Psychology says people who skip self-checkout aren't inefficient; they may be holding onto a small social need the machine quietly erasedSmall, everyday interactions with acquaintances significantly boost happiness and belonging, research reveals. Even brief, warm exchanges w...
13 Jun, 2026, 03.56 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
‘I've stopped using exclamation marks when responding to emails from my boss’: When a boss told an employee to “get over” their mother’s death, the employee’s response left the internet thrilledA grieving employee, after their boss dismissed their mother's death as an inconvenience, subtly withdrew their performative cheer by remov...
05 Jun, 2026, 02.23 PM IST
People who grew up in the 1960s and 70s aren't more resilient because they were stronger; they just learned to function without feelingOlder generations are often perceived as tougher for 'getting on with it' without discussing feelings. However, researchers distinguish thi...
04 Jun, 2026, 02.15 PM IST
Psychology says adults who take the long way home aren't avoiding anyone. They're just giving one role time to end before another begins.The journey home offers a vital break. It provides a buffer zone, allowing minds to detach from work stress. This 'liminal space' is essent...
30 May, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
Psychology says people who reach their 60s without close friends are often not distant or unfriendly; they simply spent decades carrying the emotional burden in every relationship until they had nothing left to giveMany people spend decades being the emotional backbone of friendships. This constant giving without receiving leads to depletion. Eventuall...
28 May, 2026, 02.48 PM IST
Psychology says people who are kind but have no close friends often spend years being the one everyone calls in a crisis, and the loneliness they carry now comes from realizing no one calls backMany Americans feel lonely despite outward connections. This article highlights the plight of those who always support others but receive l...
28 May, 2026, 02.46 PM IST
‘Promoted, burnt out, or quit quietly?’: Gen Z candidate’s question on job interview gives HR a reality check on modern hiringGen Z employees are changing workplace culture. They seek work-life balance and mental health support. They question toxic environments and...
28 May, 2026, 10.16 AM IST
Psychology says every generation secretly believes the next one is ‘ruining society’: From Baby Boomers to Gen Z, here’s why it keeps happeningThe psychology behind generational conflict suggests that disagreements between older and younger people are rarely only about fashion, sla...
18 May, 2026, 02.33 PM IST
Gen Z employee refuses last-minute task after work hours. When faced with promotion risk, her reply left boss speechless. ‘Lack of planning does not create an emergency.’A young employee has set a new precedent in the workplace. She refused her boss's late-night request for a project report. The boss warned ...
19 Apr, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
Corporate India brings health intelligence to the fore as preventive care surges: ReportA wave of change is sweeping through Indian businesses as they embrace the significance of employee health. The rise in annual medical scre...
07 Apr, 2026, 04.57 PM IST
Anxiety and stress-related concerns account for nearly half of all mental health consultations in India: SurveyA recent MediBuddy survey reveals a concerning rise in anxiety and stress among India's millennial workforce, accounting for nearly 50% of ...
16 Apr, 2025, 04.57 PM IST
Gen Z, millennials say purpose at the core of job satisfaction and wellbeing; expect AI to improve work-life balanceGen Zs and millennials prioritize purpose, reject non-aligning work. Deloitte's survey on 22,800 reveals career shifts towards climate acti...
15 May, 2024, 12.17 PM IST
ITC Fiama mental well-being survey 2022: 87% GenZs feel relationships are the biggest cause of stressITC Fiama, on Mental Health day, in collaboration with NielsenIQ, released its second consecutive mental well-being study. Read to know more
17 Oct, 2022, 10.35 AM IST
Work is the biggest cause of stress for millennials; for Gen Z, it’s relationships and breakupsWork, relationships and social media are the key factors that cause stress, finds the survey, designed to ascertain the causes of stress wi...
10 Oct, 2022, 09.19 AM IST
Not so 'perfect'! Insta filters, RTs, unrealistic workplace competition hurting mental health of millennial IndiaStriving towards being the best among your peers without knowing how much you can push yourself can work against you, impacting mental heal...
18 Sep, 2018, 11.57 AM IST
Enjoy long walks? It will not just keep you fit, but is also the most effective anti-depressant97% of Indians who walk regularly, experience improvement in their mental and emotional health.
09 Apr, 2017, 10.28 AM IST