Psychology says people who always use GPS while driving even when they know the way are not forgetful: Why they trust certainty more than memoryPsychology suggests that people who always use GPS while driving are rarely forgetful. They are often responding to the way the modern brai...
01 Jul, 2026, 10.10 AM IST
Psychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't simply bored: What this behavior may revealPsychology says people who keep scrolling on phones while watching TV aren't always distracted without reason. Psychology links this habit ...
01 Jul, 2026, 01.02 AM IST
Psychology says your cigarette cravings may have less to do with nicotine than you thinkStress significantly impacts the brain, driving smokers to seek comfort in cigarettes for quick relief from anxiety and pressure. Neuroscie...
30 Jun, 2026, 09.55 AM 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
Quote of the day by John Denver: ‘I think the biggest problem in the world is that we have a generation of young people, and…’ – Message for a generation that wonders if tomorrow will be betterJohn Denver, the beloved singer-songwriter, voiced concern decades ago about young people losing hope for a better future, a sentiment that...
29 Jun, 2026, 09.52 AM IST
- Stress spaces you out
Experiencing stress significantly degrades cognitive functions, impacting memory, judgment, and emotional regulation. A recent study in 'Sc...
28 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
- Antidote to anxiety
Stoicism, a 2,000-year-old philosophy, is seeing renewed interest in modern times due to rising economic uncertainty, job insecurity, polit...
26 Jun, 2026, 11.09 PM IST
Best Proverb of the Day: “A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures in the doctor's book” — A timeless reminder that true well-being often begins with simple habitsBest Proverb of the Day: An ancient proverb about a good laugh and a good sleep carries timeless wisdom for modern living. It sheds light o...
25 Jun, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
Quote of the Day by American psychologist William James on life lessons: “The greatest weapon against stress is… – Inspiring lessons on stress management, pressure, mental health, resilience and why you should not let your thoughts control you by the father of American psychology known for his deep insights into human nature and behaviorQuote of the Day by William James: William James’ quote, “The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over anot...
23 Jun, 2026, 11.26 PM IST
Psychology says adults who look in the mirror ten times a day are not narcissists: Why the brain keeps searching for reassurance, control and identityPsychology suggests that adults who frequently glance at mirrors are rarely being narcissistic. More often, they are seeking reassurance an...
23 Jun, 2026, 09.13 PM IST
Menagerie & other mysteriesThe passage describes a narrator enduring intense heat and humidity, feeling exhausted and drenched in sweat despite rain and constant fan ...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.40 PM IST
Psychology says adults who get anxious when their phone battery drops below 50% are not overreacting: Why people treat smartphones like a safety blanketPsychology suggests that adults who become anxious when their phone battery drops below 50% are rarely overreacting. More often, they are r...
21 Jun, 2026, 08.42 PM IST
Psychology says waiting until the last minute to work is not laziness: How deadlines and time pressure trick the brain into finally taking actionPsychology suggests that people who only become productive when deadlines are approaching are rarely lazy. More often, they are relying on ...
21 Jun, 2026, 04.38 PM IST
Psychology says adults who bite their nails are not simply nervous but are seeking an escape route from uncomfortable situationsPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
20 Jun, 2026, 12.24 PM IST
Pentagon tells US lawmakers it needs $80 billion for Iran war and other bills, WSJ reportsThe US Defense Department requires eighty billion dollars to cover expenses from the Iran war and other non-war related bills. A larger fun...
19 Jun, 2026, 09.07 AM IST
Psychology says people who check twice or thrice if they have turned the gas stove off or locked the doors before sleeping do not have OCD, they are just trying to create certainty before restPsychology suggests this behavior is rooted in a deeply human need for security and reassurance. Going to sleep requires temporarily lettin...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
Indian proverb of the day: ‘Worry doesn’t take away tomorrow’s troubles, it takes away today’s peace’, a timeless lesson on overcoming anxietyWorrying about future problems steals present peace. Excessive worry drains mental energy on imagined scenarios. Spiritual leader Gaur Gopa...
13 Jun, 2026, 07.00 AM IST