Psychology explains why people litter even when they know it is wrong: A 2022 study finds good attitudes may not be enough, while personal control, connection to nature and social pressure shape the decision to stopPsychology of littering: Littering behavior is often influenced by a combination of perceived control and social signals rather than merely...
01 Sep, 2026, 07.49 AM IST
Psychology says people who break eye contact while explaining something complicated may be protecting their attentionEye contact carries powerful social information. When you look directly at someone, your brain is taking in more than their eyes, it is als...
31 Aug, 2026, 04.39 PM IST
Couple took a bike to avoid traffic, killed after truck hit them from behind, crushing and dragging them for 100 metres; 5-year-old daughter still doesn't know parents are deadA Ghaziabad couple heading out for Rakshabandhan shopping chose a motorcycle to avoid festive traffic but died after a truck hit them from ...
31 Aug, 2026, 03.13 PM IST
Psychology says people who are sweet to your face but hurt you behind your back may be doing more than pretendingPsychology does not support labeling someone a narcissist, psychopath or Machiavellian simply because they said something unpleasant behind...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.44 PM IST
Psychology says people who recognize friends by their footsteps may have highly tuned social memoryRecognizing a friend by the sound of their footsteps is a small example of a broader psychological ability: the brain can build detailed re...
31 Aug, 2026, 12.43 PM IST
Quote of the Day by Ted Lasso’s Hannah Waddingham: ‘Before I go into the room, I find somewhere private, I stand up on my tiptoes… - Simple life lesson on confidence, self-belief, courage and emotional strength, and why preparing to face difficult moments mattersQuote of the Day: Hannah Waddingham's character in Ted Lasso uses a private ritual to boost confidence. She stands on tiptoes and raises he...
30 Aug, 2026, 11.59 AM IST
ChatGPT or foreigner bride? Grandmother's innocent reaction while talking to AI about her grandson divides the internet. 'Don't do this'An Indian grandmother’s innocent conversation with ChatGPT has gone viral after she was led to believe that the AI voice assistant was a fo...
28 Aug, 2026, 04.46 PM IST
Psychology says mama’s boys may keep seeking mother’s approval despite becoming adults may struggle with self-worthA psychologically healthy adult relationship with a mother can include frequent calls, affection, advice and emotional closeness. The key d...
27 Aug, 2026, 07.37 PM IST
Psychology says people who keep feeling the pain of losing someone may not be choosing to stay stuckThe psychological goal of grief is not necessarily to erase the person from your thoughts. Sometimes, adapting to loss means learning to li...
27 Aug, 2026, 03.19 PM 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
Quote of the Day by Viktor Frankl: ‘If there is meaning in life at all, then there must be a meaning in suffering… without suffering and death human life cannot be complete’Quote of the Day: The life of Viktor Frankl exemplifies how one can uncover meaning amid profound suffering. His teachings postulate that, ...
26 Aug, 2026, 02.22 PM IST
Psychology says people who lie on their CVs or Resumes often have a surprising reason for doing itPeople who lie on their CVs should not automatically be associated with a specific personality trait or psychological disorder. Resume dece...
26 Aug, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Psychology says people who never pick work calls after office hours or on weekends aren't ignoring work, they are setting boundaries: What the behavior reveals?Psychology says people who never pick work calls after office hours or on weekends aren't avoiding responsibility. They may be setting boun...
25 Aug, 2026, 08.55 PM IST
Psychology says people who never get emotional even during heartbreaking scenes doesn’t mean they don’t carePsychology does not support the idea that people who don't cry during heartbreaking scenes are automatically cold, unemotional or lacking e...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.54 PM IST
Psychology says people who love sitting by the window and observe strangers maybe curious about their environmentPeople who love looking out of their windows may be drawn to a surprisingly rich psychological experience. The window can provide informati...
25 Aug, 2026, 07.10 PM IST
Psychology says people who invent stories about strangers may naturally engage in social imaginationInventing stories about strangers does not necessarily mean someone is nosy, judgmental or disconnected from reality. It may simply reflect...
25 Aug, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
Delhi woman takes her grandfather on a coffee date for the first time. She bonds with him over childhood stories, poetry, and food. But the outing becomes a lesson on cherishing loved ones before it’s too lateA Delhi-based digital creator took her grandfather on a coffee date, creating a special moment between the granddaughter and her grandfathe...
21 Aug, 2026, 01.44 PM IST