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Psychology says people who offer unreserved seats to any senior citizen or anyone who may need it more than them aren't just being polite: What this behavior reveals?- Psychology says people who bring food to every house party may be doing more than being polite
- Psychology says people who can’t stop helping strangers may be driven by more than kindness
- Psychology says people who always say ‘bless you’ after someone sneezes may have this psychological traitPeople who immediately say “bless you” are not necessarily more religious, empathetic or polite than others. However, the automatic respons...27 Aug, 2026, 02.29 PM IST
- Psychology explains why people pair emojis with text - And what it reveals about their personalityPsychology of pairing emojis with text: Incorporating emojis into text can compensate for the lack of visual expressions, adding emotional ...27 Aug, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
- Psychology says people who call just to get gossip may be looking for more than dramaCalling people simply to hear the latest gossip can reflect a range of motivations, including social curiosity, entertainment, a desire for...26 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
- Psychology says people who unconsciously match another person's walking speed may be experiencing behavioral synchronyUnconsciously matching someone else’s walking pace is not a hidden psychological code that can reveal exactly how you feel about them. Howe...25 Aug, 2026, 10.25 PM IST
- In 2011, scientists placed rats in transparent restrainers; their free companions learned to open the doors and even shared chocolate with themResearchers at the University of Chicago revealed a striking altruistic behavior in rats, who instinctively freed trapped companions withou...12 Aug, 2026, 07.40 PM IST
- Australian scientists put GPS trackers on five magpies; two were removed within hours, and all five were gone within daysA fascinating display of teamwork was observed in Australian magpies as they successfully removed tracking devices from fellow birds. Withi...12 Aug, 2026, 07.20 PM IST
- Psychology says people who like to do charity every now and then aren't necessarily seeking recognition: What this behaviour reveals?Psychology says people who like to do charity every now and then aren't always seeking praise or recognition. Their actions can come from e...06 Aug, 2026, 01.58 AM IST
- Psychology reveals the hidden meaning behind thanking drivers at crosswalks - and why this tiny gesture carries a bigger messageSmall acts of gratitude strengthen social connections and build healthy relationships between people. Kindness can spread from one person t...25 Jul, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
- Psychology says people who ask others to move a little bit and let them sit even if there is not much space in metro, train, bus or other public transport aren't being inconsiderate: What this behavior may reveal?Psychology says people who ask others to move a bit and let them sit even if there is not much space in public transport aren't always tryi...25 Jul, 2026, 02.03 AM IST
- Psychology says people who smile at strangers' babies aren't random, they may be following an ancient human instinctPsychology says people who smile at strangers' babies are often responding to deeply rooted psychological and evolutionary processes rather...24 Jul, 2026, 03.35 PM IST
- Psychology says people who always give expensive gifts aren’t trying to show off, they may just be being generousThe meaning of a gift often depends less on its price than on the thought, timing, and emotional significance behind it. An expensive prese...18 Jul, 2026, 01.24 PM IST
- Psychology says people who give unsolicited advice aren’t egomaniacs, they may be looking for the ‘helper’s high’ pleasureResearch suggests that the most effective advice usually begins with listening. By understanding another person's perspective before offeri...17 Jul, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
- Psychology says people who don't offer their seats on buses or metros aren't always inconsiderate but the reasons still deserve attentionPsychology does not support such a broad conclusion. There are many reasons why someone may not offer their seat. Some people may simply no...09 Jul, 2026, 03.41 PM IST
- Psychology says parents who like to play board games at home with their kids, friends or family aren't simply playing games: What this habit revealsPsychology says parents who like to play board games at home with their kids, friends or family aren't simply looking for entertainment. Ps...02 Jul, 2026, 12.49 AM IST
- Psychology says people who are extremely kind but have no close friends usually share one quiet habit: they make themselves useful instead of letting themselves be known, and intimacy can’t grow in a relationship that only ever flows one directionMany helpful people feel lonely despite being liked. Psychology reveals closeness needs more than kindness. It requires sharing personal ex...11 Jun, 2026, 05.46 PM IST
- Why Letting Someone Go Ahead in Line Reveals More Than Politeness, According to PsychologyPsychologists reveal that letting someone pass in line is a complex cognitive act, not just simple generosity. It demonstrates situational ...29 Jan, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
- Psychologists discovered a surprising secret to reducing your stress levelsResearch suggests you're hardly doing yourself any favors by focusing on your own problems at the expense of supporting others.15 Dec, 2015, 06.22 PM IST
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