Psychology says people who can't take compliments aren't being humble, their brains may be rejecting information that doesn't match their self-imagePsychology teaches us that everyday reactions often reveal deeper mental processes. The compliment itself is rarely the real story. Identit...
25 Jun, 2026, 04.24 PM IST
Psychology says people who love to listen their praise aren't seeking attention: What their behavior really means?Psychology says people who love to listen their praise aren't always driven by pride or self-importance. In many cases, they seek appreciat...
24 Jun, 2026, 03.02 AM IST
Psychology says people who are in multiple situationships but no meaningful relationship may be chasing something deeper than romanceResearch consistently indicates that strong, lasting relationships are built on vulnerability, trust, reliability and emotional openness. T...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.32 PM IST
Psychology says people who stopped caring what others think aren’t arrogant or indifferent; they’ve just achieved a level of emotional maturity that comes from finally valuing their own judgment over the opinions of those around themEmotional maturity is frequently misinterpreted as coldness. In reality, psychological insights illustrate that it embodies the journey tow...
09 Jun, 2026, 05.33 PM IST
Psychology says hyper-independence isn't a personality type or a strength; it's a childhood survival response that starts the moment a child realizes their feelings are inconvenientMany adults appear strong and self-sufficient, but this is often a survival tactic learned in childhood. Early experiences taught them that...
06 Jun, 2026, 05.25 PM IST
Psychology suggests people who pause after being praised aren't ungrateful; they're letting the spotlight pass through safely, because attention can feel heavier than approvalReceiving genuine compliments can trigger an awkward pause as individuals process the social reward and increased self-awareness. This reac...
04 Jun, 2026, 06.21 PM IST
When HR says, “the title matters more than the raise,” what employees may already expectMany workers face promotions where a new title is offered, but immediate salary increases are absent. While titles can boost future career ...
14 May, 2026, 03.54 PM IST
GRWM: Kids’ cosmetics brands vie to ‘catch them young’The 'get ready with me' trend has propelled children into the beauty industry, with 'kidfluencers' driving early engagement with cosmetics....
14 May, 2026, 10.15 AM IST
What’s the psychology of people who struggle to accept compliments: Why praise triggers discomfortPsychologists suggest that accepting compliments is a skill that can be learned over time. Simple habits, such as saying “thank you” withou...
27 Apr, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
When A Coworker Suddenly Becomes Overly Friendly Before Asking For A Favour: What to Watch ForColleagues sometimes exhibit increased warmth and friendliness just before making a request, a behavior psychologists call ingratiation. Th...
07 Apr, 2026, 04.21 PM IST
When a coworker suddenly gets too friendly, here’s what it could meanWorkplace friendliness suddenly intensifying before a request signals ingratiation, a tactic to influence outcomes. While initially effecti...
31 Mar, 2026, 12.01 PM IST
Control AI as per your will: 3 psychology tricks that make chatbots break their own safety rulesA new University of Pennsylvania study has found that AI chatbots can be persuaded to break their own safety rules using classic psychologi...
08 Sep, 2025, 11.23 PM IST
Finally has it come, who is Taylor Swift endorsing on Instagram? Here's all you need to knowA well-known director's new film and a young musician's record received support from Taylor Swift on Instagram recently. She appreciated th...
25 Aug, 2024, 12.10 AM IST
Is the critic wrong or right? Neither, Dear film fanDebate sparked by a sardonic comment on a middling review of Chidambaram's film, Manjummel Boys, highlighting the complexities of film crit...
30 Mar, 2024, 11.22 PM IST
Why effective leaders are boringYou'd hardly think it a compliment if someone described you as 'boring'. Most of us strive to be more engaging and charismatic in our daily...
14 Oct, 2015, 06.30 PM IST
Convicts’ release aimed at capturing votes for ADMKWhile for some, Jayalalithaa's move might not have been unexpected, the dividends it could yield for her in terms of votes in Tamil Nadu re...
20 Feb, 2014, 11.00 AM IST
Market is looking forward to new RBI governor: K Harihar, FirstRand Bank'As far as we are concerned, the trade deficit, which is to be released now, will be probably lower than the last month’s $12 billion'
04 Sep, 2013, 04.35 PM IST