Psychologists explain why parents should not say ‘we cannot afford it’ to kids. Parenting lessons on how to teach money's value to kidsMany parents use the phrase "We can't afford it" to turn down their children's requests, but psychologists say it may create unnecessary an...
30 Jun, 2026, 05.12 PM IST
Psychology behind retail therapy: Study reveals why some people can't stop buying and how shopping turns addictivePsychology of shopping addiction: A study reveals nearly half of adults surveyed exhibit signs of shopping addiction, driven by a need to e...
30 Jun, 2026, 06.05 AM IST
Why do people say ‘God bless you’ when they sneeze? The psychology, science, history behind the strange habitSneeze Psychology: The common reflex to say "God bless you" after a sneeze stems from ancient beliefs about souls leaving the body and fear...
29 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Why do people hate? Understanding the psychology behind hatredHatred, a potent emotion, often arises from fear of the unknown, past hurts, jealousy, and group identity. Misunderstandings and a desire f...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.52 AM IST
Why do people cry? Understanding the science and psychology behind tearsTears, a natural human response, serve vital physical and emotional functions beyond just sadness. Scientists explain that emotional tears,...
29 Jun, 2026, 11.26 AM IST
Psychology says people who talk to others from inside the washroom aren’t crossing personal boundaries, they may be more uncomfortable with silence than conversationPsychology suggests that people who talk to others from inside the washroom are often influenced by a combination of social bonding, commun...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.31 PM IST
She studied after grazing buffaloes & doing household chores: How a Tamil Nadu taxi driver's daughter defied all odds to become IAS officer with AIR 152IAS success story: Vanmathi, daughter of a taxi driver from rural Tamil Nadu, defied financial hardship and societal pressures to become an...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.29 PM IST
Psychology says people who always wear shoes wherever they go may not be obsessed with fashion but driven by an unexpected need for control and comfortWhy do some people always wear shoes, even inside the house? Psychology suggests the habit may be linked to preparedness, cognitive comfort...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
Psychology says people who change their bedsheets every day may be seeking more than just hygiene, they may be cleaning off the stressPsychology says people who change their bedsheets every day may be influenced by perceived control, habit formation, conscientiousness, and...
27 Jun, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
Psychology says people who work from coffee shops aren't trying to escape work: The real reason behind this habitPsychology says people who work from coffee shops aren't simply looking for a change of place. Many people choose cafés because the environ...
25 Jun, 2026, 02.00 AM IST
Psychology says people who say ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ may not always be avoiding blame, they could be trying to reduce emotional pain and guiltWhy do some people constantly say ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ during difficult conversations? Psychology suggests it may be linked to guilt man...
24 Jun, 2026, 11.16 PM IST
Why do people do what they do? The psychology behind human motivationExploring the age-old question of human motivation, a recent online discussion revealed diverse drivers. While some suggested social accept...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
Psychology says people who call the guy for even a small thing to be done at home aren't lazy: What this behaviour may really mean?Psychology says people who call the guy for even a small thing to be done at home aren't always avoiding work. Psychology explains that thi...
24 Jun, 2026, 02.56 AM IST
Psychology says people who never take their dishes to the kitchen and leave for others aren't always lazy, they may be repeating invisible patterns they learned years agoPsychology teaches us that everyday habits often reveal invisible social dynamics. The dishes themselves are rarely the real story. Respons...
23 Jun, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
This simple behavioral psychology principle explains why rewards make difficult tasks easierDiscover how to conquer procrastination with a simple psychological trick. Premack's principle reveals that linking less enjoyable tasks to...
21 Jun, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
Psychology says people who always use speakerphone aren't trying to annoy others but are processing connection, convenience and attention differentlyPsychology suggests that everyday habits often reflect the ways people adapt to modern life. Constantly using speakerphone is rarely an int...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who wash dishes right after eating aren’t just tidy; they’re closing small mental loops, because unfinished tasks tend to stay active in attention longer than most people realizeTidying up the kitchen right after a meal can do wonders for your mindset. Those dirty dishes represent unfinished business, cluttering you...
18 Jun, 2026, 08.09 PM IST