Psychology says people whose homes look perfect but cupboards are a mess may share this surprising tendencyCupboards are easy places to postpone organizing because the effort often brings little immediate or visible payoff. Tidying the living roo...
15 Sep, 2026, 09.35 PM IST
Psychology says people who always keep a lot of cash in their wallets may be seeking more than financial securityPeople may carry cash for very different reasons. For some, it is a practical way to control spending; for others, it provides reassurance ...
15 Sep, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
Psychology says people who need an energy drink every day may be caught in a powerful brain-behavior loopDrinking an energy drink every day does not necessarily mean someone is addicted to caffeine. People differ considerably in how sensitive t...
15 Sep, 2026, 05.30 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep taking breaks at work aren’t necessarily lazy, Their brain may be asking for something elsePeople who take frequent breaks while working are not necessarily less disciplined or productive. Some may simply understand that spending ...
15 Sep, 2026, 12.37 PM IST
Psychology says people who love celebrating their birthdays aren’t just looking to make the day specialBirthdays have a unique way of making the passage of time feel more noticeable. Unlike an ordinary day, they create clear milestones that d...
14 Sep, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
Psychology says people who understand that sometimes good isn’t good enough may think differently about successRecognizing that “good” is not always good enough can sometimes be an advantage. High standards may push people to notice flaws others miss...
14 Sep, 2026, 06.12 PM IST
Psychology says parents who still cover their kids’ books and notebooks with brown paper may be doing this more as a ritualPsychology can help explain why simple, repetitive routines may take on emotional significance, but no single habit can provide a complete ...
14 Sep, 2026, 01.06 PM IST
Quote of the day by Roald Dahl, 'A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men' teaches timeless wisdom on how humor, fun, imagination can boost happiness, creativity, mental well-being, make life more meaningfulQuote of the day by Roald Dahl’s witty wisdom offers a refreshing alternative. Sometimes the smartest thing we can do is give ourselves per...
13 Sep, 2026, 08.13 PM IST
- Psychology says women with 10-step skincare routines may be doing more than caring for their skin
A 10-step skincare routine can serve different psychological purposes, from self-care and personal identity to habit, enjoyment and a sense...
12 Sep, 2026, 11.32 PM IST
Psychology says students who never miss their favorite teacher’s class may be motivated by something deeperHaving a favorite teacher is a fairly common experience. Students may naturally connect more strongly with certain teachers because their c...
11 Sep, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
Psychology says you may keep watching a TV series you no longer enjoy for one surprisingly simple reasonWatching a series is not always about experiencing individual episodes one at a time. Instead, it can become a goal-oriented activity in wh...
10 Sep, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
Psychology says people who prefer takeout over dining in may be valuing one thing more than foodSomeone might enjoy dining at an elegant restaurant for a birthday or special occasion but still opt for takeout on an ordinary Tuesday. Th...
09 Sep, 2026, 07.22 PM IST
Psychology says people who wear fancy clothes at home may be doing more than looking goodPsychology suggests that dressing up at home may have less to do with seeking approval from others and more to do with how people perceive ...
09 Sep, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Psychology says people who love evening tea on their balcony or terrace may be protecting their mental spaceThat quiet cup of tea in the evening becomes a way of stepping out of the day for a while, for some people. It creates a familiar pause, a ...
09 Sep, 2026, 03.31 PM IST
Psychology says people who go for a run first thing in the morning may have this powerful mental habitMorning can offer a window before the day’s external demands begin to take over. Finishing a run before checking emails, attending meetings...
08 Sep, 2026, 08.01 PM IST
Psychology says parents who make their kids sit with the class topper may be onto something, but there’s a catchA supportive, engaged peer may be more useful than simply the student with the highest marks. Someone who explains concepts, studies consis...
08 Sep, 2026, 06.28 PM IST
Psychology says people who can’t stop at one cookie after opening the jar may be responding to more than hungerStrict dietary restraint can interact with cravings and reduced self-control in complicated ways. Research suggests that people with higher...
26 Aug, 2026, 04.10 PM IST