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Psychology suggests people who keep the TV on in an empty house aren't simply avoiding silence; familiar voices can provide a sense of social presence that helps reduce feelings of isolation- In 1930, two brothers bolted a radio into a car dashboard, and the American road got its own soundtrack
- Psychology says people who keep a glass of water by the bed they never drink aren’t wasteful: They’re often quieting a low background vigilance with the knowledge that if they wake up needing something, it’s already there
- Psychology suggests the grandparent who tells the same family stories isn't losing the thread. Their autobiographical memory helps people keep a life coherentGrandparents often repeat family stories at dinner, a practice psychologists say is vital for preserving identity and making sense of life....28 May, 2026, 02.09 PM IST
- Is your boss playing favorites? Psychology says this bias is often driven by hidden insecurity — a need to control, boost ego, and mask deeper leadership weaknessesThe psychology of workplace favoritism shows that it is rarely about one employee being more capable than another. Instead, it often stems ...18 May, 2026, 02.34 PM IST
- ‘Team scapegoat’: Introvert worker says manager purposefully gives incomplete instructions to blame her when things go wrong while ‘star employee’ wins office politics by ‘fake laughing’ at boss’s jokesA new employee feels scapegoated at work due to a manager providing incomplete instructions and blaming newer hires for problems. The situa...18 May, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
- When a Coworker Says “I’m Close to the Boss” at Work, It Changes More Than You ThinkA seemingly casual remark about being "close to the boss" can subtly shift workplace dynamics. This informal connection, even without proof...06 Apr, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
- When Your Boss Says “I Trust You,” It Might Be Doing Something Unexpected at WorkManagers' expressions of trust, while seemingly positive, can create pressure and anxiety for employees, leading to increased caution due t...23 Mar, 2026, 03.58 PM IST
- Why do some bosses pick favorites and often call it "trust" insteadIn many workplaces, favoritism may not seem apparent at first, and it may even seem justified as something such as trust, team compatibilit...20 Mar, 2026, 05.53 PM IST
- "This is How We Do Things Here": When Company Culture Sounds Clear But Feels Different in PracticeBeing told “you’re doing fine” may sound reassuring, but research suggests vague feedback can limit growth. Without specific guidance, empl...18 Mar, 2026, 04.29 PM IST
- ‘I only have time for the important stuff...’: Why some managers control via selective attentionModern workplaces see managers focusing on what they deem important. This selective attention, influenced by cognitive biases, leaves some ...17 Mar, 2026, 06.45 PM IST
- Blame your parents for how food smells to you, your genes play a major roleA groundbreaking genetic study reveals that our DNA significantly influences how we perceive and react to everyday smells. Researchers iden...04 Aug, 2025, 09.05 AM IST
- Nithya Menen faces huge backlash after video of her being rude to crew member goes viralActress Nithya Menen faces backlash following an incident at the Kadhalikka Neramillai audio launch. Held ahead of the film’s January 14 re...11 Jan, 2025, 04.21 PM IST
- Three-way process: King Charles can’t have unilateral discussions with Prince Harry if William isn’t in agreementKing Charles' relationship with his son Prince Harry is more complicated than ever, and it turns out that Prince William plays a pivotal ro...15 Nov, 2024, 08.27 PM IST
- Bigg Boss 18: Ekta Kapoor asks Vivian Dsena 'who are you showing this arrogance', slams Rajat Dalal for physical aggressionEkta Kapoor, stepping in as the host for Bigg Boss 18 during Salman Khan's absence, confronted contestant Vivian Dsena for his arrogant att...08 Nov, 2024, 07.18 PM IST
- Portugal is facing suspension from the Schengen Zone. Here's what you need to know if you have a trip plannedTravelers eyeing Portugal must be aware of the EU's pressure on the country to implement a new border control system by July 2024, or face ...15 May, 2024, 11.53 AM IST
- Five tips to conquer ‘Pinterest’ for every beginnerYou must have heard about Pinterest – it is used widely – but do you use it? Regardless of whether you use it or not. These tips will help ...10 Jun, 2023, 01.00 AM IST
- Why as an investor you should literally follow Trump tweetsThe connection between Twitter and the trade-weighted dollar is not of trifling consequence.03 May, 2017, 12.43 PM IST
- 90% employees complain about salary disparity: SurveyIndia Inc is being blamed for playing favourites when it comes to pay packages, as 90 per cent of employees feel there is no pay parity.07 Sep, 2015, 03.38 PM IST
- 90 per cent employees feel there is no pay parity in organisations for same role: JobBuzz surveyDespite all the talk about pay-for-performance, India Inc. is being blamed for playing favorites when it comes to pay parity at same level.07 Sep, 2015, 03.30 PM IST
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