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Psychology says people who keep cracking jokes to lighten the mood may be hiding more than you thinkWhile some people simply enjoy making others laugh, others use humor as a way to cope with emotional discomfort or strengthen social bonds....- Psychology says people who laugh during serious situations aren't heartless or insensitive, they may be trying to manage intense emotions differentlyPsychology suggests that people who laugh during serious situations are not necessarily being insensitive or disrespectful. In many cases, ...
- Psychology of yawning: Psychology says the person who yawns right after you do isn't just tired; a 2011 study found contagious yawning is tied to empathy, and you catch it most from the people you're closest toA study suggests contagious yawning reflects emotional closeness between people. Researchers observed that people are more likely to catch ...
- 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. ...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- 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...
- What's the psychology of micromanaging bosses? Is your manager watching every move? The shocking reason your boss doesn’t trust youMicromanagement involves excessive oversight of employees’ work, often marked by constant monitoring, highly detailed instructions, and lim...
- 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...
- 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...
- 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 ...
- 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...
- Spiritual contagionThrough communal acts of prayer, meditation or other spiritual practices, a collective energy emerges, creating an environment conducive to...
- 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...
- Managing OneselfAs a leader, controlling emotional contagion, especially during the pandemic, should be a priority. Ignoring the power of mood, whether it ...
- 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.
- 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.
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