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Psychology says people who solve crosswords and puzzles every day aren't just passing time, they may be training their brains to handle bigger challenges- The boss factor: Why a good manager matters more than you think for your career
- Your brain may activate a powerful muscle-building, fat-burning switch while you are in deep sleep. New research stuns scientists
- Yoga may boost cognition, reduce depression, aid gut health in early Alzheimer's: AIIMS studyA 12-week yoga program has shown promising results for individuals with mild Alzheimer's disease. Researchers at AIIMS, Delhi, observed sig...20 Jun, 2026, 10.58 AM IST
- Psychology suggests adults who talk themselves through everyday tasks aren’t scattered; self-guiding speech can help the brain maintain focus and reduce cognitive driftMany think that speaking to oneself is a sign of distraction, but research in psychology shows it's quite the opposite. Engaging in self-di...19 Jun, 2026, 06.34 PM IST
- Psychology says people who keep their phones face down through every meal, every meeting, and every quiet moment aren't being polite; they've quietly learned that the real drain isn't the notifications but the low-grade cost of being perpetually interruptibleResearch suggests flipping a phone face down during conversations offers more than just courtesy. Studies indicate this action helps manage...18 Jun, 2026, 04.26 PM IST
- Psychology suggests adults who bring a cardigan everywhere aren’t overprepared; they’re protecting comfort before discomfort steals attention, because the body is easier to regulate when it feels safeThink of a cardigan as your cozy companion in the quest for comfort. Beyond just providing warmth, it serves as a safeguard against the min...16 Jun, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
- Psychology says adults who look up restaurant menus before meeting friends aren’t fussy; they’re lowering cognitive load before connection begins, because too many small unknowns can drain social energyChecking restaurant menus beforehand is not fussiness but a smart way to manage mental energy. Social gatherings demand attention for conve...15 Jun, 2026, 05.17 PM IST
- Psychology says burnout is not laziness: Why sleep, weekends and vacations stop helping when your mind is exhausted from carrying silent pressurePsychology suggests that recovering from burnout requires more than extra sleep or the occasional day off. Lasting recovery often involves ...15 Jun, 2026, 05.15 PM IST
- Psychology says people who reread instructions twice before starting something aren’t slow: They’re protecting confidence with clarity, because the mind relaxes when the next step feels certainCountless folks find it beneficial to double-check the instructions prior to embarking on a task. Rather than signaling doubt, this action ...15 Jun, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
- Psychology says comparing your timeline to others may be damaging your confidence: Why seeing others succeed makes people question their age, choices and futurePsychology does not suggest that confidence comes from completely avoiding comparisons with others. Instead, self-confidence tends to grow ...14 Jun, 2026, 09.06 PM IST
- Psychology says bills and debt stress rewire your behavior: Why money worries can make you snap at loved ones and feel emotionally drainedPsychology suggests that when financial strain eases or individuals adopt healthier ways of managing stress, qualities such as patience, op...13 Jun, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
- Psychology says people who optimize every part of their lives often end up more depleted than those who don’t, because constant measuring, tracking, and improving is itself more costly than the benefitModern self-improvement tools promise better lives through tracking. However, this constant monitoring can create stress and pressure. The ...10 Jun, 2026, 06.14 PM IST
- Elon Musk's biggest rival isn't a startup, it's China, and they just won the brain chip raceElon Musk brain chip Neuralink competitor: China has approved the world's first brain-computer chip, NEO, for commercial sale after complet...08 Jun, 2026, 06.39 PM IST
- Sleeping over 8 hours daily? Senior Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals explains its underlying health issues and potential risksAre you sleeping more than 8 hours? New research has revealed that a study of nearly 500,000 people found a 'sweet spot' of 6.4 to 7.8 hour...07 Jun, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
- India leads global AI adoption at work: BCG reportIndia leads the world in using AI at work. Employees and managers are adopting AI tools widely. This adoption boosts job satisfaction signi...04 Jun, 2026, 07.45 PM IST
- Psychology suggests people who keep learning into their 60s and 70s aren't just filling time; they may be feeding curiosity in a way that helps memory stay engagedNew research reveals older adults remain curious and learn for psychological reasons. Curiosity boosts memory and learning across all ages....04 Jun, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
- Psychology says people who keep their phone face down during meals aren't just being polite - they are often protecting attention in a way that helps conversations feel more realPsychologists are concerned about how smartphones impact communication, even when not in use. Placing a phone face down is believed to mini...04 Jun, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
- Word of the Day: AprosexiaWord of the Day: Some forgotten words regain relevance because the world eventually grows into the problems they were created to describe. ...04 Jun, 2026, 02.49 PM IST
- Why traditional productivity metrics don’t work for knowledge workersWork today is filled with activity, yet outcomes often fail to keep pace. The productivity paradox reflects a growing gap between effort an...03 Jun, 2026, 01.40 PM IST
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