Psychology says sisters who behave like mothers are not controlling: Why some girls naturally become the second parent in the familyPsychology suggests that sisters who often behave like mothers are rarely trying to control everyone around them. More often, they are resp...
22 Jun, 2026, 05.47 PM IST
Psychology says people who save ‘special’ items for the future are not being practical: Why the brain delays joy, waiting for the perfect momentPsychology suggests that adults who hold on to special items are rarely acting irrationally. More often, they are trying to preserve someth...
18 Jun, 2026, 10.48 PM IST
Psychology suggests the adult who always offers to drive isn’t being generous; the wheel is the one place they control the route, the pace, and the exit, and for someone who grew up powerless, that feels like reliefSome people always volunteer to drive. This habit stems from a childhood where they had little control. The driver's seat offers a sense of...
18 Jun, 2026, 04.25 PM IST
People who grew up in the 60s and 70s know there was a particular freedom in a summer with no schedule, no camps, no enrichment, just a long empty stretch you were expected to fill yourself, and somehow always didSummers of the past offered unstructured time, fostering creativity and self-reliance through boredom and exploration. This "wasted" time, ...
12 Jun, 2026, 07.51 PM IST
People who grew up without seatbelt laws, bicycle helmets, or parental supervision past the front door often describe their childhoods not as reckless but as unusually free, and many are still sorting out which of those things they believeResearch indicates a decline in children's independent activity is a key driver of falling mental wellbeing. This shift from unsupervised p...
12 Jun, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Romance redefined: The rise of dark and unconventional romantic stories in cinema, where love is not just candlelight dinnersRecent films like Send Help, Sanctuary, and The Drama explore intense love stories. These movies feature unconventional relationships and p...
23 May, 2026, 11.31 PM IST
India's greatest business school: No MBA, no campus, no degree — This is how the most successful business community in the world's most populous country actually learnsIndia’s business culture is changing fast. Yet one community understood entrepreneurial learning decades earlier. The Marwari business mind...
11 May, 2026, 09.26 PM IST
Actor Madhavan’s son Vedaant, who has won 5 gold medals as swimming champion, reveals routine behind success, shares how he stays calm in competitions: 'You just need to focus on....'Vedaant Madhavan, son of actor R. Madhavan, has forged his own identity as a champion swimmer, excelling in freestyle events. His impressiv...
23 Apr, 2026, 12.51 PM IST
This Simple Kitchen Routine Saves Time Every Single DayBusy kitchens can cause stress. A small habit, a short kitchen reset after every meal, can boost efficiency and mental focus. This practice...
04 Apr, 2026, 06.56 PM IST
Short-form video impact: How scrolling affects attention span & well-beingShort videos are impacting attention and emotions. A large study shows excessive scrolling links to reduced focus and increased stress. The...
26 Feb, 2026, 05.13 PM IST
People Who Tidy Up While Cooking Share These 9 Traits, According to PsychologyCleaning while cooking shows deeper personality traits. It indicates a disciplined mind that plans ahead. Such habits help manage stress an...
17 Feb, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Solitude vs Loneliness: Psychologists Explain Why They’re Not the SameSolitude is a chosen, intentional state of being alone that can foster self-reflection and emotional balance. Loneliness, however, is an em...
16 Feb, 2026, 11.58 AM IST
Why psychologists say humming quietly helps calm stress and improve focusUnconscious humming offers surprising psychological benefits, according to experts. This simple act calms the nervous system, reduces stres...
31 Jan, 2026, 07.55 PM IST
IITs step up measures to address mental wellness of studentsIndian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are increasing preventive measures following several suicides of students this year. The changes inc...
28 Jul, 2023, 04.40 PM IST
Did you know that Donald Trump suffers from bathmophobia?Here are some other famous personalities and the bizarre phobias they suffer from.
01 May, 2017, 12.12 PM IST
Six documentaries on business that you must watchWe have identified six documentaries that offer an entertaining storyline, as well as valuable insights into business success.
04 Jun, 2015, 09.41 AM IST
World Cup 2015: India's batting is not only about Virat Kohli says SA coach Russell DomingoIndia has got a seriously good batting line-up and it's not our style to target one individual player in a batting line-up: Russell Domingo
19 Feb, 2015, 01.53 PM IST