducive to...
29 Nov, 2023, 11.17 PM IST
View: An Indian World Cup watcher’s ‘emotional contagion’ provides him pleasure via other countriesFinding joy in foreign landscapes, unfamiliar cuisine and cocktails, stories and movies depicting other cultures that one barely knows anyt...
18 Dec, 2022, 11.26 PM IST
- Managing Oneself
As a leader, controlling emotional contagion, especially during the pandemic, should be a priority. Ignoring the power of mood, whether it ...
27 Apr, 2021, 05.26 PM IST
After facing criticism, Facebook announces change in research policyTraining sessions, including the introductory six-week training "bootcamp" for engineers, will now include a module on research.
03 Oct, 2014, 11.22 AM IST
The likes of Facebook present ancient wisdom in new formsThe latest story doing the rounds is how managers at Facebook did some emotional experiments on unsuspecting members.
04 Jul, 2014, 02.25 AM IST
Facebook feelings are contagious: StudyPositive posts beget positive posts, the study found, and negative posts beget negative ones, with the positive posts being more contagious.
13 Mar, 2014, 01.08 PM IST